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Black Scrubs: Why The Pitt Has Made Them the Uniform to Watch

Black scrubs are having a major moment thanks to The Pitt, bringing a sharper, more modern look to healthcare uniforms. This blog explores why black scrubs are trending, what makes them practical for long shifts, and how healthcare professionals in Ireland and the UK can choose the right fit, fabric and style.

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Women in Healthcare: Celebrating International Women’s Day and Closing the Research Gap

Women make up the majority of the global healthcare workforce, yet women’s health remains one of the most underfunded and under-researched areas of medicine. This article explores the impact of women in healthcare and why investing in women’s health research is essential for the future of patient care.

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Freya Milnes: Life as a Dental Therapist and Happythreads content creator

Freya Milnes shares her journey into dental therapy, from qualifying at the University of Leeds to balancing clinical work with content creation. An honest look at the challenges, rewards and career opportunities in dental therapy, plus advice for students considering the profession.

Ollie Randell UK content creator for Happythreads

Ollie Randell: Modern Dentistry, Content Creation and a Happythreads UK Affiliate

Ollie Randell is a UK dentist and Happythreads affiliate offering an honest, behind-the-scenes look at modern dentistry. From training and setbacks to content creation and early career life, this is dentistry as it really is.

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Best Radiographer Scrubs in the UK for long hospital shifts

Looking for radiographer scrubs in the UK? Discover comfortable, stretch and durable uniforms designed for CT, MRI and hospital imaging departments. Learn what fabric, fit and features matter most for long clinical shifts and find styles that balance performance with professionalism.

Sarah Johnson, newly registered midwife, sharing her journey into midwifery

From Student to Registered Midwife: Sarah’s Journey into Midwifery

Sarah shares her journey from student midwife to registered midwife, reflecting on balance, burnout, content creation, and what it truly means to care for others.

Healing Hands 360 sustainable scrubs collection

Healing Hands 360 Scrubs: Sustainable Performance for Modern Healthcare

At Happythreads, sustainability is an ongoing commitment. The Healing Hands 360 collection reflects this approach, combining recycled materials with high-performance design as we continue working towards a more circular future for healthcare workwear.

Happythreads Affiliate Aadi

Finding Balance, Purpose and Identity in Medicine | Happythreads Affiliate Aadi

A third-year medical student at King’s College London reflects on the realities of medical training, wellbeing and identity, sharing their journey as a happythreads affiliate navigating life in medicine.

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Happythreads Affiliate Alec’s Journey into Medicine | From Childhood Dream to Doctor

Alec reflects on his journey into medicine, from childhood curiosity and years of biomedical study to creating accessible educational content and preparing to begin life as a doctor.

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Happythreads x Bridge2Aid: Supporting Sustainable Dental Care in Tanzania

Happythreads is proud to support Bridge2Aid’s Dental Outreach and Training Programme in Tanzania. Through donated scrubs and on-the-ground collaboration, this initiative trained eight local dental therapists, treated more than 1,600 patients, and strengthened long-term access to sustainable oral healthcare across the Mwanza region.

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Beauty Uniforms Guide 2025: Best Tunics for Beauty and Aesthetics Professionals

Beauty and aesthetics professionals need uniforms that look polished, feel comfortable and support a high standard of care. In this guide, explore the best beauty uniforms and tunics for salons, spas and aesthetic clinics, plus expert tips on fit, fabric, branding and everyday comfort. Discover bestselling styles from the Happythreads Beauty Tunics collection.

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Fake NHS Uniforms: How to Spot Counterfeit Medical Scrubs and Protect Your Clinic in 2025

Fake NHS uniforms are popping up across online marketplaces, creating real risks for patient safety and clinic security. This guide explains how to identify counterfeit medical scrubs and why healthcare teams across the UK are choosing Happythreads for authentic, traceable and compliant uniforms they can trust.