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UPDATED: Announcement from Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC)
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) requires licensed professionals to complete continuing competence (CC) activities to…
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CE Myths You Might Believe
As a licensed professional, you know the drill. Every two (or one, or three years, depending on your…
Nursing
Find information to help you advance your nursing career and gain new skills.
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The Role of Nurses in Addressing Health Equity
Health equity means that people across all backgrounds, cultures, races, and socioeconomic situations receive access to healthcare and…
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Considerations for Effective and Responsible Opioid Prescribing for APRNs
Opioid prescribing plays a pivotal role in modern healthcare, yet it often comes with risks that require careful…
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By the Book: A Guide to Florida Nursing Laws and Rules
Nursing is a profession that balances science, compassion, and responsibility. In Florida, as in most states, this balance is…
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Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction is a problem for men in many stages of life. Unfortunately, many men struggle with this…
Physicians
Find information to help you advance your physician career and gain new skills.
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Compassionate Physician End-of-Life Care
Having open discussions about end-of-life care is crucial for patients facing life-threatening illnesses and their families. Research has…
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Autoimmune Diseases: Identifying Those at Risk
Autoimmune diseases are a significant health concern, impacting over 23.5 million Americans. These diseases are a leading cause…
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Understanding the FDA’s Medication Safety Initiatives
Understanding current medication safety initiatives allows clinicians to educate patients on the safety of newly approved drugs and…
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An Overview of Dietary Supplements for Physicians
The Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) of 1994 classified dietary supplements as food. As such, they…
Physical Therapy
Find information to help you advance your physical therapy career and gain new skills.
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Holistic Pain Management for the Physical Therapist
Pain management is an important aspect of physical therapy, influencing patient outcomes, mobility, and overall quality of life.…
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Innovative Rehabilitation Techniques
Rehabilitation continues to evolve with advancements in research, technology, and clinical practice. Physical therapists play a big role…
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PT Practice Management and Growth Strategies
Running a successful physical therapy (PT) practice requires more than just clinical expertise. Effective management, operational efficiency, and…
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Effective Physical Therapy Documentation and Compliance Tips
Accurate and thorough documentation is an important part of physical therapy (PT) practice. Physical therapy documentation allows for…
Massage Therapy
Find information to help you advance your massage therapy career and gain new skills.
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Myofascial Release Techniques in Massage Therapy
The fascia is a stretchy, web-like tissue that wraps around and connects muscles, organs, and other parts of…
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Cultural Sensitivity in Massage Therapy
Each culture has its norms, beliefs, and traditions. These often influence how individuals perceive touch and may impact…
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Techniques for Managing Fibromyalgia Pain with Massage
Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes body aches, pains, and excess fatigue, and can affect daily function. While…
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Using Sports Massage for Injury Prevention
Though sports massage for injury prevention is designed for athletes, it can also help non-athletes. It can reduce…
Cosmetology
Find information to help you advance your cosmetology career and gain new skills.
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How Cosmetologists Shape Consumer Beauty Standards
Step into any salon, spa, or beauty studio, and you’ll find something far more powerful than makeup brushes…
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Mastering Gel Manicures
Gel manicures have quickly become the gold standard in nail care. They offer a sophisticated and long-lasting alternative…
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Understanding the Influence of Social Media on Beauty Standards
Beauty standards have existed for centuries, evolving across cultures and historical periods. From the Renaissance ideal of curvaceous…
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The Rise of Organic Skincare: What’s Driving the Trend?
The allure of radiant, healthy skin has long driven humanity’s search for effective beauty solutions. From Cleopatra’s famed…
Dental
Find information to help you advance your dental career and gain new skills.
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Managing Dental Anxiety in Children
Dental visits can be daunting for children, especially for those experiencing anxiety. For dental professionals, understanding and managing…
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Improving Patient Communication in Dental Practices
Effective communication is essential in dental care, influencing patient satisfaction, treatment adherence, and overall health outcomes. Many patients…
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Innovative Approaches to Preventing Substance Abuse in Dental Settings
Substance abuse remains a critical public health issue, and dental professionals are uniquely positioned to help prevent it.…
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Digital Solutions for Improving Patient Compliance in Dentistry
Patient compliance in dentistry has long been a cornerstone of successful treatment outcomes, yet it remains a persistent…
Occupational Therapy
Find information to help you advance your occupational therapy career and gain new skills.
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Therapeutic Interventions for Cognitive Decline
Cognitive decline has an adverse effect on occupational performance. It hinders a person’s ability to engage in activities…
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Everyday Extraordinary: Celebrating Occupational Therapy Month
It’s always the little things. Cooking a meal with a loved one. Holding a child. Going for a…
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Innovative Techniques for Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Play is an essential occupation of children, and engagement in play activities is how children learn. Pediatric occupational…
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Human Trafficking: A Global Crime With Local Consequences
Healthcare professionals are often uniquely positioned to spot the signs of human trafficking. In crisis situations, they can…
Social Work
Find information to help you advance your social work career and gain new skills.
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Human Trafficking: A Global Crime With Local Consequences
Healthcare professionals are often uniquely positioned to spot the signs of human trafficking. In crisis situations, they can…
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Caring Through Crises: Disaster Mental Health
The images of disaster are never far from our collective consciousness. The flooded neighborhoods of New Orleans after…
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Nursing Interventions for Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is an under-diagnosed and often misdiagnosed mental health condition due to the similarity of…
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A Mother’s Mental Health and Childhood Development
The reality of postpartum depression Between 6.5% and 20% of new mothers develop postpartum depression (PPD), though many…
Psychology
Find information to help you advance your psychology career and gain new skills.
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When Life Hurts: Non-Suicidal Self-Injury
Self-injury, also known as self-harm or non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI), is the act of deliberately inflicting harm on one’s…
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Combating Digital Distractions
Wired for distraction Like a browser window with dozens of open tabs, the human brain is built for…
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Nursing Interventions for Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is an under-diagnosed and often misdiagnosed mental health condition due to the similarity of…
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A Mother’s Mental Health and Childhood Development
The reality of postpartum depression Between 6.5% and 20% of new mothers develop postpartum depression (PPD), though many…
Veterinarian
Find information to help you advance your veterinarian career and gain new skills.
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Canine Influenza
Recently, outbreaks of canine influenza across the United States and other parts of the world have become a…
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Pharmacological Concerns in Exotic Animal Care
Exotic animal care requires a high level of expertise. The physiological diversity of reptiles, birds, amphibians, and small…
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Emerging Trends in Veterinary Pharmacology
Veterinary medicine has undergone a period of remarkable advancement in the last decade, with new pharmaceuticals transforming treatment…
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Telehealth in Veterinary Medicine: Innovations and Challenges
Telehealth in veterinary medicine (sometimes referred to as telemedicine, e-health, or m-health) encompasses the utilization of communication technologies…
Funeral
Find information to help you advance your funeral career and gain new skills.
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Managing Disputes Among Family Members During Funeral Planning
While funeral professionals always hope families will support each other after a loved one has died, it is not…
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A Guide to COVID-19 for Funeral Professionals and Embalmers
Funeral professionals and others involved in deathcare often interact with deceased individuals who may carry various diseases. As part…
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Ethics in Funeral Services: Navigating Difficult Conversations
Interactions are integral to the death care industry, often occurring when individuals are at their most vulnerable. During…
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Building Trust with Culturally Diverse Families
As the world evolves, family dynamics also change, leading to a blending of traditions and beliefs. This merging…
Printables
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North Carolina Nursing CE Checklist
If you’re looking to renew your North Carolina nursing license, here’s a quick summary of what you need.…
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Celebrating Heart Month: Valentines for Nurses
Download these valentines for nurses and share the love with your healthcare colleagues this Valentine’s Day. Healthcare is…
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You Make a Difference: Valentine’s Affirmations for Nurses
Download and print these special affirmations for nurses and remind yourself just how much you are loved this…
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Nursing Word Search
Cognitive fitness is as much a part of a healthy lifestyle as physical fitness. No matter how old…
