Posts Tagged ‘nursing’
Even with advice, new moms don’t sleep
U. TORONTO (CAN) — Giving new parents sleep advice and support may not result in more shut-eye for first-time moms, according to a recent study. Continue…
Friday, March 22, 2013 11:01 - 0 Comments
Society & Culture - Jan 2, 2013 11:58 - 1 Comment
In jobs with fewer men, women earn more
U. WARWICK (UK) — Women get to the top of their profession easier and earn relatively more money when they choose careers not dominated by men. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Sep 26, 2012 12:03 - 1 Comment
Patients are safer when nurses ‘fess up’
PENN STATE (US) — When nurses feel safe admitting patient-related mistakes to their supervisors, they’re more likely to report errors—leading to a stronger commitment to safe practices and a lower error rate. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Jun 8, 2012 14:54 - 1 Comment
‘Teamwork’ model improves nursing home care
U. ROCHESTER (US) — Nursing homes that foster an environment in which workers feel they are valued contributors to a team of caregivers provide better care to their residents, new research shows. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Mar 16, 2012 11:02 - 3 Comments
Drug coordination keeps nursing homes safe
U. MISSOURI (US) — Better collaboration among nurses could make transitions to and from nursing homes safer for patients taking medication. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Mar 12, 2012 11:26 - 0 Comments
In tough economy, nurses report job satisfaction
NYU / U. BUFFALO (US) — Nurses licensed during the most recent economic recession report a higher commitment to their employers than those licensed during better economic times. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Feb 29, 2012 13:34 - 0 Comments
Nurses can ease fears after cancer diagnosis
MICHIGAN STATE (US) — Nurses can play a key role in alleviating the concerns of patients newly diagnosed with lung cancer, a new study finds. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Dec 7, 2011 12:15 - 3 Comments
Support helps sleep apnea sufferers get zzzs
PENN STATE (US) — People with obstructive sleep apnea are more likely to stick to prescribed treatment if they have the involved support of a parent or partner, a new study shows. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Sep 15, 2011 10:48 - 0 Comments
Nursing care for diabetics a click away
MCGILL (CAN) — Nursing through the use of smart phones and the Internet is an effective way to help patients with uncontrolled diabetes manage their care, according to a new study. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Jul 30, 2010 12:42 - 2 Comments
Not your mom’s menopause
U. TEXAS-AUSTIN (US)—White women are becoming more optimistic about menopause, with many seeing it as an opportunity to rethink their lives and redefine themselves, a new study shows. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Jul 2, 2010 9:39 - 4 Comments
Snip eases breastfeeding for some babies
U. FLORIDA (US)—Many doctors don’t perform a simple procedure that would make breastfeeding easier for some babies because they believe it’s not medically necessary. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Dec 15, 2009 17:03 - 47 Comments
Diagnosing diabetes in the dentist chair
NYU (US)—An overwhelming majority of people with periodontal disease are also at risk for diabetes and should be screened, a new study finds. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Oct 29, 2009 14:00 - 4 Comments
Choice empowers breast cancer patients
U. BUFFALO (US)—Women who are diagnosed with breast cancer consider being able to make their own decision about treatment an encouraging sign of future survival, a new study finds. (more…)
