'Lansley must listen to nurses on the front line' Your well-being
Asking for help – when is it a good idea to seek support?
If getting through your course feels like a struggle to survive, there are people who can help
Healthy eating on a budget
Maintaining a healthy diet is important, but can be difficult when under the strains of a strict budget and a job that makes you keep long and unusual hours. We have some tips on how to eat well without breaking the bank …
How to create a work/life balance
Working on your placement can be mentally and physically exhausting. Add in university and a social life and your calendar is already filling up. So how do you go about creating a balance?
Life as a mature student
Entering into education as a mature student you may have to deal with more things than hangovers and stolen traffic cones. Prepare for your studies ahead with these top tips
How to cope with stress
A little bit of stress can be healthy, but a lot is damaging. If you feel yourself getting overwhelmed by the pressure and anxiety of work, here are some tips to help you cope
How to keep fit as a student
Working out is a great way to relax and boost your mood. Tiring as it sounds it will also give you more energy too. Fitting exercise into your every day routine can be easier than you think …
Cheers: a guide to booze
There will be many times in your student career when you’ll be tempted to head to the bar, but here are a few simple facts to keep you safe and healthy
10 tips for a good night’s sleep
Tossing and turning late into the night is never fun – especially when you need to be well-rested for tomorrow.. Here are some tips to help you finally get that good night’s sleep.
Healthy eating while at work
The all-day breakfast, pasty and chips and the cream cake in the afternoon could be a recipe for weight gain, cravings and low energy points during the day. But you can eat healthily even if you are on a shift. Here’s our guide to feelgood food
Spotting the signs of stress
The first step to coping with stress is spotting when it happens and being alert to how you feel and how well you are coping
How to survive as a student nurse
So your life as a student nurse is about to begin. Are you ready? Three student nurses give you the lowdown on what will get you through and help you make the most of the experience ahead
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Student life
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'My A&E placement is the best I've ever had'
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'What can we do about 'difficult' patients?'
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'Nothing could be worse than my 12,000 word dissertation'
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'Remember why you became a nurse during the tough days'
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'I'm torn deciding which specialty to pursue in the future'
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'How can I be a nurse one day if I can't do drug calculations?'
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'I still have nightmares about my practical exam'
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'Nursing isn’t about being judgemental'
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'Nursing is tough and it's easy for students to feel isolated'
