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Good Morning, Readers! |
In case you missed it, here’s a quick recap of what’s been happening at The Nursing Beat this past week. From key industry insights to trending conversations in healthcare, we’ve got you covered.
✔️ My thoughts on violence against healthcare workers
✔️ Protecting your nursing innovations
✔️ Recap of our event in Raleigh, North Carolina
Stay informed, stay inspired, and—as always—thank you for being part of our community!
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Today's Top Beats |
🧠 Brain Flossing
😢 How Nurses Can Manage Grief
⚖️ David Dobrik’s Weight Loss
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Floss Your Brain |
You already know that flossing your teeth keeps them healthy and leaves them feeling smooth and refreshed. What if you could “floss” your brain for a similar effect? That’s how some are describing “bilateral stimulation.” Instead of moving floss back and forth, sounds bounce back and forth between your brain hemispheres to stimulate your brain, helping improve your concentration and reducing anxiety and stress. Wanna try it? Check out this YouTube channel and other playlists.
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How Kids Develop Political Identities |
Many people might expect most kids don’t start thinking much about politics until their teen or young adult years. But a Duke University team is discovering that developing a political identity starts much earlier. In our politically divided current environment, these researchers want to understand how kids come to believe what they believe, beyond family influences. As they follow 10- to 12-year-old kids every two years, it will be interesting to learn what they discover!
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How Nurses Can Manage Grief |
A few days ago, we talked about The Pitt, the gritty medical drama that health care professionals are calling the most realistic show they’ve seen about a hospital ER. In one episode, Dr. Robby (Noah Wylie) tells a medical student who witnessed their first death, “You learn to accept it. Find balance.” “You found balance?” the student asks. “No, not even close,” Dr. Robby replies. Have you found balance for grief? Check out these resources for nurses to manage grief.
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TODAY'S TOP VITAL
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The total number of students accepted to medical schools last year who are Indigenous/Native American. Check out how much enrollment has dropped and why so few of this population are entering medicine.
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It's Hard To Be A Clinician |
Healthcare is tough for patients, but clinicians are struggling too. Here’s why both sides are feeling the pressure.
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SUPPLY ROOM |
Stashed Away |
Be fashion-forward and always prepared at work with this belt bag.
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BREAK ROOM |
David Dobrik’s Weight Loss |
The internet has been buzzing about famous influencer, David Dobrik, and his significant weight loss last year. You would not believe what Doctor Mike had to say about it.
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