Nurses play a huge role in how well our healthcare system handles big health crises. A recent study dug into this by looking at how skilled nurses are and the kind of work environment they have. It turns out, both of these things matter a lot when it comes to how well our healthcare system can adapt
Yorkville is getting a new kind of helper. Aftermath Services is opening a big new place in town. They are experts in cleaning up after really hard situations. Think crime scenes or accidents. Their new spot is at 1215 Deer St. It's a huge 5, 000-square-foot space. This means they can help more peop
Nurses play a big role in intensive care units (ICUs). They are the ones who spend the most time with patients. One important task they do is early mobilization (EM). This means moving patients as soon as possible after they are admitted. But what is it like for nurses to do this? And what do they n
Staten Island is in for a weather rollercoaster this week. The National Weather Service has issued a heads-up: dense fog and light rain are on the way Tuesday night. Temperatures will hover above freezing, staying in the upper 30s to lower 40s. This isn't just any fog—it's expected to get thick, red
State lawmakers are back at work, and colleges might be in for some big changes. Here are six key issues they will likely tackle this year. First up, diversity policies are under fire. More states might ban diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs at public universities. These bans could aff
Nurses are under a lot of pressure. They deal with staff shortages, odd working hours, and emotional stress. But most studies focus on the negative side. They talk about burnout and work stress. They don't look at the bigger picture. What about the good stuff? Nurses have their own ways to cope. Th
Nurses in China are often victims of violence at work. This is a big problem not just in China, but all over the world. To tackle this issue, it's important to understand why it happens. A recent study looked into this problem among nurses in Sichuan Province. The goal was to find out how often it h
Staten Island is in for a windy Tuesday, with gusts that could hit 50 mph. The wind advisory is in place until 6 p. m. , so it's a good idea to tie down anything that might blow away. The morning is expected to be the windiest, but the gusts will ease up as the day goes on. The National Weather Ser
Nurses play a big role in healthcare. They are often at the frontlines, caring for patients and advocating for their rights. But what happens when women's rights are under attack globally? How do nurses respond to these challenges? Nursing is a profession dominated by women. This makes it a powerfu
Staten Island is in for a chilly ride this week. The weather folks are warning about black ice on the roads early Wednesday. This is because the roads are still wet from Tuesday's rain, and the temperature is just above freezing. It's a slippery situation, so drivers need to be extra careful. The w
