Unions call for lower limits for 9 toxic chemicals
Unions, including the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF), are calling on Work Health and Safety Ministers to strengthen protections for workers – including nurses – by lowering the exposure limits for nine “cancer-causing” toxic chemicals. The ANMF, together with the ACTU and other public health organisations, sent a joint letter urging WHS Ministers to […]
Eating right for your workday, or night
The team at Nurses & Midwives Health shares expert advice on fuelling up for your next shift. Health insurance can be more than a safety net; it can support your everyday health and wellbeing. At Nurses & Midwives Health, this includes sharing small, achievable steps to help you take care of you. Like eating for […]
VR training helps nursing students manage aggressive patients
Nursing students are gaining confidence in managing aggressive patients thanks to innovative virtual reality (VR) training, new research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has found. The program, known as I-VADE, allows clinicians and students to practice de-escalation strategies in realistic, fully immersive scenarios before they encounter them on the clinical floor. Participants navigate a simulated […]
‘Don’t be afraid’: A New Zealand RN prescriber shares what Australia can expect
As Australia shifts into designated registered nurse prescribing, many nurses are asking what it will look like in practice and whether the extra risk and responsibility is worth it. New Zealand RN community health prescriber Claire Stewart believes the benefits are clear. “Don’t be frightened,” she says. “Think about the positives. How this will enhance […]
West Africa to host landmark international conference
The inaugural CNMF West Africa Regional Conference will take place in Abuja, Nigeria, from 21–23 April 2026. Co-hosted with the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), this landmark event will provide a vital platform for networking, collaboration, and knowledge sharing across the region. Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, and Sierra Leone are the four West […]
Growing rates of violence against nurses, midwives and carers: NSW report
Occupational violence towards nurses and midwives has surged in the last six years, according to a report released by the NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA). The ‘Occupational Violence: has no place in my workplace’ report uncovered startling findings, highlighting the prevalence of violence and aggression among nurses, midwives and carers in their workplaces. The […]
Grad year playbook
Your graduate year is underway and there’s a lot to learn. Expect moments of overwhelm, but also real rewards. These ideas can help you survive – and even thrive. Eat, talk, move – set your foundations Eating well, moving regularly and talking things through can help you stay grounded in your grad year. Eat well We all know eating well helps with energy – but doing it when you’re tired, stressed and […]
Clinicians gain easier access to Don’t Rush to Crush and new obesity medicines guide
Key clinical resources, including an Australian-first guide to support patients living with obesity, are set to become more accessible for Australian healthcare professionals. Australia’s leading digital healthcare publisher, Therapeutic Guidelines, and Advanced Pharmacy Australia have partnered to promote the quality use of medicines by increasing access to trusted, evidenced-based clinical resources that support decision-making at […]
Simple test could speed up endometriosis diagnosis
A simple 5-minute test addressing major endometriosis diagnostic delays and treatment has been developed by University of Queensland researchers. The Simplified Adolescent Factors for Endometriosis (SAFE) score uses a questionnaire to identify at-risk patients and fast track specialist referrals for further investigation. Professor Gita Mishra AO, Centre Director of UQ’s Australian Women and Girls’ Health […]
Social, health, and wellbeing challenges facing older nurses and midwives
Older nurses and midwives face unique challenges that threaten their ability to remain in practice.