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Screen Time and Eye Health: How Best to Protect Your Vision

Posted by Mary Thompson

In the United States, the average adult spends over seven hours looking at a screen, and children average four to six hours daily, not counting schoolwork. The screen time surge has transformed how we live, work, and play, but it is also taking a serious toll on our eyes. As digital devices become increasingly essential, concerns about eye health are growing louder. Prolonged exposure to screens can lead to a variety of vision issues, and without proper precautions, these effects can accumulate over time, potentially causing lasting damage. In this blog, we’ll explore how screen time impacts eye health and digital eye strain symptoms, and offer practical, science-backed tips to protect your vision in our increasingly digital world. How Screen Time Affects Eye Health Digital Eye Strain–also called Computer Vision Syndrome–is a group of eye and vision-related problems resulting from prolonged use of computers, tablets, e-readers, and smartphones. Symptoms...

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Nurse Entrepreneurs: Combining Business with Patient Care

Posted by Nicole Ricketts-Murray, RN

Nurses are steadily incorporating an entrepreneurial spirit into their profession, integrating clinical knowledge with management abilities to bring novel changes in the patient care area. They produce solutions like health coaching, consulting, and private practices to bridge the gaps in the healthcare sector. Nurses are naturally talented in patient-centered care, adaptability, and problem-solving because of these strengths. This blog discusses how nurses can apply these skills to establish successful businesses that will address patient care issues and help advance their nursing practice. So, are you prepared to begin your journey as a nurse entrepreneur? Let’s get started. Nurses as Entrepreneurs Nurses possess many useful qualities in business and entrepreneurship, including compassion, communication, and critical thinking. They exhibit patient-focused behavior that assists in the formation of relationships with the client or customer. Nurses also have excellent com...

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Genetic Testing Essentials: Precision Medicine for Nurses

Posted by Nicole Ricketts-Murray, RN

Genetic testing analyzes deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and looks for alterations or mutations associated with a particular disease or trait. Precision medicine customizes healthcare to individuals’ genetic disposition, environment, and behavior. These new developments are changing healthcare by helping in the early identification of genetic diseases and, thus, better treatment plans. For nurses, this development offers a chance to make a significant difference in the patient’s outcomes. Therefore, nurses must interpret genetic testing results, educate patients, and work with other disciplines to include genetic information in the care plan. This is especially so as the world embraces genomics, so nurses must be ready to close the gap between technology and patient care. Genomics: The Process of Genetic Testing and Its Implications Genomics is the systematic study of a given organism's entire genome (all genes) and how these genes aff...

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The Impact of Exercise on Cognitive Function: What Science Says

Posted by Mary Thompson

Did you know that just 30 minutes of physical activity daily can significantly enhance cognitive function and lower the risk of dementia? Science continues to reveal the remarkable link between exercise and brain health, making physical activity one of the most effective ways to boost mental acuity at any age. With the rise of cognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s and dementia, interest in how lifestyle choices affect brain health has grown significantly. Studies suggest that exercise is key in enhancing cognitive function by influencing brain structure, chemistry, and overall performance. Regular physical activity encourages new brain cell growth, improves blood circulation to the brain, and supports neurotransmitter balance, all of which contribute to better mental function. The blog post will discuss how movement impacts brain function from a biological perspective. It will also cover the mental benefits of exercise for different age groups, as well as the types of phy...

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Patient Advocacy in Nursing: Promoting Care in Diverse Populations

Posted by Nicole Ricketts-Murray, RN

Patient advocacy is an essential part of nursing practice. It involves assisting and supporting patients to ensure their concerns are heard, and their requirements are met. Nurses are there in this unique and supportive position. They guide patients through the complex world of healthcare and make patient health their primary concern. Advocacy becomes especially crucial to ensure equal access to quality healthcare. It is not always easy for everyone to get appropriate care and service. Cultural and racial biases and discrimination are key issues in healthcare. This blog will explain how to ensure equity and stand up for individuals requiring additional support. Nursing: Patient Advocacy It is a huge responsibility for nurses to champion the patients. This implies that they ensure that the patients receive the right treatments and encourage them to make the right decisions regarding their health. They protect patients’ rights and assist in their communication ...

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