Welcome to our blogs page where we share stories relating to health inequalities, community projects, sustainability, leadership and community nursing.
Little Brown Envelope
QNIS has taught me a lot over the course of 2019, but its biggest lesson, has been by far, has…
Singing for breathing – call for action
Pauline Waugh received funding through QNIS several years ago, which led to the creation of the Cheyne Gang. Singing for…
The role of community nurses in raising awareness of signs and symptoms of the menopause
Former QNIS Trustee Hilda Campbell, CEO of COPE Scotland has provided us with this blog, looking at how community nurses…
The Role of Health Visiting in Accident Prevention
Fiona Black is Specialised Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visiting) at NHS Lothian. Here she talks about promoting accident prevention…
Community Nursing is my vocation, it is where my heart lies
On Friday 15th November, Trustee Jane Walker visited the University of Dundee to bestow a QNIS Postgraduate Academic Prize on…
A Century of Nursing Registration
Tonight (25th November) the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) is holding an event to commemorate 100 years of Nursing Registration….
Life as a trustee
Last week was Trustee’s week, and Vice Chair of QNIS Council, Linda Pollock, has provided us with a look at…
Progress towards Fair Dementia Care
Alzheimer Scotland’s Fair Dementia Care campaign received a boost earlier this month when it was highlighted and supported by both…
QNIS opens its doors part 3
The third and final instalment in Fiona Fitheridge’s journey through Doors Open. To view part 1 click here. By the…
QNIS opens its doors, part 2
In the second part of Fiona Fitheridge’s blog, looking at Doors Open Day, preparation is key. Part one is available…
