By Susan Taplinger Read Time: 3 mins. For people living with chronic respiratory conditions, oxygen therapy can be the difference between staying active and independent — or being restricted by illness. Whether it’s COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, or post-COVID complications, supplemental oxygen helps stabilize symptoms and lowers the risk of hospitalization. As the demand for respiratory […] ... Read More
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Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: Smarter Screening, Stronger Futures
By Susan Taplinger Read Time: 3 mins. Prostate cancer touches communities everywhere — whether through a diagnosis, a father, a brother, or a friend. The difference between catching it early or late can mean everything — from near-perfect survival rates to limited treatment options and lasting complications. Early detection doesn’t just save lives, it changes […] ... Read More
Every Second Counts: Turning the Tide on Overdose
By Susan Taplinger Read Time: 3 mins. When overdose strikes, every moment matters — and today, more communities are prepared to respond than ever before. International Overdose Awareness Day (August 31) ties these realities together: it is both a moment to remember those lost and a recognition of how expanded awareness, new tools, and greater […] ... Read More
School Strong: The Silent System Keeping Class in Session
By Susan Taplinger Read Time: 3 mins. As schools launch into a new academic year, there’s plenty of buzz about bus routes, class lists, and supply drives. But the real engine of readiness isn’t on the checklist — it’s in the nurse’s office. While the first bell is still weeks away, school health teams are […] ... Read More
Joint Effort: Overcoming Juvenile Arthritis Together
By Erin Hagan Read Time: 3 mins. Imagine a child struggling to keep up with friends on the playground, their movements slowed not by tiredness, but by invisible pain. This is the reality for nearly 300,000 children and teens in the U.S. living with juvenile arthritis (JA). Often dismissed as growing pains or sports injuries, […] ... Read More
UV Awareness: A Broader View of Protection
By Susan Taplinger Read Time: 3 mins. UV exposure has a way of slipping past our defenses. It doesn’t take a heatwave or bright sunshine — ultraviolet rays are still in play, even on cloudy days or through glass. Most people think of sunburn when they think of UV, but the damage runs deeper, quietly […] ... Read More
Dress for Success: Wound Dressings Demystified
By Susan Taplinger Wound dressings play a vital role in care — helping to protect delicate tissue, manage moisture, and maintain a supportive healing environment. With so many specialized options available, choosing the right one starts with understanding how each type contributes to the healing process. Welcome to our practical guide, where we explore some […] ... Read More
Standing Tall Against Falls
By Erin Hagan Read Time: 3 mins. It starts with a tiny misstep—a loose rug edge, a slippery tile. For someone with healthy bones, it might just be an awkward moment. But for someone whose bones are weak or fragile due to conditions like osteoporosis, that stumble could mean a broken hip and months of […] ... Read More
From Silence to Support: Reimagining Men’s Health
By Susan Taplinger Read Time: 3 mins. Men’s health is often defined by data — heart disease, cancer risk, shorter lifespans — but the real story is more complex. Too often, the conversation begins too late, after symptoms have worsened or warning signs were missed. Observed each June, Men’s Health Month highlights the barriers men […] ... Read More
More than Just a Ride: The Backbone of EMS Care
By Erin Hagan Read Time: 3 mins. Every emergency call starts long before the patient reaches the hospital — it begins in the ambulance, where EMS professionals deliver critical, life-saving care on the move. These trained responders bring the emergency room to the scene, acting fast and decisively when every second counts, equipped with the […] ... Read More
Asthma and Allergies: Rising Risks, Smarter Care
By Susan Taplinger Read Time: 3 mins. Asthma and allergies are more intertwined, and more complex than many realize. With rates climbing worldwide and new challenges emerging across age groups, these conditions are evolving fast, pushing healthcare teams to refine their approaches to diagnosis, management, and patient support. May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, […] ... Read More
Inside the Lab: The Professionals Behind Every Diagnosis
By Erin Hagan Read Time: 3 mins. When thinking about healthcare, most people picture doctors diagnosing illness or nurses delivering care. But behind nearly every medical decision lies the quiet, meticulous work of a laboratory professional. These often-unseen experts play a vital role in keeping patients healthy, healthcare providers informed, and public health systems running. […] ... Read More