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Announcement New Research: Mrs Verinia Titus Publishes in Curationis

We are delighted to share an exciting academic achievement from within the WCCN community. Mrs Verinia Titus has published a new scholarly article in the peer‑reviewed journal Curationis, marking another important contribution to nursing research and professional knowledge in South Africa.


(Titus, 2026)


Her publication highlights the ongoing commitment of WCCN academics to research, evidence‑based practice, and the advancement of nursing education. Scholarly work such as this not only strengthens our institution’s academic profile but also enriches teaching, learning, and professional practice for both students and colleagues.

📄 Read the full article here.

We encourage lecturers, students, and staff to explore the publication, incorporate it into discussions, and consider how Mrs Titus’s insights can inform clinical practice and nursing education.

Her dedication to research serves as an inspiration to our academic community, and we look forward to seeing more of her work in the future.

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