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Shared Governance in Nursing: Revolutionizing Healthcare Delivery
Miami Valley Hospital saw a remarkable 40% increase in nurse engagement scores. Their average engagement scores jumped from 2.75 to 4.36 on a 5.00 scale after they put a new governance structure in place.
Shared governance in healthcare lets nurs…
HIPAA Security Rule Changes 2025: What Your Healthcare Practice Must Know Now
Healthcare data breaches have exploded over the last five years. The number of affected people rose by a staggering 1002% between 2018 and 2023. More than 167 million people faced the consequences in 2023 alone. This crisis has pushed the HIPAA Se…
Why Nursing Policy Issues Matter More Than Ever in 2025
The United States has over three million registered nurses, and their role in healthcare policy has never been more significant. Healthcare delivery nationwide would revolutionize if just 10% of these nurses participated in policy making.
The A…
GLP-1 Thyroid Cancer Risk: What New Research Reveals for Physicians
New research shows that GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) are linked to a increased risk of thyroid carcinomas. The hazard ratio stands at 1.58 (95% CI: 1.27-1.95) after 1-3 years of use. On top of that, these medications raise the risk of medull…
Medical 3D Printing Explained: From CT Scan to Custom Implants
Medical 3D printing has changed from a niche technology into a healthcare revolution. The global market is expected to reach $6.08 billion by 2027. Only three hospitals had in-house 3D printing facilities in 2010. This number jumped to 113 facilit…
Navigating the New Era of Patient-Centered Care in 2025
The year 2025 will mark a transformative period in healthcare as patient-centered care becomes increasingly prominent. This paradigm shift emphasizes treating patients as individuals with unique needs and preferences, fundamentally reshaping the p…
How Streamlining Hospital Processes Can Lead to Improved Patient Outcomes
We’ve all worked our way through the slow-moving bowels of the American healthcare system at one point or another. Maybe you had to fight your way to an appointment with a specialist who is apparently booked out six months in advance. Maybe you ne…
The Most In-Demand Specialties for NPs and PAs in 2024
As we near the end of 2024, the roles of Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) have become increasingly vital in the healthcare system. With a growing emphasis on accessible, high-quality patient care, these professionals are st…
How to Thrive in a Physician Shortage: Opportunities and Challenges
As we enter 2025, the healthcare industry is grappling with a significant challenge: a growing physician shortage. This shortage, driven by an aging population, increasing demand for healthcare services, and a wave of retirements among current phy…
How AI and Technology Are Transforming Nursing Practice
In 2024, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and advanced technologies into healthcare is not just a futuristic concept—it’s our present reality. Nurses, as frontline caregivers, are at the forefront of this technological revolution. L…