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Ten Things I Know for Sure About Nursing Leadership

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN We are in turbulent times in healthcare. Planning in nursing leadership today can be challenging. As one of my nurse leader colleagues recently told me – I keep learning that so much of what we have done in the past won’t work in the future. The world […] The post Ten Things I Know for Sure About Nursing Leadership appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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RFK Jr. resurrects an old antivax half-truth about “saline placebos” in randomized controlled trials of vaccines

Science Based Medicine

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has resurrected the antivax claim that the childhood vaccine schedule has never been tested in randomized controlled trials (RCTs) with a saline placebo controls (and therefore the vaccine schedule is unsafe). This is an old and deceptive antivax half-truth that ignores both what constitutes a scientifically valid placebo and the ethical requirements for RCTs.

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Location, Location, Location – Understanding Health Consumers’ Evolving Definition of Convenience

Health Populi

The definition of “convenience” in the eyes of patients, consumers, and caregivers is multi-faceted, with the concept of “location” shifting both physically and digitally. We learn this in new research from JLL , the global real estate services company. “Why is a real estate services company doing research into consumers’ views on health care?

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The Opioid Epidemic and Foster Care: The Opioid Epidemic’s Forgotten Victims

Relias

The opioid epidemic has continued to make a devastating impact across the United States. In 2010, officials reported 21,088 opioid related deaths. By 2018, this number had risen to 46,802. The next four years saw an even larger increase, with 68,630 opioid related deaths reported in 2022. Despite public conversation and consistent news coverage of the individuals affected by the opioid epidemic, there remains a large segment of society that is often overlooked: children and youth in foster care.

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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Aneesah Coates

Minority Nurse

Aneesah Coates, BSN, RN, is an experienced psychiatric mental health nurse with nearly ten years of experience in acute care, long-term care, and home health care. She is the owner of aneesahcoates.com and is passionate about helping nurses, current and aspiring, learn more about the profession. Coates works at a mental health crisis center as a senior professional evaluation nurse, preceptor to new nurses, Nursing Journal Club facilitator, and nursing department trainer for new staff.

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Aspartame and Cancer

Science Based Medicine

Despite the leaked new classification as a "possible" carcinogen, the evidence still shows aspartame is safe. The post Aspartame and Cancer first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Why building your social media following is critical to your practice’s success

KevinMD.com

Scrolling through social media, you might come to believe that it’s only for models, foodies, and cute dogs. While these types of accounts are certainly popular, the truth of the matter is that social media is a powerful tool you can use to propel your practice forward. With it, you can create meaningful content that Read more… Why building your social media following is critical to your practice’s success originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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False Claims Act Update: A Mid-Year Review (2023)

Healthcare Law Insights blog

The Supreme Court issued a number of headline-grabbing decisions this term on topics like religious accommodation , LGBTQ protections , and consideration of race in college admissions. These decisions are wide-reaching and impact individuals, employers, and higher education institutions. Though not nearly as wide-reaching, the Supreme Court also issued two important decisions this year dealing with the False Claims Act (FCA) that could have dramatic impact nonetheless for those ensnared in an FC

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When Doctors Have Different Standards of Evidence for the Virus and the Vaccine

Science Based Medicine

817,000 thousand Americans had already died of COVID by December 23, 2021, and 244,000 more would die the next year. Millions more survived, but were injured. These numbers could have been lower if doctors not become defense attorneys for SARS‑CoV‑2 and prosecutors against the vaccine, and instead applied similar standards of evidence to both. The post When Doctors Have Different Standards of Evidence for the Virus and the Vaccine first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Lipid lowering - a Bempedoic Acid Subset Analysis – To be right, you have to also look at what is left.

Sensible Medicine

Dear Readers, This guest post from Professor McCormack is the type of content we strive for here at Sensible Medicine. Bempedoic Acid is a cholesterol-lowering drug. In the CLEAR Outcomes trial, it was found effective in modestly reducing cholesterol and cardiovascular outcomes in statin-intolerant patients. The authors have now published a subanalysis of the main CLEAR Outcomes study.

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Is CareerStep Legit?

CareerStep

Author:  Lauren Ambrosio Time to Read:  6 minutes Finding a good paying job these days isn’t just about A. a fulfilling career doing something you enjoy, it’s about B. money. One way you can find a passion that pays the bills is to do some online training in the field you’re interested in, and having some formal training or a certification can give you an edge when looking for a job.

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How Charge Reconciliation Boosts Healthcare Revenue

Relias

Many hospitals and health systems are facing revenue shortages that threaten their resources and financial stability. External market forces can contribute to shortages, but some shortages stem from internal disorganization and a lack of oversight. An efficient charge reconciliation process can boost revenue, and it is something you can control. Revenue can suffer without efficient coordination, especially in your accounting and clinical departments.

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Delabeling Penicillin Allergies: A Public Service Announcement from Science-Based Medicine

Science Based Medicine

Is your child allergic to penicillin? Are you sure about that? Penicillin allergy is much less common than widely believed and there is a big push to delabel pediatric and adult patients who actually can tolerate these antibiotics. The post Delabeling Penicillin Allergies: A Public Service Announcement from Science-Based Medicine first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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The Study of the Week Celebrates Independence Day

Sensible Medicine

I am at the lake, in Kentucky, with family, ages 2 to 86 years. We have no Wi-Fi. The cell signal is weak. It rained—a lot. That changes things. I picked up my Kindle (40% battery left) and opened to one of my favorite “books” — the entire collection of the works of Mark Twain. At the suggestion of Walter Kirn and Matt Taibbi, I read the Twain short story. “The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg” Walter Kirn called it more of a fable.

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Unveiling the Timeline for Becoming a Phlebotomist

WSMDA

Embarking on a career as a phlebotomist offers a fulfilling path where you can assist others while delving into a vital field of medicine. If you are interested in taking a phlebotomy course in New York, the Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants has compiled essential information to guide you through the process. Discover what to expect from phlebotomy training in NY below!

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Practice Management Software: Reporting & Analytics with E-Clinic

E-Clinic

Staying on top of your clinic’s performance is vital for success. To effectively manage your business, you need clear and accurate reporting that provides insights into various aspects of your clinic’s operations. With a comprehensive suite of reports and real-time data, e-clinic empowers clinic owners and managers to make informed decisions, enhance profitability, and foster business growth.

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The effects of vitamin D supplementation on major cardiac events

Science Based Medicine

A large randomized controlled trial of vitamin D supplementation generates good data to show there is likely no benefit. The post The effects of vitamin D supplementation on major cardiac events first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Aging, Senescence, and the Human Condition

Sensible Medicine

What I have enjoyed most about writing for Sensible Medicine has been the give and take with our readers. Whether it is in the comment section, emails, or essay responses, I have been thrilled by the thoughtful and often challenging responses. I am lucky enough to be at a point in my career when I could switch from journals to substack where this give and take is possible.

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Using Assessments for Hiring and Retention in IDD Organizations

Relias

Most sectors of the healthcare industry have been using assessments for years. In the intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) space, however, these tools are somewhat new. As a result, some IDD providers have had trouble picturing how to use assessments for hiring, training, and professional development. We put together this list of frequently asked questions to help illustrate the power of assessments.

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Master the Revenue Cycle Management Process for Your Healthcare Practice

DrChrono

Although the ultimate goal of any healthcare organization is to provide patient care, effective revenue cycle management (RCM) is the key to a practice’s financial health and helps providers keep their doors open. Revenue cycle management is the multistage process by which healthcare providers receive accurate reimbursement for the services they provide.

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The Power of Data

Train IT Medical

Not that I needed a reminder of the power of measurement and data but I just got one.

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Nurse Fired for Not Calling for Help After Having Sex with Dialysis Patient in Her Car

Scrubs

Penelope Williams is out of a job after enjoying a steamy night with one of her dialysis patients in his car. But their sexual rendezvous took a turn for the worst when the man started having chest pain. The nurse failed to call for help during the encounter and he later died of a heart attack in the backseat with his pants down. Upon investigating the matter, the U.K.

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Happy 75th Birthday, NHS – Through A U.S. Health Care Lens

Health Populi

The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) turns 75 today. The NHS was the brainchild of Minister of Health Aneurin Bevan; he wrote in a statement to doctors and nurses in The Lancet on July 3, 1948, “My job is to give you all the facilities, resources, apparatus and help I can, and then to leave you alone as professional men and women to use your skill and judgement without hindrance.” This week in The Lancet , the editors assert, “The founding principles of the NHS put int

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Addressing Minority Mental Health with Patient Education

Minority Nurse

The Office of Minority Health, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services , designates each July as Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. By calling attention to the specifics of mental health in minority communities , the awareness campaign helps spread information about the importance of good mental health practices, shares resources for finding help, and removes some of the stigma around seeking treatment for conditions including depression or anxiety.