Act to Protect Medical Volunteers Introduced to the House
In 2017, the US had 16 natural disasters. Drought, wildfires, flooding, freezing, severe weather, tornadoes, and three hurricanes. Hurricane Harvey affected 13 million people from Texas to Kentucky. 300 volunteer organizations stepped up to help. Hurricane...
Dementia in the Emergency Department: Recognizing Delirium, Anticholinergic Burden, and the “Acting Different” Presentation
For emergency physicians, the month is also a useful prompt to reexamine how dementia presents in the emergency department Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, observed each June, is a moment to recognize the more than 6.7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s...
Heat-Related Illness in the Emergency Department: Recognition, Cooling, and the High-Risk Patient
Each July, emergency departments across the country see a predictable rise in patients presenting with heat-related illness. Construction workers, outdoor athletes, older adults living without adequate cooling, and children exposed in or near vehicles can all arrive...
EMS Week in Practice: Strengthening the Prehospital-to-ED Continuum for Better Patient Outcomes
EMS Week is also a timely opportunity to reflect on how well the prehospital and hospital phases of care are working together. National EMS Week, observed each year in mid-May, recognizes the emergency medical services professionals who deliver the first layer of...
Sleep Awareness Week: Why Sleep Health Should Be Part of Every Wellness Visit
By reframing sleep as a vital sign of preventive care, clinicians can identify modifiable risks early and improve long-term outcomes. Sleep Awareness Week serves as a national reminder that healthy sleep is not a luxury, but a foundational component of overall...
Autism Acceptance Month: Autism in Clinical Practice—Communication Strategies and Considerations for Better Care
Autism Acceptance Month serves as an opportunity to move beyond awareness and focus on meaningful inclusion. Autism Acceptance Month serves as an opportunity to move beyond awareness and focus on meaningful inclusion, understanding, and improved care for individuals...
Heart Health Month in Practice: What Clinicians Should Watch for in February
Cold weather places added strain on the cardiovascular system, while winter routines tend to disrupt physical activity, diet, and medication adherence. February is nationally recognized as American Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness around...
National Blood Donor Month: How Clinicians Can Encourage Lifesaving Donations
January marks National Blood Donor Month, a time dedicated to recognizing the generosity of donors and raising awareness about the critical need for a consistent blood supply While the season is often filled with renewed motivation and good intentions, it also...
Holiday Health Hazards: Common ER Visits and How to Prevent Them
The holiday season is a time of celebration, gathering, and gratitude, but it also brings a notable rise in preventable injuries and illnesses. Between decorating, cooking, traveling, and social events, emergency departments often experience an uptick in visits...
What Is a DNP? Everything You Need to Know About the Doctor of Nursing Practice
The DNP role is not just about caring for individual patients; it’s about improving how care is delivered, from primary clinics to hospital systems. Nursing has always been at the heart of patient care. Picture a hospital without nurses: no one checks on your pain,...