Wellness Tips

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You did what? (Or, the weirdest injuries my coworkers and I have sustained)

I’m here to tell you stories, my Chickadees, of the most amazingly random things I’ve ever seen anybody, including myself, do.

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5 winter self-care must-haves for nurses

What can you do to keep the wintertime blues at bay and take great care of yourself?

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A nurse gives her 5 tips to “never” get sick

I hesitate to say I “never” get sick because that’s the equivalent to shouting out, “Here I am infectious world! Come and get me!”

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The one thing that has helped me survive NOC

I have a trick for making myself stay awake, avoid snacking, and feel better throughout my whole shift.

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5 stress-relief tips that Santa can teach nurses

It’s the time of the year when we nurses can go overboard for the sake of holiday spirit. We sleep less, eat more, work more and drive our anxiety levels through the roof. Here are ideas straight from Kris Kringle himself on how we nurses can start enjoying the holidays again.

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The one superpower I’d love to have during the holidays

What if you could eat to your heart’s (and gut’s) content without the guilt of packing on the pounds?

The one thing nurses shouldn’t put off

The one thing nurses shouldn’t put off

Before this year comes to an end and the new one is upon you, put yourself first for a while. That’s right. Spend some time making a plan that will keep you from ignoring yourself any longer.

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Top 10 sleep tips for nurses

Increase your chances of getting some quality sleep, which in turn will hopefully lower your stress levels (and help your heart!).

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An ER nurse’s description of a heart attack

I said aloud to myself and the cat, “Dear God, I think I’m having a heart attack!”

19 ideas for shift nurses to get more sleep

19 ideas for shift nurses to get more sleep

Your body knows what it likes. It likes to sleep when it’s dark. And quiet. At night. Unfortunately, you may not have that luxury. Fortunately, your body can be tricked. And here are the ways to do it so you can get the rest you need.

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Dermatitis: The nurse’s allergy

Does the skin on your hands frequently feel dry and irritated? You’re not alone. Nursing has long been recognized as a profession at high risk for allergic contact dermatitis.

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What should I do when I have an allergic reaction on my shift?

Hay fever and hives aren’t catching, but patients and coworkers may give you the stink eye if they see you sneezing, coughing or scratching. Everyone gets the creeps when it comes to germs in the hospital.

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Four common allergens at work—and how nurses can combat them

More than half of Americans test positive to at least one allergen. This means that more than half of the individuals in any one occupational group—including nurses, of course—are allergic to something.

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Five skin health tips for nurses

Here are some ways you can help keep your body’s largest organ in good shape.

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The one thing this tense nurse really needed

You can be as ergonomic as you want, but we still wear our bodies down at work. I found the way to reward my body.