According to Survey, there will be about 9 million nurses America will need by 2030 and about 355,000 Nurse Practitioners are needed to lead nursing teams by then. With this, it is very important that we start investing in the current nursing students to ensure their success and that they will be ready to serve the healthcare needs of America.
The life of a nursing student is not easy, as busy as they are when they finally start working in...
A study of diabetes treatment in 55 low and middle income countries found that many of the participants with diabetes were unaware that they had the condition.
Overall, less than 5% were getting adequate drug treatments and lifestyle advice.
The researchers pooled data from nationally representative surveys that asked people what treatments they were taking to reduce blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol...
Down comforters provide insulation, as they trap heat without adding extra weight. Choosing the best down comforter will depend on a person’s needs. For example, some models may not suit individuals with allergies or asthma.
Benefits and disadvantages
According to one 2017 study , the body is sensitive to changes in air temperature during sleep. If an individual’s room is moderately hot or cold, it can reduce...
Many people have aspirations of a career in nursing, but not everyone has what it takes, particularly when it comes to leadership positions. Nursing is one of the most physically and mentally demanding roles that there is, plus you will be dealing with sickness, injury, and even death on a daily basis, so it is certainly not something that everyone can manage. Nursing can be one of the most rewarding lines of work that there is and...
The first step is to understand that it’s not just about exhaustion or tiredness—or depleting a mental resource
The U.S. has tragically surpassed 400,000 COVID-19 deaths, and case numbers and hospitalizations are likewise spiking to record levels around the world. With vaccines now rolling out, there is reason to hope that there is an end in sight. However, by most estimates, widespread vaccinations will not be in place...
Whether you've read about it in the news or heard personal accounts from friends and family, COVID-19 vaccines can cause side effects – but there are ways to minimize symptoms.
Dr. Michael Daignault, an emergency physician in Los Angeles, tells USA TODAY that common post-vaccine symptoms shouldn't make people wary of getting vaccinated against the coronavirus.
"The side effects of the vaccine...
If you’re taking a taxi or rideshare during the Covid pandemic, or driving with someone not in your household, wearing a mask and rolling down the windows are the best things you can do to reduce transmission of the virus. Now a new study has identified which windows you should roll down in the car to provide the most protection.
According to the findings, opening the window farthest from where you’re...
Nurse leaders Joanne Disch and Mary Beth Kingston share insights about how to overcome challenges and continue to push nurse leadership forward as a valuable voice in the healthcare industry.
Nurse leaders are no strangers to overcoming challenges. Drawing from their experiences, Joanne Disch, PhD, RN, FAAN, board chair for Advocate Aurora Health; and Mary Beth Kingston, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, executive vice president and...
Restrictive measures aimed at curbing the new coronavirus pandemic have changed the lives of people all over the world in drastic ways. For this Special Feature, we have asked readers and contributors to share their best coping strategies.
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Millennials and Gen Z will be the majority of the workforce in 2020.
For younger generations, workplace purpose must be reflected by authentic actions.
Companies can examine purpose through the lens of humans' innate psychological needs.
We are entering a new era in which the purpose of a corporation is evolving from the shareholder-centric model to one that serves to benefit all stakeholders. Corporations looking to...
With the freshness of the New Year still upon us, we would like to take advantage of this spirit of newness to suggest some critical career tips.
Update CV If you would like to switch jobs, update your CV and do so from the top. Carefully update your CV and crystallise all important details at the very beginning of your resume. What achievements did you attain in your previous/current job year? Let the hiring manager see your...
A leadership coach shows how you can get the most out of your network.
“Building relationships is not just a critical career skill but a critical life skill,” says Rebecca Zucker, Stanford Graduate School of Business alumna and partner at leadership development consultancy Next Step Partners .
“One of the biggest mistakes people make is to bifurcate their personal and professional...