Why exercise is so important during menopause
According to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing’s National Nursing Workforce Study, about 91% of RNs are women, and their average age…
Women’s Health
The silent benefits of COVID-19 through the eyes of an OB nurse
COVID-19 has brought a halt to our normal routines. Vulnerable people are encouraged to stay home. Essential workers are required to report to work…
Scientists can silence inflammatory gene responsible for a form of breast cancer
Scientists have found that they are able to “switch off,” or silence, a gene that is responsible for an aggressive form of breast cancer.…
Wording of vaccination messaging influences behavior
Washington State University researchers conducted an experiment that studied how differences in messages influenced participants’ attitudes about the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. (more…)
My cancer journey
I’m a nurse. I’m not supposed to be a patient. I’m not supposed to get cancer. I have too much to do to add…
First genetic test for Fragile X Syndrome
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved marketing for the very first genetic test to help diagnose Fragile X Syndrome (FXS). (more…)
New study reveals insight into prevalence of mental health conditions in young mothers
A study recently published in the Journal of Adolescent Health examined the prevalence of mental illness in young mothers (younger than 21). The researchers…
Advanced care of patients with cognitive impairment
In 2016 at PeaceHealth Saint Joseph Medical Center (PeaceHealth), a 256-bed facility in Bellingham, WA, a pattern emerged during a routine caregiver assault incident…
A push to develop early sexual health education in California
In California, schools are required to teach sex education at least once in middle school (usually grade seven) and once in high school (usually…
New vaccine eliminated breast cancer in first human patient
A vaccine being developed in the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida is aimed at preventing new cases of ovarian and breast cancer and even…
New York City to launch program for postpartum depression
A new program for helping families affected by postpartum depression is set to hit New York City in 2024. The program is The New…
The World Health Organization aims to reduce mortality of cervical cancer
In a recent study, the World Health Organization (WHO) describes a study which aims to eliminate cervical cancer “as a public health problem.” (more…)
Why exercise is so important during menopause
According to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing’s National Nursing Workforce Study, about 91% of RNs are women, and their…
The silent benefits of COVID-19 through the eyes of an OB nurse
COVID-19 has brought a halt to our normal routines. Vulnerable people are encouraged to stay home. Essential workers are required to report…
Scientists can silence inflammatory gene responsible for a form of breast cancer
Scientists have found that they are able to “switch off,” or silence, a gene that is responsible for an aggressive form of…
Wording of vaccination messaging influences behavior
Washington State University researchers conducted an experiment that studied how differences in messages influenced participants’ attitudes about the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.…
My cancer journey
I’m a nurse. I’m not supposed to be a patient. I’m not supposed to get cancer. I have too much to do…
First genetic test for Fragile X Syndrome
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved marketing for the very first genetic test to help diagnose Fragile X Syndrome…
New study reveals insight into prevalence of mental health conditions in young mothers
A study recently published in the Journal of Adolescent Health examined the prevalence of mental illness in young mothers (younger than 21).…
Advanced care of patients with cognitive impairment
In 2016 at PeaceHealth Saint Joseph Medical Center (PeaceHealth), a 256-bed facility in Bellingham, WA, a pattern emerged during a routine caregiver…
A push to develop early sexual health education in California
In California, schools are required to teach sex education at least once in middle school (usually grade seven) and once in high…
New vaccine eliminated breast cancer in first human patient
A vaccine being developed in the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida is aimed at preventing new cases of ovarian and breast cancer…
New York City to launch program for postpartum depression
A new program for helping families affected by postpartum depression is set to hit New York City in 2024. The program is…
The World Health Organization aims to reduce mortality of cervical cancer
In a recent study, the World Health Organization (WHO) describes a study which aims to eliminate cervical cancer “as a public health…