Abstinence from cannabis improves memory in adolescents, young adults
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From the ethics inbox: Conflict in duty to provide care when disaster strikes
I am a registered nurse in Florida and have worked at a local hospital for over 10 years. Last fall, I was terminated because…
ANA News: ANA and the Academy denounce U.S. opposition to World Health Assembly Resolution on Breastfeeding
In July, the American Academy of Nursing (Academy) and the American Nurses Association (ANA) decried the attempt by the United States delegation to the…
Nurses activate and advocate on the Hill
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Increased obesity in children with autism, developmental delays
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Pre-eclampisa associated with increased of dementia later in life
Women with a history of pre-eclampsia have more than three times the risk of vascular dementia later in life, compared with women with no…
‘Old’ drug may improve tumor sensitivity to radiation therapy
A drug first identified 150 years ago and used as a smooth-muscle relaxant might make tumors more sensitive to radiation, according to a study…
New nurse managers step up to the leadership challenge
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Reader Feedback: October 2018
THIS IS WHERE we share some of the comments, insights, and thoughts we receive from readers. Contact us at myamericannurse.com/send-letter-editor. (more…)
Abstinence from cannabis improves memory in adolescents, young adults
One month of abstaining from cannabis use improves memory functions important for learning among adolescents and young adults who are regular cannabis…
FDA approves new test for menopause status
On Oct. 24, the FDA approved the PicoAMH Elisa diagnostic test, which helps determine a patient’s menopausal status. (more…)
Vitamin D levels linked to cardiorespiratory fitness
Are you getting enough vitamin D? Vitamin D levels in the blood are linked to cardiorespiratory fitness, according to a study in…
From the ethics inbox: Conflict in duty to provide care when disaster strikes
I am a registered nurse in Florida and have worked at a local hospital for over 10 years. Last fall, I was…
ANA News: ANA and the Academy denounce U.S. opposition to World Health Assembly Resolution on Breastfeeding
In July, the American Academy of Nursing (Academy) and the American Nurses Association (ANA) decried the attempt by the United States delegation…
Nurses activate and advocate on the Hill
The 2018 American Nurses Association (ANA) Hill Day started off strong on June 21 in Washington, DC, as ANA President Pamela F.…
Nurses take action and look to a bold future
Breaking news on opioid legislation and immigration issues added urgency and greater purpose to actions taken at the American Nurses Association’s (ANA)…
Increased obesity in children with autism, developmental delays
Children with developmental delays, including autism spectrum disorder, are up to 50% more likely to be overweight or obese compared with the…
Pre-eclampisa associated with increased of dementia later in life
Women with a history of pre-eclampsia have more than three times the risk of vascular dementia later in life, compared with women…
‘Old’ drug may improve tumor sensitivity to radiation therapy
A drug first identified 150 years ago and used as a smooth-muscle relaxant might make tumors more sensitive to radiation, according to…
New nurse managers step up to the leadership challenge
Generational differences, staffing issues, communication failures, budgeting ordeals—these are just some of the challenges that freshly promoted nurse managers may face in…
Reader Feedback: October 2018
THIS IS WHERE we share some of the comments, insights, and thoughts we receive from readers. Contact us at myamericannurse.com/send-letter-editor. (more…)
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