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Hey, Nurses! |
Your old friend is back again… I’m excited to be here covering Ayla’s spot for a bit, but don’t worry—she’ll return before you know it! I hope you all have some Valentine’s Day fun planned, whether with a partner, friends, kids, or even a beloved pet! Give yourself some self-love today (and plenty of chocolate).
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Today's Top Beats |
⭐️ Health data comeback
🧠 Anti-Alzheimer’s Brain
🤒 Measles, anyone?
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HANDOFF |
Health Agency Data Restored |
A federal judge ordered health agencies to restore websites and datasets removed in January, following a lawsuit by Doctors for America and the nonprofit Public Citizen. The deleted pages contained crucial health information on topics like HIV, contraceptives, and disaster vulnerability. Judge John Bates ruled the removal harmed public health, especially for
underserved communities, and legal experts argued the takedown lacked notice and justification. While some content has reappeared, concerns remain over missing or altered data, prompting a rush to archive critical information.
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The Man Whose Brain Defies Alzheimer’s |
Doug Whitney, 75, carries a rare gene mutation linked to early-onset Alzheimer’s, yet he remains symptom-free—and scientists are trying to understand why. Researchers believe high levels of heat shock
proteins in Whitney’s brain, which protect brain cells from high temperatures and other stress, may be preventing the spread of toxic tau proteins. His decades working in hot Navy engine rooms might have contributed to this protection.
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How One Hospital Saved Thousands of Bed Days |
Scripps Health in San Diego has saved a whopping 14,731 bed days since January 2023. How? By leasing beds at skilled nursing facilities, improving patient discharge, and reducing hospital costs, while also benefiting struggling nursing facilities with payment and partnerships. This approach, started during COVID-19, guarantees space availability and improves patient flow. While it has helped most patients, placing behavioral health patients remains a challenge.
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TODAY'S TOP VITAL
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The number of measles cases in a single Texas county, which has one of the highest rates of vaccine exceptions in the state. Click here to find out which Texas county is struggling with a measles outbreak, which states have seen measles infections this year, and more.
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FINANCE FRIDAY WITH NETWORTH NURSE |
Nurses Guide to Financially Thrive in 2025 |
As nurses, we assess, diagnose, and prioritize patient care daily—so why not apply those same skills to our finances? Welcome to the Pathway to Prosperity, your guide to financial wellness in 2025. Over the next month, we’ll walk you through four key steps: Assess, Diagnose, Prioritize, and Prosper.
Let’s start with the Assessment section. Ask yourself: WHY do you want to get your money right? Is it crushing debt, saving for a dream trip, or planning for the future? What are your short-term and long-term goals? Take just 5 minutes today to download and complete the Assess section of our guide.
Defining your WHY is the foundation for everything: budgeting, saving, and building wealth. It’s your North Star, so don’t skip this step! Write down your WHY, sign your "Money Contract," and read it daily. This inspired step, borrowed from Think and Grow Rich, keeps you motivated and accountable.
Ready to prosper? Let’s go!
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10 Stress-Busters for Nursing Students |
Share the love this Valentine’s Day—pass on this de-stressing guide to the student nurses in your life!
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BREAK ROOM |
Valentine Gift Splurge |
Are you looking for something expensive and rare to give to your Valentine today? Check out this invaluable item that would leave your Valentine shocked.
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