Should I Retire as a Nurse?

Taking vacations, spending time with your loved ones, and relaxing into a life without setting your alarm clock are a few perks of retiring. If you are a nurse and approaching the age of 65—or even younger—you have probably already started thinking about when it’s time to retire. Things like social security payments and eligibility […]

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Risk of AI in Healthcare Settings

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping healthcare and promising transformative changes, bringing about opportunities to enhance patient care and reduce clinical workload. Meanwhile, the implementation of AI technology comes with potential risks, which Dr. Carrie Nelson, the chief medical officer at Amwell, recently commented on in an interview with Health Care IT News. “There’s talk that ChatGPT […]

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Being Safe with Social Media

Because of websites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, nurses are more connected to the world than ever before. While it is wonderful to be so connected to other nurses around the world, and to keep up with current and former co-workers outside of the workplace, it is imperative that you follow some basic rules […]

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Covid-19 – Daily Challenges for Nurses

Daily challenges of registered nurses have changed in many ways since the coronavirus pandemic has swept across the world. Managing PPE Major changes in how to handle mask usage and the shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) has been an ongoing issue – which continues to change at a rapid pace. At first, everybody was […]

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The Best Over-the-Counter FLU Medicines

Look for a few simple, inexpensive ingredients Most cases of the flu do not require visits to the emergency room or even your local doctor. But there are a few OTC flu medicines that can help treat the most common symptoms: fever, headache, sore throat, pain and a cough. You don’t need to spend a […]

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Store Brand vs Name Brand Medicines

Many people wonder whether over-the-counter medicines made by store brands are as effective as their brand-name counterparts. The differences in the products include price, packaging, and inactive ingredients.  Active Ingredients: They are the same! Brand names and store brands contain the exact same active ingredient. They have the same dosage, strength, safety and performance. In […]

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