Ever thought about how Australian nursing students get ready for mental health jobs? A recent study, following a method called PRISMA-ScR, found 31 studies conducted in English between 2000 and 2023. What do these studies say? They reveal that well-structured clinical placements can reduce the stigm
Living in a nursing home can make it tough to keep up with dental check-ups and oral hygiene. This can lead to bad oral health. There's a tool called interRAI that caregivers use to assess residents' health, including their teeth. The problem is, the current section about oral health in this tool is
Advocacy and activism in nursing are topics that have been discussed and debated for many years. These concepts involve political action aimed at social or political change. Some people believe that advocacy and activism should be part of a nurse's role, while others disagree. To understand what nur
In Turkey, a recent study dove into how nurses feel about caring for patients with gynecologic cancer. The research team used a special method called phenomenological design, which is great for understanding people's experiences. They picked nurses who were already caring for these patients. This gr
Imagine stepping into a new nursing job after months of rigorous clinical training. Does this intense preparation boost your confidence when it comes to voicing your opinions and worries at work? A recent study explored this very question. Researchers set out to understand how a demanding clinical
Vice President Kamala Harris is showing no signs of repeating Hillary Clinton's 2016 miss in Wisconsin. She's been visiting the state a lot lately, and Tuesday's big announcement on ABC's "The View" might just be her game-changer. She revealed a plan to extend Medicare coverage to include long-term
St. John's University has taken a significant step forward in healthcare education with the launch of its state-of-the-art St. Vincent's Health Sciences Center. This 70,000-square-foot building is equipped with cutting-edge technology, including six interactive mannequins that can simulate emergency
The US Department of Interior has set an auction date of October 29th for the first-ever sale of offshore wind energy leases in the Gulf of Maine. This significant move marks a major step forward in the country's efforts to transition to cleaner, renewable energy sources. The auction, which includes
Imagine if the former governor of New York, Andrew Cuomo, had been held accountable for his actions from the very beginning. Would over 15,000 seniors be alive today? The answer is a resounding yes. Cuomo's handling of COVID-19, nursing home scandal, and corrupt book deal is a stark reminder that a
Want to swap your current career for a nursing role in a year? Kootenai Health and Idaho State University have teamed up to make it happen with their Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Perfect for those with a bachelor's degree in any field, this program promises a fast track to be
