Community spirit

Article Abstract:

The development of a district level health programme in a slum area of Phnom Penh, Cambodia, is described. The programme was designed to be led from the grassroots on the basis that those working there are in the best position to decide on priorities. Learning to speak Cambodian was a high priority for every member of the team of professionals from various disciplines appointed to work alongside Cambodians at a hospital and three outlying health centres. Initiatives have included a programme to eradicate the dengue-carrying mosquito and the provision of mosquito-nets for in-patients.

Health aspects, Personal narratives, Community health services, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

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The power of language in a bilingual community

Article Abstract:

The 1993 Welsh Language Act called for the use of the Welsh language in public services. More than 20% of the population in Wales speak Welsh and there is an expansion in the use of Welsh in the health service. This has had an impact on nursing services in Wales, as more health professionals need to be bilingual. A poll showed that more than two thirds of Welsh people wanted to be treated by health professionals who had a knowledge of Welsh. This will have implications for nurse training, in recruitment and in nurse education.

Usage, Nurses, Language and languages, Welsh language

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Shared care recording in community care

Article Abstract:

Cornwall Healthcare National Health Service Trust, in the UK, has pioneered a new way of care recording. Everyone involved with the service user enters their records into one file which is kept by the patient. The system has proved very successful in reducing duplication of records. The information is readily available, patients know exactly what is being said about them, and they can object to anything they disagree with. Patients have more control and the system improves relationships between all involved in a patient's care.

Management, United Kingdom. National Health Service, Records and correspondence, Continuum of care, Files (Records)

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