Nurses stepped up as the first line of defense during the COVID-19 pandemic. They faced many hurdles and showed incredible strength in managing crises. A survey of 132 nurses from a public hospital revealed some eye-opening insights. Nurses scored an average of 3. 75 on a crisis management scale, sh
The Midlands is currently enjoying a warm spell. Temperatures are climbing into the high 70s. This warmth is due to a high-pressure system. This warm weather is expected to last through Thursday. The forecast for Thursday is partly cloudy with a 30% chance of rain in the late afternoon. Temperatures
Imagine this: a hospital's computer system is designed to spot kidney trouble early. This is done through an electronic alert system that keeps an eye on key signs and sends out warnings when something's not right. The goal? To catch acute kidney injury (AKI) before it becomes a big problem. AKI is
Protecting our environment and keeping biodiversity alive is a big job. The problem is, rules for protection are often too vague. They need to be made more specific to be useful. This guide is all about making those rules work better. It starts by looking at the benefits we get from nature,
Ever thought about how your food choices can impact your brain? Scientists have been exploring this for years. They've discovered that certain nutrients, like B vitamins, zinc, and iron, can shield our brains and combat harmful substances called reactive oxygen species. But here's where it gets inte
Christian healthcare chaplaincy is at a turning point. Healthcare is getting more complex and specialized, with a big shift towards outpatient care. There are also financial pressures and an aging population with chronic health issues. On top of that, global health crises are adding to the challenge
Imagine tiny dung beetles, hard at work in forests and pastures, facing a double whammy: rising temperatures and pesticides. These beetles are crucial for keeping our ecosystems clean, but they're under threat. Let's dive into what happens when they're exposed to high temperatures and a common drug
In 2020, Barbara Brigham's life took a dramatic turn when a routine scan revealed pancreatic cancer. She was determined to fight it, especially since her husband had recently passed away and she wanted to spend more time with her children and grandchildren. Her journey began at Memorial Sloan Ketter
In the world of pig farming, air quality is a big deal. It's not just about keeping the pigs healthy; it's also about protecting the humans who work there. Tiny particles floating in the air, smaller than 10 micrometers, can cause big problems. These particles, known as particulate matter (PM), can
Federal agencies have been letting go of probationary employees in droves, but the Office of Special Counsel (OSC) is stepping in to question if these firings are fair. The OSC believes that some of these terminations might be against the law. They've asked the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB)
