Posted on October 22nd, 2020 by Hannah Karlson
Medical assistants undergo countless hours of training, with clear task and duty expectations laid out along the way—but those expectations become fuzzy when catastrophe strikes. As of October 8, 2020, 72 massive wildfires burned over 4.3 million acres of the western portion of the United States. Ten hurricanes struck the U.S. from January through October, […]
Posted on October 21st, 2020 by Hannah Karlson
The COVID-19 pandemic drastically changed how the world operates on more levels than one. Stores operate with an extreme sense of caution, gathering places are now under strict guidelines, and healthcare workers rely on their patients to help stop the spread, versus the other way around. Those in the medical field are encouraging everyone to […]
Posted on October 13th, 2020 by Hannah Karlson
It’s that time of year again. The leaves are turning, the temperatures are dropping, and the candy is stocked on every aisle… Halloween is here! Every year, Americans rush to the store and stock up on approximately 600 million pounds of candy, and parents find themselves in a dilemma: Should they let their kids go […]
Posted on September 24th, 2020 by Hannah Karlson
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which serves to increase awareness, raise funds for research, and remind us to take stock of our individual health. Currently, breast cancer develops in women in the United States at a rate of 1 in 8 (around 12%), with a lower risk for men at 1 in 883. While […]
Posted on September 15th, 2020 by Vincent Decastro
Any mom or dad can tell you that parenthood is rewarding, but it’s difficult. And if you add attending school on top of that, life can quickly become overwhelming. While it’s certainly far from easy, it is possible to do both—with the right tips, tricks, and habits to help you make the most of your […]
Posted on August 28th, 2020 by Vincent Decastro
Health literacy is not something most people take time to brush up on during their busy schedules. However, now may be the perfect time to do so. For those unfamiliar, health literacy is the level to which a person can obtain, process, and understand essential health services and information needed to make necessary health decisions. […]
Posted on July 20th, 2020 by Vincent Decastro
As the world begins to resume its normal activities, many colleges, schools, and training facilities are getting ready to welcome their students back into classrooms. While it’s definitely exciting, many students and faculty are worried about protecting themselves from COVID-19. Luckily, there are a variety of measures students can take to keep themselves and the […]
Posted on May 20th, 2020 by Vincent Decastro
Because of the current COVID_19 pandemic, many schools, universities, and training programs are switching over to virtual learning options as an alternative to the traditional classroom setting. While this choice keeps both students and staff safer, it can be a difficult adjustment for a student who is accustomed to in-person learning. Luckily, there are a […]
Posted on February 24th, 2020 by Vincent Decastro
How Bedside Manner Can Affect Patient Satisfaction
Posted on December 17th, 2019 by Vincent Decastro