Experts say that doctors, despite the dangers, often keep patients on high-strength painkillers known as opioids for years without properly checking to see if their conditions improve.
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President Obama offers his warmest greetings to all who are celebrating Easter and Passover this weekend, and reflects on the common thread of humanity that binds us all together.
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There's nothing wrong with your child playing an online or console video game or two (or even three). But do you worry that this pastime may be turning into a problem? Our quiz will help you spot signs of potential trouble.
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Posted Sunday, April 8th 2012 at 6:23PM
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Description: Are you ready for a new leadership paradigm - a model that works better than because I said so? Are you willing to consider changes you can make right away that will have a positive impact on the level of respect you deliver and receive ...
Posted Sunday, April 8th 2012 at 5:09PM
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Disrespecting Ourselves
If women expect to be taken seriously, then why do we treat others and ourselves in such trite ways?
by Amy Simpson
“Hey, girlfriends!” the speaker called out, in a tone usually reserved for the hallways of suburban mi ...
Posted Sunday, April 8th 2012 at 12:21PM
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Social media use is ubiquitous, but inappropriate posts by nurses have resulted in licensure and legal repercussions... Watch this video
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Posted Sunday, April 8th 2012 at 10:21AM
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What exactly is nursing informatics and why is there such an urgent need for nurses who are skilled in this field? What are the career opportunities for nurses and how do I get into the field of nursing informatics?
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Posted Sunday, April 8th 2012 at 10:15AM
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Want to precept? Need to educate your preceptors? Preceptors have expertise in both clinical practice and positive personal attributes, however preceptors may or may not come with understanding about how to successfully teach nurses in their clinical ...
Posted Saturday, April 7th 2012 at 8:12AM
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Nursing leaders and researchers say there's no question it's tough to find and keep nurse managers. No one wants to be a nurse manager," said Tanya Osborne McKenzie, RN, MSN, MBA, director of the five-unit critical care service line at Salinas Valle ...
Posted Saturday, April 7th 2012 at 8:00AM
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Nursing is in the midst of a major transformation. Nursing students, faculty and practitioners are under pressure to master evidence-based practice, clinical decision support tools and the continually evolving electronic health record (EHR). Having ...
Posted Saturday, April 7th 2012 at 7:46AM
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Hey Mr. DJ - Zhane
Aint Nobody - Chaka Khan
I Love You More - Rene
All Night Long - Mary Jane Girls
Can't Get Enough Of Your Love - Barry White
Whip Appeal - Baby Face
Forever My Lady - Jodeci
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Posted Friday, April 6th 2012 at 11:15PM
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Al B. Sure!, James Ingram, El DeBarge & (the late) Barry White...
The 1991 Soul Train Music Awards aired live on March 12, 1991 (and was later syndicated in other areas), honoring the best in R&B, soul, rap, jazz, and gospel music from the previou ...
Posted Friday, April 6th 2012 at 11:09PM
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Former New York Giants running back and NBC Today and Sunday Night Football correspondent Tiki Barber has...
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Posted Friday, April 6th 2012 at 11:31AM
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Five former New Orleans police officers were sentenced Wednesday to prison terms ranging from six...
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Posted Friday, April 6th 2012 at 11:27AM
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Money is one of the biggest power struggles in a relationship,” asserts Bonnie Eaker Weil, author of Financial Infidelity. That’s why experts say it’s important for daters to pay attention to their financial compatibility. “Financial issues are the b ...
Posted Friday, April 6th 2012 at 11:24AM
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