Florence: Death of an icon?

Article Abstract:

The image of Florence Nightingale is not appropriate for nurses in the 20th century because it suggests nurses are sacrificing themselves and are subordinate to others. This has held nurses back from being more proactive or standing up for themselves. It has also resulted in low pay for nurses. Florence Nightingale was not the first or only woman who pioneered nursing during the Crimean War yet she is the one who is remembered because she was English and white. Her students were obedient and respectful to doctors did not question the hospital hierarchy. This is not how nursing should be.

Media coverage, Nightingale, Florence

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Pink knickers beat the Blitz

Article Abstract:

The arrival of war in 1940 led to many young women changing their career plans and opting for a nursing role to help fight the threat of German invasion. A six week induction course to nursing was the initial introduction to the profession, with many nurses continuing their training through bombing raids. The high death toll in London from bombing inevitably led to nurses having to treat friends and colleagues, with many being announced dead on arrival. The war enabled nursing to change forever, developing the profession and defining its boundaries.

Health aspects, Wars, War, Women in war

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The Hexthorpe rail disaster

Article Abstract:

Medical staff and services faced a difficult challenge in September 1887 when the world's worst rail crash took place in Doncaster, UK. The injuries suffered by passengers were terrible and up to 24 people died. The sheer volume of injured meant medical staff had to make the decision to transfer some victims to private houses for treatment and psychological support which was given by church people. The crash would have undoubtedly resulted in psychological stress being endured by staff at the hospital.

Railroads, Accidents

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