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Alzheimer’s Disease: The Challenges Family Caregivers Face
Alzheimer's disease is the number one illness faced by caregivers of patients over 65 according to the 2020 Caregiving in the U.S. study by the National Alliance for Caregiving.
The Impact of COVID-19 on Alzheimers Treatment and Diagnosis
We often attribute forgetfulness to growing older, but could it be a sign of a more serious condition? Alzheimer’s and dementia deaths increased by 16% during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Let’s Talk Bone Health
Several risk factors for osteoporosis are not within our control, but we do have some control of our bone health using nutrition tailored to our needs. Read Katie Driessens tips on our blog.
From Nurse to Educator: Making the Transition from Bedside Nurse to Nurse Educator
As a nurse, you play many roles in healthcare, but one of the most lasting and impactful roles is that of a patient educator.
Healthy Living – Why is Proper Nutrition so Important?
As a Clinical Nurse Educator, Liza Maricle sees the negative impact of easy-to-obtain meals that are consumed out of convenience. Read Liza's tips for better nutrition.
For People with Rare Diseases, it is Often a Long and Winding Road
The patient journey is rarely linear for those with a rare disease. Jill Doran shares how patients and families who receive education and support can typically manage it bettter.
A True Warrior and a Force To be Reckoned With
VMS Clinical Nurse Educator Jessica Schulte shares a heart-warming story about her nephew Weston, born with a rare congenital heart defect. Jessica shares tips for caregivers who receive a devastating diagnosis.
Men and Women – Heart Attack Symptoms May Differ
The heart is an amazing machine. Each minute, this muscle pumps 1.5 gallons of blood through 60,000 miles of heart vessels!