Education

Disasters due to natural and man-made causes, and increases in the number of dementia patients requiring caregivers, compel nurses to boost preparedness efforts on behalf of vulnerable populations.

When wellness trends and concierge services masquerade as preventative care, it's hard to sift through what can truly make us better and where the money flows.

September is Preparedness Month, Food Safety Education Month, and Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. All three campaigns alert nurses to prepare for emergencies – for themselves and patients

Saving a few thousand dollars now on your education can lead to hefty student debt savings when you factor in the interest over time.

As we fight for a brighter future in nursing, let us remind each other that we carry heavy backpacks, and it is okay to take them off because we are worthy of being cared for as we care for others.

The need for more diversity and inclusion among nurses and PAs is well-established, and the benefits proven.

Within hours of the Supreme Court ruling overturning Roe v. Wade, nursing organizations across the country put out statements about the decision.

The number of graduating nurses has dramatically increased over the last decade, with the largest growth observed in the for-profit sector. But a new study shows graduates from for-profit nursing prog

For two decades, Americans have trusted one profession more than any other, regardless of industry: nurses

There aren’t nearly enough practitioners to address Americans’ mental health care needs—and the problem begins in nursing school.

Thorough hand washing is the most effective deterrent to spreading infections in healthcare settings. Medical professionals are trained in hand-washing, but people get lax over time.

Experts expect more than 100 high-temperature records to be broken in the coming week, not only in the Southern U.S. but also across the Eastern seaboard as another heat wave rolls across the country.

Transitioning from a skilled nursing facility to home care can be frightening and challenging for patients and their families and caregivers

Don't let tax myths hold you back; take the time to educate yourself and make informed decisions about your finances.

Here are five ways for nurses to make the most of tax season in 2023.

NPs as a community are passionate about education and raising the next generation — so why are there so few preceptors?

We give the most credit to Florence Nightingale for the foundation of modern nursing, yet countless Black nurses have upheld and innovated the nursing profession to make it what it is today.

HAIs are on the rise, at least in part because healthcare workers often forget to follow optimal hygiene practices.

The CDC estimates that about 99,000 Americans die each year from health-care acquired infections. Here’s how you can protect yourself and still offer good patient care.

Regardless of how frequently you think your patients travel, here are some travel health topics that primary care providers should integrate into their practice.

Ever treat a patient diagnosed with sarcoma, AKA the “forgotten cancer”? If not, you’re certainly not the only medical professional.

Did you know there’s no research indicating CE actually improves your skills as a healthcare professional? Regardless, you have to do them. Try these 5 tips to make the most of it.