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It’s springtime and that means it is time for spring fruits and vegetables! Spring foods include asparagus, avocados, broccoli, lettuce, pineapple, strawberries and much more.  Shopping for foods that are in-season means getting them fresh, in larger quantity and usually cheaper.  Not to mention, they are tastier and more nutritious in-season!  Shopping for foods in-season […]

April is recognized as Autism Awareness Month.  According to the National Autism Association, 1 in 68 children are affected by Autism today.  They also report that it is the fastest growing developmental disorder.  Today we are going to explore what Autism is, general facts about it, and ways you can promote awareness this month. What […]

Earlier this week we explored the role of a Health Unit Coordinator.  Here is a closer look at the job requirements and job outlook of a Health Unit Coordinator.  These are important to be aware of if you are considering this career or are interested in additional information.   Prerequisites For Becoming A Health Unit […]

Have you ever wanted a job where your position works to fuel harmony and teamwork?  Do you enjoy working with people and communicating to a large team?  If you said yes to these, then a Health Unit Coordinator might be a job for you to explore.  This week we will be taking a closer look […]

April is upon us, and that means spring-cleaning, or at least planning for it.  Spring-cleaning is an American tradition that transitions us from the winter season into the summer.  In previous eras when heating up one’s home through a fireplace was essential, spring-cleaning was used to remove all the barriers placed to keep the heat […]

What is an Adult Care Home? An adult care home, also known as an assisted living residence, is a facility where residents who cannot live alone or choose to no longer live by themselves reside.  An individual may need to reside at an adult care home due to safety issues or they might simply choose […]

Home safety is essential to keeping you and your family safe and for preparing you for possible home emergencies.  According to the National Safety Council, in 2016 there were 161,374 preventable injury-related deaths.  They also report that this number has increased 86% in the last 24 years.  In terms of home safety, prevention is something […]

Have you been looking for a way to improve your health and physical performance?  This may not be the answer you were expecting, but incorporating stretching can be a solution.  Stretching is defined as intentional movement to improve a muscle’s elasticity.  Stretching warms up your muscles and influences how they respond to your movement.  Stretching […]

There is a recent push in healthcare to transition from a patient mindset to a partner mindset.  A patient is someone who is receiving treatment and a partner is someone who takes part in his or her treatment.  This trend is patient-focused and encourages healthcare providers to impart better care. The benefit to this approach […]

CONGRATULATIONS, ASHLEY! ASHLEY IS OUR TUITION REIMBURSEMENT WINNER FOR MARCH! “I am a firm believer in letting things come to you, so when my friend told me about We Care Online, I knew that was the place I was intended to take the beginning classes of my nursing career! I never thought I would be […]

Boundaries are defined as a line that marks the limits of an area. Personally, this relates to how you allow others to behave toward you and how you respond. In terms of relationships, boundaries can be physical, emotional, material, mental, spiritual, and sexual. Boundaries can be a framework in your relationships and can guide how […]

Continuing our topic this week on patient safety, we are taking a look at cancer screenings.  As previously mentioned, one form of a medical error can be an incorrect diagnosis.  One way to improve safety in this area is by completing recommended physical examinations, per your healthcare provider.   What is a cancer screening?  A […]