British Journal of Healthcare Assistants is unique. It is the only professional journal for HCAs & assistant practitioners providing education & support to a growing sector of the health service. Each issue contains a range of evidence-based articles providing positive examples of good practice in areas as diverse as infection prevention phlebology continence & nutrition support. The maazine highlights learning outcomes to support practitioners' on-going training & to help extend their knowledge & skills in practice. The journal also highlights the diversity of career paths available to HCAs & provides analysis of the impact of changing policy on this important groups of health workers.