By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Marie Bell Marie J. Bell, registered nurse, associate professor in nursing at University of Rochester, began her nursing career
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Nursing Shortage Still a Problem Despite Influx of New Nurses
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Nightingale College estimates the current nursing shortage at an 8% deficit for registered nurses and 20% for LPNs. The
13Thirty Cancer Connect: 25 Years Connecting with Young Cancer Patients
Fulfillment of a mother’s promise helps hundreds of adolescents and young adults impacted by cancer By John Addyman “It was just three nights
Can You Screen for Stroke?
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Promptly treating stroke can help patients have a better chance of recovery. But that often starts with an at-home
Move Over, Cigarettes: Vapes Now the Leading Nicotine Danger for Kids
For decades, cigarettes in American homes were the bane of child health experts. But as their use has plummeted, a new foe has emerged:
Allergy: How to Deal with It
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant With Rochester’s nickname of the “Flower City,” it’s little wonder it ranks high on a list of challenging places
Plan for Food Allergies and Sensitivity
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Generally, food allergies tend to cause immediate systemic responses such as hives, anaphylaxis and GI upset. Food sensitivities tend
Why Discipline Beats Motivation Every Time
By Shaina Zazzaro In today’s world, we are constantly sold the idea that motivation is the key to success—especially when it comes to
Elemental Management to Launch Program to Train CNAs in Spanish, Expand in NYS
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Elemental Management Group, LLC manages and operates eight long-term care facilities across the region, including Aaron Manor Rehabilitation ad
Students Spend a Third of Their School Day on Their Smartphones
Middle and high school students spend nearly a third of the school day on their smartphones, undermining their education, a new study says. The