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This post was written by a registered nurse with clinical experience in Nigerian and UK healthcare settings. HealthWorkersBlog was founded to create a co-learning and support space for healthcare workers across Africa and the diaspora. All content is written from genuine clinical experience and reviewed to possible best for accuracy before publishing.

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Education

Five small catheter mistakes that cause big harm and how to never make them again

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Ask any experienced nurse and they’ll tell you: inserting a urethral catheter feels routine right up to the moment something goes wrong. Over the past decade, UK incident-reporting systems have logged thousands of catheter-related injuries, and the same handful of technical slips keep turning up. The good news? Each one is entirely preventable with a […]

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Social

Exciting New Themes Coming to Healthworkersblog!

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Get ready, Healthworkersblog community! We’re thrilled to announce a brand new line-up of themed posts designed to inspire, educate, and connect us all. We’ve listened to your feedback and crafted a schedule that brings you fresh content every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday, focusing on key areas that matter most to healthcare professionals. Monday: #MedicationMonday, #Techtalk

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Education, Learnings, Social

Navigating the UK Credit System: A Comprehensive Guide for Overseas Healthcare Workers

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Arriving in a new country like the UK brings a myriad of exciting opportunities, but also a new set of financial rules to understand. For overseas healthcare workers, one of the most puzzling aspects can be the UK’s credit system. Unlike some countries where your international credit history might transfer, in the UK, you generally

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Education

Does Raising the Foot of the Bed Actually Work When Blood Pressure Drops? The Science Behind a Common Practice

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If you’ve ever been in a hospital – or cared for someone who has – you might have observed a common practice: when a patient’s blood pressure begins to dip, the nursing or medical team may swiftly raise the foot of the bed. It seems like a simple, intuitive action, often portrayed as a quick

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Education

The Breathalyzer: Unpacking the Science and Social Impact

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The Breathalyzer, a device synonymous with roadside sobriety tests, plays a crucial role in maintaining road safety. But beyond its familiar presence, what exactly is it, how does it work, and what are its limitations? Let’s delve into the world of breathalysers. What it is A breathalyzer is a device used to estimate Blood Alcohol

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Social

Sexual Harassments: Guide to avoiding issues at work

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In the healthcare profession, trust is everything. Patients come to us in their most vulnerable state, and colleagues work together under immense pressure. This environment demands the highest standards of professionalism. A momentary lapse in judgment or a misunderstanding of professional boundaries can have devastating consequences for your career and reputation. This guide is not

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Social

Don’t Get Cancelled! A UKRN’s Guide to Making Friends & Finding Love in the UK

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For many Nigerian nurses arriving in the UK, the excitement of a new career can be accompanied by the challenge of navigating a different social landscape. What is considered a friendly and direct approach in Nigeria, such as complimenting a stranger with “hello babe” and asking for their number, can be misinterpreted as sexual harassment

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Medications

Beyond the Buzz: What You Really Need to Know About Ozempic

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What is Ozempic? Ozempic is the brand name for semaglutide, a medication classified as a GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonist. It is administered as a once-weekly injection. How Does Ozempic Work? Semaglutide mimics the action of the natural GLP-1 hormone, which is released after eating. This hormone plays a key role in regulating blood sugar

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Technology in Medicine

Navigating the Future: An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence for Nurses

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Hey everyone! Ever feel like technology is moving at lightning speed? You’re not alone! One of the most talked-about (and sometimes confusing) advancements is Artificial Intelligence (AI). If you’ve heard terms like ChatGPT or Gemini but aren’t quite sure what they are, how they work, or how they could possibly relate to your nursing practice,

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