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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 6h

📚 Ebook Spotlight for Dyslexia Awareness Week: The Adult Side of Dyslexia explores the experiences, challenges, and strengths of living with dyslexia in adulthood, offering practical insights for greater understanding and inclusion. 🔗 Read it via Library Search: bit.ly/4z1bjvF #DAW26 📖

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

We've got lots of great events coming up this month! Want to learn to write reflectively or evaluate online information? See behind the scenes at our headquarters? Meet a therapy dog? Or join our 'cli-fi' book club? Then we have an event for you! See more & book your place: bit.ly/4qnqbB5

Dark blue post featuring 9 upcoming events in October at the RCN Library and Museum:
- 6 October: Reflective Writing with the RLF, 1-3pm
- 7 October: Behind the scenes tour of 20 Cavendish Square, 3-4pm
- 14 October: Easy referencing in 45 minutes, 12-12.45pm
- 15 October: Introduction to library services, 12-12.45pm
- 20 October: Reflective practice workshop, 12-1pm and Time to meet a therapy dog, 12-2pm (in-person)
- 21 October: The Left Behind Child, 6-8pm
- 22 October: Evaluating online information for nursing, 10-11am
- 27 October: 'Cli-Fi' book club: Green Libraries Week, 5.30-7pm

There is a link to visit the full programme at: www.rcn.org.uk/whatson

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Say hello to MiRo-E! 🤖 This little droid is our Object of the Month. What do you think it looks most like? A dog, or a rabbit? We can't decide! ⚖️🐶🐰⚖️ Come and visit our latest exhibition if you want to meet MiRo-E 👀👀👀 🔗: bit.ly/4y4C6Y2 #RCNDigitalRevolution #HistNursing #ObjectOfTheMonth

A white and grey doglike robot with no legs, a tail, muzzle, and rabbit-like ears. It has a red collar with a medallion attached.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

New to RCN Scotland? Or just started your nursing degree? Don't wait to start using the library services! Join us on a tour of the RCN Edinburgh library and discover all the benefits of using it. @RCNStudents @RCNScot

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

This month’s #ExploreYourArchive theme is Erased. This 1955 photograph shows attendees of the Education Department’s Overseas Introductory Course outside RCN HQ, London. Explore more in the RCN Digital Archive: bit.ly/3WB9svo #HistNursing #ExploreYourArchive RCN Archives (Ref: RCN7/P/77)

Black and white group photograph of attendees at the Education Department's annual Overseas Introductory Course for international nurses outside Royal College of Nursing Headquarters, London, in 1955. The image is presented within a graphic featuring a colour-tinted enlargement of the same photograph as the background.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Do you find literature searching challenging? Our online Know How to Seach CINHAL session will introduce you to the CINAHL interface, guiding you step by step through the latest features and tools. 1st October 2026, 14:00-15:00. Link to sign up: bit.ly/469MNfH

Two people are seated at a table, engaged with a laptop. The backdrop includes a yellow shelf with books. Text on the left reads: “Royal College of Nursing. Know How to Search CINAHL. 1st October 2026, 2pm-3pm Online. To book and for our full programme: www.rcn.org.uk/whatson.”

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Did you know that last week we launched our new exhibition?! 🎉 Here are some photos from launch day. What a fantastic event! Many thanks to all our contributors and guests for making it so great✨😊 More info here: bit.ly/4y4C6Y2 📸 - @justinedesmondphoto #RCNDigitalRevolution #HistNursing

A photo taken from behind of two people looking at images of nurses printed on a wall panel.

A museum display case with a helmet and an open book visible inside and a reflection on the glass from an illuminated wall panel behind.

A person wearing silicone gloves speaking to a small group and gesturing to a table in front of them.

A small white and grey, dog-like robot wearing a red collar seen through glass with other objects arranged around it.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Continuing the highlight of East and South East Asian Heritage Month, we're sharing a fascinating booklet from our pamphlet collection. Published in 1967 Singapore, this booklet was created to help school leavers explore careers in nursing and midwifery.

Cover of a pamphlet titled "Choice of Careers No 7: Nursing and Midwifery," issued by the Ministry of Labour. The cover features a black and white photo of several people in white uniforms standing outside near a building.

An open booklet. One page features a photo of nurses in uniform studying.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

September is Urology Awareness Month. Understand urological health and help destigmatise conversations about urinary issues. Explore our subject guide to access key resources: bit.ly/3fWfBSa #UrologyAwarenessMonth2026

Graphic shows the covers of seven different books, all covering the subject of urology. The graphic promotes the Library and Information Services.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Join our online event to learn about generative AI. Develop skills to use it critically, effectively, and responsibly in your practice. Book your free place: bit.ly/3SYAK1I

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Come and visit our latest exhibition! 🏛️🖼️✨ Healthcare, computing, robotics, virtual reality, critical care, digital legacy? If any of these things interest you, you'll be sure to enjoy this new display! For more info, visit this webpage: bit.ly/4y4C6Y2 #HistNursing #RCNDigitalRevolution

Dark blue background with light blue tessellated pattern of hexagons featuring healthcare graphics, a black and white photo of a nurse using an old computer and a colour photo of nurses looking at a chart.

Above are the words The Digital Revolution Nursing in the Age of Technology and below it says 16 September 2026 to 2 March 2027 The Royal College of Nursing, London.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

This week, we're putting the spotlight on Independent Nurse 🔦🩺 Ideal for members in the independent health and social care. Check this journal to keep up-to-date with the latest evidence on patient care and industry trends. Access this fantastic resource on BrowZine: bit.ly/4qVPH0S

Journal Spotlight graphic featuring the cover of Independent Nurse

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Join us to learn about our online library, how to find support, and how we can support your studies, professional development and research. 📅 23 September 2026 | 🕛12-12.45pm | 🖱️Online Book your place: bit.ly/4x2mFz7

RCN graphic promoting an Introduction to RCN Library Services training session. The graphic features the event details and an image of two people sitting at a table, engaged with a laptop. The background features a display shelf.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

RCN Scotland 's HQ in Edinburgh has an extraordinary nursing connection! It used to be the childhood home of suffragette nurse Florence McFarlane during the 19th century. Find out more www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-events/Blog…. #HistNursing

Black and white photograph from 1908 of Glenbourne house in S. Oswald Rd, Edinburgh, owned by the McFarlane family.

A black-and-white photograph of Florence McFarlane sitting in a wicker chair.

Black-and-white photograph of a garden scene, with Florence McFarlane sitting in a wicker chair on the right-hand side. One other figure in a hammock and another woman in a wicker chair looking at her toddler standing on the grass.

Black-and-white photograph of 5 women and one man standing in a row holding placards campaigning in America about women working. It is claimed that Florence stands in the middle.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

🚨🎉 Register now for our launch event! Be among the first to experience this new exhibition, opening 16 September 2026 📅✨ Discover the choices, changes and challenges of the digital revolution in healthcare ❤️💻 🎟️ Secure your place today: bit.ly/3UAaStw #HistNursing #RCNDigitalRevolution

A dark blue background overlaid with a tessellated pattern of hexagons containing health care graphics and an old image of a nurse working at a computer.

Large text in blue reads The Digital Revolution Nursing in the Age of Technology. Smaller text around this says that the event runs from 5.30pm to 8.30pm at the Royal College of Nursing headquarters in London.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Come and enjoy playing with words and drawings to make your very own single panel ‘gag’ cartoon! With our online event Time to Make a Comic with Cartoonist Alex Brenchley. 📆 21st Sep 2026, 18:00 – 19:00 Sign up now: bit.ly/3TcWuad

Poster for "Time to Make a Comic" event by the Royal College of Nursing, scheduled for 21 September 2026, 18:00-19:00, online. Features a light bulb cartoon saying "Hey, what's the big idea?" with event details and website link at the bottom.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

🎨✨Come behind the scenes of our exhibition de-install! Items are: • Carefully removed from display • Thoroughly checked for damage • Compared with photos and condition notes • Safely packed for the exhibition's 2nd run in Edinburgh 👀 Keep up to date with our exhibitions: bit.ly/439Tz3d

Two people wearing protective gloves work together to remove the nurse's uniform from the mannequin.

Two people wearing protective gloves lay the nurse's uniform out on a table and check it for signs of damage. Also on the table are a camera, a box with tissue inside, a laptop, various documents, and other packaged items.

Close up of someone photographing an old pamphlet. The pamphlet is laid out on a piece of large white card beside enlarged, printed images of the same item.

Close up of someone wrapping a ring-bound book in thin paper. The cover of the book features a detailed, colourful landscape drawing.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

It's Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month. Despite affecting thousands of people, around a third of people in the UK are unaware of this condition. Exploring the latest Pulmonary Fibrosis research with our library resources: bit.ly/4y2vRDF

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Say hello to Phoebe who joins our Collection Team as one of our new Graduate Library Trainees. Find out Phoebe's top facts: Favourite museum: Natural History Museum @nhm-london.bsky.social Best study snack: Lindt Dark Chocolate 🍫 Top track: All them horses by Noah Kahan

Phoebe stands in the library space. She is in front of book shelves and an artwork featuring a mountain.

Photo of chocolate squares with text on top listing Phoebe's favourite museum, study snack and song.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Today is National Grief Awareness Day. Nurses and nursing support workers play an important role in providing care to patients and families who may be experiencing grief and bereavement. Explore the latest research: bit.ly/4zuJE7k

Graphic for National Grief Awareness Day. Features photo of two people. One looks away, the other person reaches out to hold their shoulder.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

One of our student members loves our relaxed and supportive atmosphere… 🧘 Come and see for your self - and enjoy our free tea and coffee at all of our libraries, Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh and London Plan your visit: www.rcn.org.uk/library/About-us

Dark blue background with a graphic of quotation marks in lighter blue with text overlaid. Text reads "There is always a calming environment in the library. Staff are always willing to help with queries and support." "Student, Northern Ireland, 2025 Annual Survey"

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Say hello to Sonia - who joins our Customer Service Team as a graduate trainee. Here are her top facts: Favourite library: Central Library Liverpool Best study snack: Blueberries 🫐 Top track: A little respect by Erasure

Sonia stands in front of a library space of arm chairs and a book case.

Photo of lots of blueberries, with text on top listing Sonia's favourite library, snack and song.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Be the first to find out about our events, exhibitions and resources 📰 Sign up to receive our newsletter: bit.ly/3TRwvFn

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

RCN members can request a literature search from our expert Information Specialists. We'll provide you a report on the evidence in just 10 days to support your research or practice. 🔗 Request you search: bit.ly/3BN5yJJ

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

This World Humanitarian Day, explore "Disaster Nursing, Primary Health Care and Communication in Uncertainty" and learn more about healthcare delivery in crisis settings. Read the ebook: bit.ly/4bHwMkj #WorldHumanitarianDay

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

In 1970, this striking leaflet asked a simple question: could nursing be a career for men? “He’s stepping out in a career that’s different” was a promotional campaign designed to encourage more men to join the nursing profession. Find out more about our special collections: bit.ly/3QlOsEL

A person in a suit walks confidently on a city street, holding a coat. The image background is tinted orange, and tall buildings are visible. The text at the bottom reads, "He’s stepping out in a career that’s different."

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Our #OpenHouse tours are already starting to book up for 19 September. Book your spot to discover our historic home. Book now: programme.openhouse.org.uk/listings/6151 #HistNursing #HistLondon #OpenHouseLondon @rcnhistory.bsky.social

A view of a staircase featuring marble steps, elaborate balustrade ironwork, and wooden banister. The wall along the stairs features a dark vanished wooden panelled lower section beneath an elaborate mural. The mural features a romanesque scene of a grand ruined structure of roman arches, pillars and an urn finial.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

A big welcome to Mia, one of our new library graduate trainees. We're really excited to have Mia with us, and here's her key facts: Favourite library: West Norwood Library Best study snack: Dried mango 🥭 Top track: Textures by Herbie Hancock Say hello next time you're in the Library and Museum!

Mia standing in the library space, in front of a row of study spaces.

Image of dried mango slices with text on top detailing Mia's favourite library, snacks and track.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Here's our #ExploreYourArchive #EYASurpise find in the RCN Archives: a 1929 post card of Miss Muriel Mellerup as Lady Godiva for the Coventry Hospital Pageant. 🗄️Explore the digital archive: rcn.access.preservica.com/archive BM/18/43 #HistNursing

A photo of a woman with long hair sits on a horse. Her legs are exposed. The horse wears a feather headdress. The photo has signature of Muriel Mellerup written over it. Printed text below the photo reads No 1, Miss Muriel Mellerup. The "Lady Godiva" in Coventry Hospital Pageant. 19th June 1929. Photo, E. W. Appleby".

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Learn all about the amazing RCN Library offer in this quick introductory session: 📅23 September ⌚12:00-12:45 💻Online bit.ly/4x2mFz7

A person sitting with another person at a table, both smiling and looking at a laptop. Text on the left reads: "Royal College of Nursing. Introduction to RCN Library Services. 23 September 2026, 12–12:45pm, Online."

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Book a one to one sessions with our expert health librarians to learn new database or referencing software skills. We have several slots every week and you can join us online or in-person. ✅Book your slot: bit.ly/4oZcreX

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Are you in Edinburgh for the #Fringe? Be sure to drop by our #PrisonNursingUnlocked exhibition and discover a history of care and justice. Find out more: www.edfringe.com/tickets/what...

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Our pothos has enjoyed a little plant spa day💆 We've given it a trim, repotted it into fresh soil, and it's looking happier than ever. Here's to many more years brightening up our members' wellbeing area in London🪴.

The pothos in our wellbeing area in front of a window.

The pothos outside on a table, looking a little more unkempt.

Cuttings from the pothos on a table outside alongside a pair of scissors. The cuttings are long vines with just a few leaves.

Another view of the pothos outside before it has had a trim. In the background are other outside plants and 4 large windows.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Information Specialist, John, is reading Hum by Helen Phillips. We'll be discussing this thoughtful novel at our 'Cli-Fi' Book Club for #GreenLibrariesWeek in October. 📗Book your place: www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

John holds his copy of Hum, which features a leafless tree.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Information Specialist, Abi, is reading Nervous Conditions by Tsitsi Dangarembga: "I love learning about other cultures, and this one's set in Zimbabwe two decades before independence, plus it was in the Guardian's top 100 books this year."

Abi holds her copy of Nervous Conditions which features part of someone's face. That person has their eyes closed.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Information Skills Specialist, Anna, is reading Thirst by Marina Yuszczuk: "I love feminist gothic fiction in general, and I wanted to read more Latin American literature. Plus it has vampires! What's not to love."

Anna hols her copy of Thirst. The cover features a neck with two splodges superimposed - suggesting a bite.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Museum and Events Assistant, Kai, is reading Gunk by Saba Sams: “I mostly picked this book up because it has an egg on the cover (eggs are my favourite thing in the whole world), but happily it's also a story with queer, unconventional relationships, found family, and chaos which is up my alley!”

Kai hold his copy of Gunk by Saba Sams. The cover features a fried egg.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Customer Services Manager, Marian, is reading the Eyre Affair by Jasper Fford: "I love the mix of time travel, references to classic literature throughout and laugh out loud humour."

Maria holds her copy of the Eyre Affair featuring a the front bonnet of a colourful car crashing through a country scene, which is painted onto a canvas or paper.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Information Skills Team Manager, Hong-Ahn, is reading Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke: "I'm grimly obsessed with tradwife influencers and dystopian fiction (and also I run a book group and it's the next book we're reading too!”

Hong-Anh holds her copy of Yesteryear. The cover features the low half of a face and a pastoral scene of cows.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Meet some of the lovely RCN Library and Museum team and find out what they are reading this summer. We do love a good read! Let us know what you're reading at the moment too 🙏

Library staff hold up copies of various books. They are superimposed on an image of a sunny blue sky and palm trees.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

The British Journal of Nursing (BJN) is great for professional development and packed with research to help you build an evidence base for clinical practice. 🔗Access the BJN now: browzine.com/libraries/2342/journal…

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Today is National #Playday2026. Play is essential for children's development and wellbeing. 🧸 Discover the latest clinical evidence on the importance and role of play: bit.ly/4yX9sJ9

A person and a child are playing on the floor with toys. The text on the image reads "National Playday" and "Discover research on the importance of play."

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Get ready for another amazing event! Join or online talk ‘Nurses on the Frontline’ to discover the pioneering nurses who developed services to treat sickle cell disease. 📅 2 September 🕕 18:00–19:30 💻 Online bit.ly/4eKLJmf

An abstract image of a person surrounded by red sickle-shaped blood cells. The text reads "Nurses on the Frontline: A History of Sickle Cell. Book your place today".

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Great to join RCN Eastern region today for their pride event at Colchester Hospital. Come and say hello 👋 #PrideInNursing

A person stands behind a table covered with a green tablecloth displaying "RCN Library and Museum." There are numerous books and pamphlets on nursing on the table.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Want to make the most of our library resources? Attend an introductory session this week to discover how to make the most of our services.📚 📆 29 Jul 2026, 12:00-12:45 🔗 bit.ly/4pvm0TH

An event titled "Introduction to RCN Library Services" scheduled for 29 July 2026, from 12:00 to 12:45 pm.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Can’t get to the library?! Don't stress, we’ll come to you! 🚗 Learn about RCN Northern Ireland and RCN Wales' exciting initiative 'Library in a Box' (coming soon to England and Scotland). 📦 bit.ly/4vRW4n9

An open box labelled "Library-in-a-Box" containing books and pamphlets. The box includes reading materials like "Principle of Nursing" and "Resolving Distress in Dementia."

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Struggling to find time for reflective practice? Join us next week to understand the benefits and requirements of reflective practice as well as exploring practical strategies of reflective writing. 🔗 bit.ly/4vuo2oq 🕜 12:00 – 13:00, 18 July 2026

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

This months #ExploreYourArchive theme is #EYAArchitecture. The RCN Archive has a rich collection of postcards documenting hospital architecture. We've picked out this charming illustrated scene of Guy's Hospital from 1920. 🏛️ Explore the digital archive: bit.ly/3pePUx7 #HistNursing BM/17/53

Historic illustration of Guy's Hospital featuring a curved driveway and central courtyard with people walking. A vintage vehicle with a visible "Ambulance" sign is parked nearby. The architecture includes arched windows and a prominent central tower.

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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

Join us for this unique 'Time to Laugh' session. Connect with your creativity, share some laughter and learn all about healthcare clowning! 🗓️ 21 July 2026 ⏰ 6:00–7.00pm 📌 Online 🔗 Book now: bit.ly/4xLJBTN This event is for RCN members only.

Promotional image for a Royal College of Nursing event, "Time to Laugh: Healthcare Clowning." An image on the right shows two healthcare clowns with red noses, glasses and bright yellow jackets entertaining a smiling child with pigtails, a black and white stripy t-shirt and pink cardigan. The event details included read '21 July 2026, 6-7pm, online'. There is a website link at the bottom: www.rcn.org.uk/whatson.

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