Health

The secret to weight loss? Nurses, you already have it

The secret to weight loss? Nurses, you already have it

Yes, someone can drop 100 pounds in the course of a television season, but a typical nurse isn’t going to have a slew of weight-loss gurus following her every move…

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What every nurse needs to know about allergies

Allergies aren’t seasonal when you’re a nurse. We reveal allergy dangers at home and in the workplace, then give you smart solutions to handle it all!

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Everything you need to know about dealing with back pain

Back pain is no joke, especially when you’re got to be on your feet all day at work. Get a refresher on how to deal here!

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The top 10 ways nurses boost their moods on the job

Having one of THOSE days? Check out the top mood-boosting tips from your fellow nurses!

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How can I lose weight?

Simple tips for nurses to reinvent the way you think about your daily food intake.

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5 symptoms that say your nurse body has had enough

Are you ignoring these top five pains, aches and bodily whines? Take this nurse’s advice — take care of it ASAP!

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Flu season factoids that shock even nurses!

Our quick, 30-second guide to avoiding the flu.

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5 tricky hospital situations resolved

To succeed in the workplace, you need more than mad clinical skills. You need excellent interpersonal skills as well. What would you do if a colleague dissed you at work?

Do you know the signs of shift work disorder?

Do you know the signs of shift work disorder?

This sleep disorder can adversely impact not only your job performance, but also the quality and even duration of your life. Here’s an easy guide to the symptoms.

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The sleepiness cure

Nurses suffer from sleep deprivation, affecting patient care and an RN’s own health. Tired nurses are at risk for obesity, heart disease and diabetes.

4 yoga poses for a healthy back

4 yoga poses for a healthy back

Yoga can do more than give you inner peace. It can save your aching back. Here, with images, are some gentle poses you can do to counteract the danger.

The top 5 ways nurses can keep the holiday pounds from creeping on!

The top 5 ways nurses can keep the holiday pounds from creeping on!

Want to maintain your weight and eat some delicious treats this holiday season? Here’s our guide to keeping fit and healthy…and eating your cake, too.

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How much vacation time do you really need?

What’s the ideal amount of time off each year? And just how much rest do you need to feel restored, anyway?

What are nurses thankful for?

What are nurses thankful for?

Tough times can bring us closer to the blessings in our lives. Here, 10 nurses and nurses-to-be say an online grace.

Quiz: portion distortion

Quiz: portion distortion

Think you could answer what the calorie differences are between food served 20 years ago and food today? Find out the shocking difference!