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Good Morning, Readers! |
We all know Thanksgiving is the perfect time to practice gratitude…but do you know how much gratitude actually helps you?
From reducing the risk of heart disease to improving mental health, gratitude can enhance our wellness in so many ways. Just something to keep in mind as you gather around the dinner table this week. 😊
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Today's Top Beats |
💔 UNICEF Nurse Captured
☎️ Telehealth Prescribing Extended
💍 Glucose Tracking Ring
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HANDOFF |
A Nurse’s Daring Escape |
When nurse Alice Loksha Ngaddah was kidnapped in 2018 by a group linked to the terrorist organization Boko Haram in Nigeria, the UNICEF nurse had no idea how long she would live. Two midwives captured with her were executed, so Loksha Ngaddah, who is Christian, faked a
conversion to Islam to survive another six years. Read the remarkable story of how she, her 3-year-old son born in captivity, and another abductee managed to sneak out and escape this year.
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Telehealth Prescribing Extended |
When concerns arose during the pandemic about people being able to fill prescriptions of controlled substances, the federal government allowed telehealth providers to prescribe them under certain conditions. Those allowances were set to expire, but the DEA and HHS just issued another extension for this practice, alleviating the CDC’s concerns that patients’ access to ADHD
stimulant medications and opioid addiction meds like buprenorphine could be disrupted, leading to risk of injury and overdose.
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Trump Health Picks Are In |
Incoming President Donald Trump has made most of his picks to lead various federal health agencies, including Johns Hopkins surgeon Marty Makary for the FDA, TV personality Dr. Oz for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Florida physician and vaccine critic Dave Weldon for the CDC, and Fox News contributor and physician Janette Nesheiwat for Surgeon General. See what some Pharma reps thinks of Makary and what some autism advocates think of RFK Jr.
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TOGETHER WITH BOMBAS
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Your One-Stop Shop for Holiday Gifting |
This holiday season, skip the stress and head straight to Bombas for all your gifting needs. From cozy essentials to thoughtful, feel-good presents, they have something for everyone on your list (yes, even the hard-to-shop-for ones). Here's why Bombas is your perfect one-stop shop:
👚 Luxuriously Soft Tees & Socks
Ultra-comfy, with arch support and seamless toes. These are the everyday upgrades you didn’t know you needed—perfect for long shifts or lounging at home.
💖 Do Good, Feel Good
For every item you buy, Bombas donates an essential clothing item to someone in need. Over 150 million products donated and counting. Your purchase does more than check a box—it makes a difference.
🔄 100% Happiness Guarantee
Shop stress-free with Bombas' guarantee. If you’re not 100% happy, they’ll make it right—no questions asked.
🎉 Holiday Deal: Get 20% off EVERYTHING (valid 11/23-11/28). From cozy sock-ing stuffers to gift boxes, Bombas has you covered.
This year, make Bombas your go-to—where comfort, style, and kindness meet.
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TODAY'S TOP VITAL
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25,174 |
The number of pertussis cases reported so far in 2024 during the biggest surge in a decade—and six times the total cases in 2023.
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TECH TUESDAY WITH NURSE MANNY
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Tracking Glucose from Sleep to Turkey Dinner |
Exciting news from smart ring company Oura, a company we previously partnered with in September! Oura announced a groundbreaking partnership with Dexcom, integrating glucose biosensors with their health-tracking smart ring. This collaboration will allow users to see how sleep, activity, and even your turkey dinner impacts your glucose levels.
With $75 million in new funding and 2.5 million rings already sold, Oura is expanding its capabilities and reach. For nurses, this tech isn’t just trendy—it’s practical. Imagine having a tool that tracks key metrics like heart rate variability, sleep quality, and body temperature, empowering you to stay on top of your health while also managing the demands of patient care.
To smarter wearables and guilt-free second helpings! Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃
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Nurse Manny is passionate about leveraging health tech for better patient care.
Want him to review your tech? Email him!
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Purpose People Giveaway |
The Nursing Beat has partnered with our friends at Purpose People to give away $25 gift cards to 5️⃣ lucky winners. Enter here and tell us who you're grateful for. For 10% off, use code NURSINGBEAT.
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SUPPLY ROOM |
Say My Name |
Because you can never have too much nurse swag, check out this embroidered sweatshirt!
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BREAK ROOM |
Nurse Fashion |
Jumpsuits are one of the latest fashion trends and FIGS has launched a new scrub jumpsuit line. Check out Nurse Blake’s honest review here. Would you wear a jumpsuit to work?
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DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS
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