12 Foot Care Tricks for Nurses with Tired Feet
93% of nurses suffer from swollen and painful feet after their shift. Here are some ways to lessen that pain.
Doctors Are Human Too
One doctor openly discusses the often-overlooked epidemic of suicide among physicians, and what can be done to stop it.
The Striking Gender Gap in Doctors’ Pay
Nationally, female physicians make an average of 26.5 percent, or $91,000, less than male physicians.
Nurse Licensing Laws Block Treatment for Opioid Addiction
Laws in more than half the states are likely to prevent NPs from using their licenses in rural areas that need it most.
Equipping PAs for Expanded Opportunities in Healthcare
Nearly three-quarters of PAs now say that their main area of practice is in a specialty other than primary care.
Learning to Talk Like a Woman (or Man)
Some transgender men and women are turning to Speech Language Pathologists for help with feminizing or masculinizing their voices.
The Role of Therapy in Alzheimer’s Treatment
Because there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, PT and OT are about making the patient’s remaining years as wonderful and enjoyable as possible.
How Hospitals Can Prepare for an Influenza Pandemic
Public health officials agree that the next major pandemic will be influenza. Are U.S. hospitals ready for it?
Too Many Healthcare Employees Would Share Sensitive Data
68% of employees at healthcare organizations would share sensitive, confidential, or regulated information under certain circumstances.
Sleep Tips for the Tired Nurse
It’s Sleep Awareness Week, and if you’re a nurse, you’re probably well aware of how tired you are. Here’s some tips on how to get a better night’s sleep.