Dad’s death from prostate cancer has made me determined to raise awareness
Chief nurse Karen Bonner is promoting research on prostate cancer risk for black men
17 Dec 2020
Opinion
Cancer care: providing a safe place and support during the pandemic
In times of distress and anxiety, Maggie’s UK centres are vital, says CEO Dame Laura Lee
01 Dec 2020
We need to rebuild trust and show we’re open for business
People with cancer need to know healthcare services are there for them, to advise and care
24 Nov 2020
Comment
Dad’s death from prostate cancer has made me determined to raise awareness
Chief nurse Karen Bonner is promoting research on prostate cancer risk for black men
17 Dec 2020
We need to rebuild trust and show we’re open for business
People with cancer need to know healthcare services are there for them, to advise and care
24 Nov 2020
Lung cancer and COVID-19: by working together we can help patients
Lavinia Magee wants nurses to encourage people to use healthcare services during the pandemic
20 Nov 2020
Prioritising nurse safety not only protects staff, but patients too
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted that safe staffing and proper PPE mean better care
27 Oct 2020
Coping with COVID-19 deaths: what we need in the next phase
How we can plan now to reduce strain on nursing staff, and on grieving families
21 Oct 2020
Cancer hub helped ensure patient safety and staff well-being during COVID-19 pandemic
A leading nurse explains how new ideas helped her trust continue to deliver high-quality care
30 Sep 2020
Editorial
Welcome to the new normal
Perhaps among the few positive effects of the pandemic is the enhanced status of nurses
23 Aug 2020
Despite COVID-19 cancer nurses continue to do all they can for their patients
Caring, courageous and innovative work goes on amid the fear and grief
14 Apr 2020
Be aware of the effect language and phrases can have on cancer patients
Healthcare professionals share their experiences as cancer patients
26 Feb 2020
Wigs for people with cancer-related hair loss have improved since mum’s Trump bouffant
A new charity is creating stylish wigs for people facing medical-related hair loss
02 Jan 2020
Coronation Street storyline sends a powerful message about cervical screening
Coronation Street has been praised for its balanced portrayal of life with cancer
01 Nov 2019
Finding time to talk through the emotional toll of caring
Do too many nurses bury their feelings after a challenging experience at work?
19 Aug 2019
Your views
Readers panel: do nurses have a duty to set an example to patients and quit smoking?
Public Health England head of digital strategy Mary Black, who lost her father and grandfather to smoking-related diseases, has urged nurses who smoke to lead by example and kick the habit. Nursing Standard readers have their say.
01 Mar 2017
Forum Focus: an unpalatable read
‘Delayed cancer surgery’ is making headlines yet again – but that's not the whole story
24 Jan 2017
Forum Focus: how you can influence evidence-based guidance
Cancer nurses can contribute to policy development, such as the consultation on the drugs fund
26 Oct 2016
Forum Focus: raising awareness of breast cancer
October turns pink to raise awareness of breast cancer
29 Sep 2016
Voluntary rules will not stem the obesity epidemic
Without prompt action, obesity could cause 670,000 new cases of cancer in the UK in the next two decades, warns Cancer Research UK.
31 Aug 2016
Reviews
Book review: Psychosocial Issues in Palliative Care
Assistant professor Vineeth Joseph reviews Psychosocial issues in Palliative Care
10 Jun 2019
Book review: Death and the Elephant
Nurse consultant Natalie Doyle reviews a life-affirming memoir
10 Jun 2019
Book review: Anti Cancer Living
Chemotherapy nurse consultant Catherine Oakley reviews Anti Cancer Living
09 Apr 2019
Book review: The Complete Guide to Breast Cancer
Maria Leadbeater reviews The Complete Guide to Breast Cancer
09 Apr 2019
Book review: Oxford Textbook of Palliative Medicine
Community liaison nurse team leader Kate Law reviews the Oxford Textbook of Palliative Medicine
08 Feb 2019
Book review: Abbreviated MRI of the Breast: A Practical Guide
Informative reference book written from a US perspective
08 Feb 2019