Assistant nurses (ANs) play a big part in taking care of older people in nursing homes. But, there is a problem. Many ANs do not know enough about medicines and the issues that can come with them. This lack of knowledge can lead to serious problems for the people they care for. A study wanted to fi
In Tanzania, a study looked at how tough times in childhood can make it harder for adults to stick with HIV treatment. The research focused on 217 adults who were new to HIV medicine. Out of these, 26 people stopped their care within a year, while 191 kept up with their treatment. The study found t
Teachers play a big role in helping nurses who come from other countries. These nurses often need extra training to work in their new home. But what is it like for the teachers? Not many people talk about this. In Sweden, two universities run special programs for these nurses. The goal is to make s
Moms who had tough times as kids can sometimes struggle with parenting. They might not feel confident or might not know how to handle certain situations. This can be tough on both them and their kids. A new program is trying to change that. It's called a mindful mothering intervention. The idea is
In Hong Kong, nurses' views on their work settings in public hospitals were recently studied. Over a year, nurses from 71 different wards in four hospitals shared their thoughts. They filled out surveys every three months, and the number of participants varied from 604 to 865 each time. The surveys
In Isare, a big problem is that many people don't have enough information or access to birth control. This leads to more unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections. Nurses can help change this by teaching and spreading the word about contraception. To understand how nurses can make a
Nurses in intensive care units (ICUs) were at the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic, dealing with the most serious cases. A study in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, wanted to understand how these nurses felt about their ability to handle the crisis. The study looked at how confident they were in their s
Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a rare condition that weakens muscles over time. It happens because certain nerve cells in the brain and spine break down. Nusinersen is a medicine that can slow down this process. Doctors want to find better ways to see how well this treatment is working. One way t
In today's digital age, the Metaverse is becoming a hot topic, blending fun, work, and social life into one virtual space. But how does this new technology affect travel and tourism, especially for China's Gen Z? A recent study dug into this question, focusing on what makes this generation tick when
A special project is underway to honor a significant milestone. For 50 years, a respected publication has been a key resource for nurse practitioners (NPs). To mark this anniversary, they've gathered insights from 50 influential NPs. These experts share their thoughts on various topics throughout th
