Schools Ban Fidget Toys as Classroom Distraction
Fidget spinners are toys designed to enhance concentration, but schools are starting to see them as a distraction.
Star of New Comic Book Has Down Syndrome
In a first, a new comic book debuting this summer will feature a superhero with an extra 21st chromosome.
How Pharmacists Can Lead an Opioid Exit Plan
Managing post-op pain is a team effort—and who better to lead the team than a medication expert?
FDA Clears New ALS Drug for US Market
The arrival of Radicava for ALS marks the first new drug in the market for this rare disease since 1995.
Existing Health IT Is Meant to Help. Too Bad It Doesn’t
The American Association of Family Physicians says that needs to change, and points to the kind of technology that actually enables better care.
Bill Pushes Minimum Wage Paid Labor for Allied Health Professionals in Training
The bill would cover an estimated 50,000 people training for jobs such as respiratory therapists, vocational nurses, dietitians, pharmacy technicians.
8 Things That Excellent Hospital Doctors Do
Growing competition for new customers is inspiring American hospitals to focus on providing a more positive patient experience — and hospitals expect their doctors to do their part.
Clinicians in the C-Suite
Leveraging physicians and nurses who care as much about the healthcare business as they do patients.
Kim’s Blog: Circling Around Difficulties in Obtaining Patient Care
Advocating for patients’ needs is crucial. Are you up to the task?
Outside the Clinic
There are many options for PAs beyond clinical work.