Nurses Get Less Sleep before Shifts

Nurses get nearly 90 minutes less sleep before their shifts compared with days off. Researchers at New York University’s Rory Meyers College of Nursing examined results of separate surveys analyzing responses from nearly 1,600 nurses regarding personal sleep habits and quality of patient care. Findings showed that the nurses slept an average of six hours,…

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A Sleep Deprived Nation

More than one-third of working Americans don’t get enough sleep. The problem is greatest among the police, the military, healthcare workers and truckers, researchers report. Their analysis of data from more than 150,000 employed adults between 2010 and 2018 also found that the rate of inadequate sleep (7 hours or less) rose from about 31%…

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How Do Americans Rate Their Healthy Behaviors?

Seven out of 10 Americans rate their health-related behaviors and attitudes to be good or excellent, according to a survey released by the American Osteopathic Association. The survey was conducted by The Harris Poll questioned 2,032 U.S. adults. Participants were asked about their work, sleep, and exercise habits as well as their concerns regarding politics,…

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Nursing Shortage Risks Millions of Lives

The World Health Organization warns a severe global shortage of nurses is putting the lives of millions of people at risk and is particularly worrisome as the world battles the COVID-19 pandemic. To mark World Health Day, the first ever State of the World’s Nursing Report, produced jointly by WHO and the International Council of Nurses,…

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Live Longer; Be an Optimist

Repetitive negative thinking may be a new risk factor for dementia, says Dr. Natalie Marchant, a psychiatrist and senior research fellow in the department of mental health at University College London. Negative thinking, such as ruminating about the past and worrying about the future, were measured in over 350 people over the age of 55…

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90 Seconds of SelfCare: 4 Ways to Combat Depression

SelfCare expert, nurse and Hall of Fame Speaker LeAnn Thieman shares 4 ways to combat depression. To learn  more about caring for your mind, body and spirit contact SelfCare for HealthCare™. Contact me today to discuss implementing this powerful program at your facility.  Interested in LeAnn Thieman’s keynote speaking, training and workshops? Email lthieman@leannthieman.com.

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