Research findings

BMJ www.bmj.com
A research journal useful for identifying current research findings in MS for research enquiries from people with MS/or carers of people with MS. Typically useful for identifying findings on beta interferon trials, courts cases dealing with MS, etc. You can also do searches through the BMJ site for research in related journals. After 12 months, back copies are also available free on the web site under Collected Resources in the Table of Contents icon of bmj.com 

Published weekly.
Subscriptions: BMJ Fulfilment Department, BMA House, Tavistock Square, London WCIH 9JD
Tel: 020 7383 6270
Email: subscriptions@bmj.com  

 

Clinical practice

International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation www.ijtr.co.uk
ITJR is a journal of current clinical practice and is aimed at those in the therapy and rehabilitation profession. The magazine is peer reviewed and contains editorial comment, product news and reviews as well as a full listing of useful websites for those in the profession.

Published monthly.
Subscriptions: Mark Allen Publishing, Subscriptions Department, Jesses Farm, Snow Hill, Dinton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 5HN.
Tel: 0800 137 201

Guidelines in Practice www.eguidelines.co.uk
Guidelines in Practice is the monthly journal of value to those developing and implementing primary and shared care guidelines. By providing examples of good clinical practice and a forum for exchange of ideas, Guidelines in Practice supports health professionals in turning guidelines into practical steps to improve patient care.

Published monthly.
Subscriptions Tel: 01442 876100

 

Nursing

Professional Nurse
A leading update for clinical nurses, Professional Nurse contains medical papers, clinical research and nurse-led developments. It also commissions its own studies on nursing life.

Published monthly.
Subscriptions: Professional Nurse Subscriptions, Tower House,
Sovereign Park, Market Harborough, LE16 7BR

British Journal Of Nursing (BJN)   www.britishjournalofnursing.com
A clinical review journal for nurses with an emphasis on education and debate. BJN is peer-reviewed and refereed which is an essential requirement for a journal of authority. The journal contains regular additional supplements on children's nursing, learning disabilities, adult/elderly care, mental health and specialist nursing.

Published fortnightly.
Subscriptions: 01722 716997

International Journal of Palliative Nursing (IJPN) www.ijpn.co.uk
IJPN has gained respect and credibility for providing palliative nurses throughout the world with a high-quality, peer-reviewed journal. It has become very useful for palliative nurses wishing to stay ahead in this demanding and rapidly growing speciality. IJPN is peer-reviewed and refereed with regular sections on nursing innovations, symptom management, education and international developments.

Published monthly.
Subscriptions: 0800 137 201

Nursing Times www.nursingtimes.net
Represents the independent voice of nursing, covering all aspects of nursing life. It includes regular clinical supplements and indepth articles on key topics, clinical analysis, the latest news and comment on the issues that affect nurses and advice on ethical or professional dilemmas.

Published weekly.
Subscriptions: 01858 438847

Therapy Weekly www.therapy.co.uk
Therapy Weekly is the only independent weekly newspaper for the United Kingdom's physiotherapists, occupational therapists and speech and language therapists. The newspaper covers a wide range of clinical, professional, disability and human-interest stories. As well as news coverage, it includes conference reports, clinical and research updates, opinion pieces from readers, a letters page and book, video and product reviews. Therapy Weekly runs a series of special features throughout the year, focusing on regional initiatives, examples of good practice and other subjects of special interest to therapists, for example seating and back care, wheelchairs and mobility, and bathing and showering.

Published weekly.
Subscriptions: 0800 731 0747

 

Health

Best Practice
This fortnightly magazine covers all aspects of contemporary general practice. Articles include news, policy debate, reviews of clinical trials, guidance on medical procedure and top tips on running a successful practice. Sent freely to 32,000 full-time UK GPs.

Published fortnightly.
Subscriptions: 01372 471 671

This Caring Business
Acting as the voice of the independent healthcare sector. Contains a wide range of product reviews for items used in nursing homes and hospitals and a review of welfare catering.

Published bi-monthly.
Subscriptions: 01424 718 406

Health Education Journal http://hej.sagepub.com/
This long-established quarterly journal has an international reputation as one of the leading journals of health education research. Increasingly the vehicle for some of the most important work in the field, it carries fully refereed papers, which are both authoritative and readable. Drawn from a wide range of professions, the Health Education Journal carries papers on the major public health issues of our time. Original research papers, challenging opinions and comprehensive reviews all contribute to a worthy package.

Published quarterly.

Health Service Journal www.hsj.co.uk
HSJ is aimed mainly at Healthcare managers i.e. those who run the NHS’s health authorities, hospitals and community and primary care services. It is a respected publication also read by academics, specialist journalists and politicians. The contents include comment and opinion on government policy within the NHS and opinion from industry experts.

Published weekly.
Subscriptions: Health Service Journal Subscriptions, Greater
London House, London, NW1 7EJ
Tel: 01858 438 847

Chronic Illness www.maney.co.uk/contents/chronicillness
Published quarterly, Chronic Illness brings together multidisciplinary researchers, clinicians, policy makers and people living with long term illness. The journal will publish high quality research, inform practice and provide rigorous insight into the experience of people living with long-term conditions.

Published quarterly.
Subscriptions: Maney Publishing, 1 Carlton House Terrace, London, SW1Y 5DB
Tel: 020 7451 7300

 

Multiple Sclerosis

MS Matters
A Multiple Sclerosis Society publication, MS Matters, covers topical research issues such as availability of beta interferon and topics of concern to people with MS, such as benefits of alternative therapies, perceptions about disabilities, employment and career options. Also available on audio cassette. Back issues are available on the members section of this website.

Published bi-monthly.
Subscriptions: MS Society, MS National Centre,
 372 Edgware Road, London NW2 6ND.
Tel: 020 8438 0700
Email: info@mssociety.org.uk  

Multiple Sclerosis - Clinical and Laboratory Research;http://msj.sagepub.com/
An international journal affiliated with the Americas Committee for Treatment and Research in MS (ACTRIMS) and the European Committee for Treatment and Research in MS (ECTRIMS). It is useful for finding latest research findings in MS. Regular supplements focus on particular areas of interest. Abstracts are available online

Published monthly.


MS in Focus
The twice-yearly publication of the MS International Federation is aimed at health and social care professionals working with people affected by MS. Each issue is themed and includes articles on: treatment; rehabilitation; day-to-day living; and international MS Society projects. Subscriptions are free. The full text of MS in Focus is available online in English, Dutch, German, Italian and Spanish.

Published twice yearly.
Subscriptions: MSIF, Skyline House,
200 Union Street, London, SE1 0LX
Tel +44 (0) 207 620 1911
Email info@msif.org