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Two sides to every story

Article Abstract:

Bethlem Royal Hospital, in London, UK, is celebrating its 750th anniversary by holding a series of events during 1997, however, this is raising objections from mental health service users who say that, in the past, the hospital treated its patients very brutally, and that these celebrations do nothing to improve the public's attitude towards people with mental health problems. The hospital defends its approach because the events will raise the issue of mental health, and argues that users now do have a say in how the service responds to their needs.

Social aspects, Management, Demonstrations and protests, Mental illness, Mental disorders, Psychiatric hospital patients, Psychiatric hospitals

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More than a storm in a D cup

Article Abstract:

Mixed views are being expressed in the UK about whether breast augmentation should be performed on patients under the age of 18. Some observers believe that young women under 18 should have access to cosmetic surgery if they have a distorted body image, while others point out that breast development can continue until a woman is in her 20s.

Ethical aspects, Mammaplasty, Breast reconstruction

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RCN challenges UKCC's right to be both judge and jury

Article Abstract:

The UK Royal College of Nursing is to challenge the right of the UKCC to handle all aspects of cases of misconduct. At present, the UKCC investigates cases of misconduct and rules on whether to pursue them. Its own lawyers function as prosecutors.

Discipline, Nurses

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