Protecting cancer nurses’ health
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Protecting cancer nurses’ health

Stephanie Jones-Berry Freelance health journalist

An increasing number of cancer nurses are raising concerns about the health and safety risks of handling chemotherapy drugs as part of their roles – highlighting the urgent need for more research in this area

Nurse academics from Birmingham City University (BCU) are calling for the mandatory use of closed system drug transfer devices (CSTDs).

Cancer Nursing Practice. 17, 3, 8-9. doi: 10.7748/cnp.17.3.8.s7

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