Draft standards spell out expectations for SPQs for community nurses

With a resurgence in traditional respiratory infections, curiosity about symptoms is key

Changes that could help students cope, plus how to seek help if you need it

Steps to end the clear bias in complaints against black and Asian nurses

England’s trusts are to be held to higher standards of catering and food options

Job combines work with adventurous treks, sports trips or TV location shoots

Simulated learning has sparked debate about the make-up of student placement hours

Oliver McGowan programme aims to address health inequalities and prevent avoidable deaths

Tips on how to reassure patients and debunk myths about cushy pensions and starting pay

Spotting early signs of heart failure and ways to minimise impact of service delays

Advice on reporting concerns and abusive practices and the support available

How action will work and how those providing life-preserving care can cross picket lines

Advice on helping staff settle in, from welcome packs to shadowing team members

As nurses prepare for a walk-out, can students take part and how will it affect placements

We explain the alternatives, from degrees to direct entry and the nursing associate pathway

What the NMC’s new requirements will mean for internationally-trained staff

Will the next stage of the pensions overhaul leave an ill-timed dent in your pay packet?

Study found accompanying conditions can include back pain, depression and osteoarthritis