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The more senses we stimulate, the more likely our patients are to remember our advice. That’s why reading material like checklists and handouts are so valuable. We’ve assembled the resources below to help you help others.
Patient Care Resources
New Clinicians Web Page Provides Resource for Health Care Professionals
OSHA has launched a new web page directed specifically to clinicians.
If your patient was abusing prescription or illicit drugs, would you know?
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), part of the National Institutes of Health, has developed NIDAMED, a portfolio of resources to help nurses and other clinicians better address drug abuse in their patients.
Strong Start: Resources for Expectant Mothers
HHS is promoting a campaign to reduce early elective deliveries
CE Courses on Community Health
Browse 20 courses on topics ranging from alzheimer's disease to ventricular arrhthmias. Member discounts are available on all continuing education modules.
Immunization Important Back-to-School Tip for Healthy Students
ANA has a few tips for parents to help optimize students’ health, safety, and capacity for learning.
High Number of Measles Cases in US Linked to Travel, Vaccine Refusal
CDC has issued a health advisory about US travellers contracting measles abroad.
Vaccines, Tobacco Control Among Top Public Health Achievements of Past Decade
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reports ten great public health achievements are demonstrating remarkable success in preventing disease and injury and promoting better lives.
Ten Great Public Health Achievements - United States, 2001--2010
CDC Report 5/20/11
Advisory on USPSTF Revised Guidelines on Breast Cancer Screening
Task Force Member Bernadette Melnyk, PhD, RN, CPP/PMHNP, FNAP, FAAN Clarifies USPSTF Revised Guidelines on Breast Cancer Screening
Help Veterans Link to Care
Become more aware of the government-sponsored health services that are available,
Fighting Childhood Obesity [PDF]
Professional nurses are instrumental in working collaboratively with families, communities, and other professionals to eliminate the health hazard of childhood obesity.
Nursing Education and Competence
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Safe Disposal of Medications and Sharps in the Home Setting
Learn about safe sharps and medication disposal in the home setting with this presentation from the FDA and ANA.
Healthy Bloodpressure Program
The Coalition to Prevent Deep-Vein Thrombosis
GeroNurseOnline.org
ANAImmunize.org
Bringing Immunity to Every Community
Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Support Breastfeeding
Fact Sheet and resources for mothers, employers
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