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British Journal of Healthcare Assistants

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The British Journal of Healthcare Assistants is essential reading for healthcare support workers, healthcare assistants (HCAs) and assistant practitioners (APs). It supports career development and patient care, offering a range of articles highlighting best practice and training and helping practitioners to extend their knowledge and skills.

What articles does it publish?

Here are some articles from a recent issue:

Importance of team building for healthcare staff.
Sgts Bowles K. British Journal of Healthcare Assistants 2026;20(9):doi.org/10.12968/bjha.2026.0038.
[This article explores a team-building day facilitated by the Royal Army Medical Reserve Services for first-year student nursing associates. The event was designed to help students develop communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills while working together in a relaxed and supportive environment. Through a series of practical activities, students were encouraged to consider different approaches to leadership and teamworking, while developing an insight into the role of the Army Reserve.]

From physiotherapy assistant to student physiotherapist: a journey of progression.
Jackson E. British Journal of Healthcare Assistants 2026;20(9):doi.org/10.12968/bjha.2026.0041.
[In this article, the author reflects on her journey from being a physiotherapy assistant in stroke rehabilitation to pursuing registration as a physiotherapist. She discusses the influence of supportive mentors, the importance of the allied health professions support workers, and the challenges and opportunities that can arise when taking a non-traditional route into a registered profession]

Creating opportunities: a healthcare assistant's path to practice education.
Mitchel S. British Journal of Healthcare Assistants 2026;20(9):doi.org/10.12968/bjha.2026.0045.
[In this article, the author reflects on her journey from being a healthcare assistant to pursuing a career as a practice educator, exploring how her experiences shaped her commitment to education, advocacy and workforce development. She discusses developing education programmes for nursing support workers and promoting greater recognition and career development for the workforce.]

Menopause at work: supporting staff.
Peate I. British Journal of Healthcare Assistants 2026;20(9):doi.org/10.12968/bjha.2026.0046.
[Menopause is an increasingly recognised workplace health issue, with implications for wellbeing, confidence and workforce retention. Experiences vary between individuals and may be influenced by working conditions, workplace culture and wider social circumstances. This article discusses current evidence and policy around menopause, including how healthcare assistants can be supported to manage symptoms and remain well at work.]

Long-term conditions: mental health stigma and medicine management.
Barber C. British Journal of Healthcare Assistants 2026;20(9):doi.org/10.12968/bjha.2026.0047.
[Mental health stigma refers to the negative attitudes, beliefs and stereotypes directed towards individuals with mental health conditions. Such stigma frequently leads to shame, systemic discrimination and significant barriers to accessing care. This article, the twenty-third in a series exploring long-term health conditions, continues the examination of enduring mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety and psychosis.]

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