Facts About Child Abuse

On August 19, 2010

A nurse that serves child care facilities or assists in the implementation of protective policies requires a specific base of health and safety knowledge. Over 80,000 children a year fall prey to child abuse, and learning the causes and how to differentiate between neglect and abuse can provide valuable supplemental knowledge to formal education and on-the-job training. The crisis [...]

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Facts About Contraceptives

On July 30, 2010

From as early as recorded history, humans have been inventing methods of preventing conception. Ancient Egyptians and Romans devised various homeopathic solutions thought to aid in this societal and medical issue. As human innovation progressed, so did the technology, methods, [...]

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15 Things You Didn’t Know about the Brain

On June 30, 2010

The brain orchestrates and is responsible for an incredible about of work in the human body. This mass of grey matter is the most complex organ in the body, and while there is much to be discovered, we have detailed [...]

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Who’s Addicted to the Internet?

On June 1, 2010

Internet Addiction is quickly becoming a problematic disorder in today’s technology dependent society. Between 2004 and 2009, the amount of time that Americans spent online increased 117%. And with the integration of social media into everyday life, the numbers will [...]

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15 Things About the Human Body

On May 4, 2010

The human body is a cacophony of individual processes that manages to work harmoniously to create a functional being. Mankind has always looked introspectively in awe of the physical being, and to understand it has spawned many different sub-fields of [...]

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Alternative Online Nursing Programs

On December 4, 2009

The health industry has witnessed a transformation from traditional medicine to the more “new age” health reform that has slowly crept into the mainstream culture.  As health care continues to skyrocket, different forms of medicine have become more integrated in the United States health industry, opening up new forums for students to consider.  Alternative [...]

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How do Online Nursing Programs Work?

On November 20, 2009

There have always been critics and skeptics of online education who have maintained that students cannot learn out of a classroom setting, but none more so than the critics of health care programs.  These programs appear to be created in such a way that they cannot be taught anyplace but a classroom or clinic.  However, online nursing programs have [...]

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Useful Continuing Ed Links for Nurses

On November 15, 2009

A career in nursing is busy enough without having to worry about where you will find continuing education resources. Check out these useful links to help you find exactly the courses you want or need. Browse through the lists of sites offering multiple courses on a variety of topics, links to courses based on specific topics, or links by [...]

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50 Incredible Open Lectures on Global Health

On November 10, 2009

Many believe that technology has made the world feel smaller, with a greater sense of community. While this is likely true, there are areas in which the global community is struggling to find solutions for problems. Health care in countries around the world is one such issue. Poverty, lack of education, environmental issues, natural disasters, and terrorism are just [...]

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Unbelievable Robots Transforming Medicine

On November 8, 2009

Forty years ago, the first message was sent via ARPANET, the network that would soon become known as the Internet. The message that should have read "login" was transmitted just as "lo." Look at how far we've come; technology today has not only advanced to allow instantaneous communication, relational networking, and educational resources at our fingertips, but it also [...]

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100 Amazing Things You Never Knew About Your Body

On November 3, 2009

You think you're learning everything you can in your biology and anthropology classes, but textbook editors simply don't have all the space they need to give you the full story of your body. Some of the facts below are trivial, some are ancient history, and some of them may very well save your life one day. So read up, [...]

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101 Nutrition Tips for a Longer, Better Life

On November 2, 2009

Scientific and technological advances have made it so that people are living longer than ever. Unfortunately, advancements have also made it much easier to eat unhealthy foods that can have a pretty negative impact on your overall health and well being. Here are some tips to help you embrace good nutrition and eating habits so you can live longer [...]

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100 Awesome iPhone Apps for Med Students and Doctors

On October 28, 2009

Being in med school or being a doctor often means being constantly on-the-go. Luckily, new technology makes it easier than ever to keep up with your studies, track patients and manage everything about your medical career. Here are some great apps for the iPhone you can try out to make your life at work, school or everyday a little [...]

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96 Best Blogs for Healthy Parents

On October 15, 2009

Most parents strive to provide a healthy and happy environment in which to rear their children, but as the old saying goes, babies don't come with instruction manuals. Luckily for parents, there are plenty of blogs with advice, tips, and support from both medical professionals and experienced parents to help parents make the right choices for their families. These [...]

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Dr. Mom: 80 Tools to Help you Take Better Care of Your Family

On September 30, 2009

As the old saying goes, "mothers know best" and when it comes to taking care of your family that is more often than not the case. Of course, even the best of moms can use a little help and advice from the professionals when it comes to ensuring their family is healthy, happy and prepared in the case of [...]

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Healthy Hacks to Help You Through Cold & Flu Season

On September 21, 2009

Besides back-to-school and the holidays, the fall and winter are known for ushering in peak cold and flu season. If you want to stay healthy enough to get on with your work, school and playtime, you'll need to prepare yourself way ahead of time. Here are 100 healthy hacks to help you through cold and flu season and avoid [...]

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Web Tools to Help You Live to 100

On August 18, 2009

Living to 100 is well within reach these days. With the amount of medical information available on the Internet, patients can self-manage their health while seeking personalized advice and tips from doctors and medical professionals from the comfort of their home, office or school. Using these 100 health-related tools, along with regular visits to your physician, can improve your [...]

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