“Hotspotting” has become quite a buzzword in the healthcare setting lately, as providers continue to search for ways to improve the quality of services patients receive. Much like a local…
As a care provider, you’re likely all too familiar with the idea of telehealth and the Internet of Things. You can use digital devices to remotely connect with patients, like…
A new study suggests that raising the minimum wage could help prevent thousands of suicides across the country every year – even if employees are paid just a dollar more…
SHINING THE LIGHT ON ALL THE RIGHT Celebrating the Art of Nursing Around the World by Mark and Bonnie Barnes with Jim Eber In 1999, Mark and Bonnie Barnes were…
You’ve probably seen dozens of products and beverages containing CBD over the last couple years. CBD stands for cannabidiol, one of the main active ingredients of marijuana. It’s derived from…
February is officially known as American Heart Month, a national campaign that’s all about raising awareness for heart-healthy lifestyles. As the effort is mainly focused on everyday Americans, you can…
Born in South Africa and raised in South Carolina, Elaine Alston was “bit by the give back bug” in nursing school. After a stint with a hospital program called Personal…
The coronavirus is quickly spreading throughout mainland China, having infected more than 31,000 people in the region. There are now at least 12 confirmed cases of the virus here in…
It’s no secret that patients in healthcare facilities need care around the clock. As a nurse or care provider, you’ve probably been asked to work the overnight shift, but getting…
Americans pay more for healthcare than in any other country in the world, with estimates sitting at $8,745 per capita. Unfortunately, many Americans can’t afford to pay their bills. Paying…
U.S. healthcare is notoriously expensive, and patients are doing everything they can to reduce the price of medical care, including cutting coupons. Using coupons for medical services has been around…
The demographics of the U.S. population are changing. As the baby boomers move into retirement, millennials are quickly becoming the new face of the country, especially when it comes to…
If you’ve been keeping up with the latest developments in the tech industry, you’ve probably heard the term “blockchain”. The blockchain represents a new kind of technology that’s making waves…
Heart failure remains all too common throughout the U.S. and abroad. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 6.5 million Americans are living with heart failure, and…
The debate over whether undocumented immigrants should have access to health coverage has received renewed attention over the last few years. The leading Democratic presidential hopefuls have all come out…
Truvada has long been the face of HIV prevention. By taking the pill once a day, high-risk individuals can radically reduce their chances of contracting the virus. However, some in…
