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The true cost of the pandemic

02 April 2021
Volume 10 · Issue 3

Abstract

In this issue's British Association of Cosmetic Nurses update, Sharron Brown details the activity within the group and reflects upon the worldwide issues that affect us all

Research shows that young women in the UK feel that they are under constant scrutiny, which is causing increased anxiety

The British Association of Cosmetic Nurses (BACN) has reached a record level of 1000 members. There are many upcoming activities in the pipeline, and it is important to stay in the loop with the frequent posts on BACN social platforms, as well as the personal emails that are sent to members' accounts keep them informed with news and events, as well as the new content that is released every month. The key areas of activity are as follows:

 

The BACN is also encouraging its members to share their COVID-19 and lockdown experiences and challenges, including those who have worked on the frontline or in the vaccination hubs to vaccinate the UK public or the trials and tribulations of preparing medical aesthetic clinics to reopen only to have to close them again. Contact Gareth Lewis (glewis@bacn.org.uk) with your stories.

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