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Disadvantaged communities often struggle with limited access to healthcare providers and services, issues exacerbated by socioeconomic challenges and geographic isolation. Areas with these obstacles are

Prescription medications are designed to address various health concerns. For the most part, they are good at doing just that, but certain circumstances could lead

As healthcare professionals who provide primary care services to patients of all ages, family nurse practitioners can significantly improve health outcomes and life expectancy. This

Disease prevention is closely associated with health promotion. To prevent various ailments, healthcare workers must promote healthy activities among the public. But what do “disease

In healthcare, informatics is “the use of information technology to acquire, store, and use health and biomedicine information, all of which play an important role

Mental health nurse practitioners (NPs) can work in any number of settings, such as correctional facilities, behavioral health programs, residential substance abuse shelters, outpatient clinics,

Psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) are in high demand for several reasons, including an increased emphasis on mental health awareness, a growing population of older

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many aspects of healthcare and highlighted the mental health issues faced by many. While new legislation and policies are necessary

Psychiatric nurse practitioners impact all healing modalities for patients suffering from a broad spectrum of mental health ailments. They also support and help to strengthen

More than 30 million Americans will experience anxiety at some point in their lifetime. Most patients first express feelings of anxiety to their primary care providers. About 60% of

While telemedicine is not a new concept, it came to the forefront during the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s unlikely to return to pre-pandemic limited availability once

Mood disorders are pervasive. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, as many as one in five U.S. adults will experience a mood disorder

St. Thomas University’s Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner program prepares nurses to serve as primary care providers. The family nurse practitioner,

If you’re looking to expand your clinical capabilities and become an even greater health resource in your community, consider becoming a family nurse practitioner (FNP).

The world’s population is growing, and people are living longer. With advancements in treatment and technology, the aging population alone demands more healthcare practitioners to

Nurses are ubiquitous, present in every setting that administers healthcare. Experienced not only in taking charge as leaders but also in diagnosing and treating illnesses,

Healthcare is adding more new jobs than any other major industry. The demand for family nurse practitioners (FNPs), for example, is booming. This can make

Nurses who want to take their careers to a new level often consider becoming nurse practitioners (NP). It is easy to see why: NPs enjoy

Nurses who want to take their careers to the next level have many options. Becoming a family nurse practitioner (FNP) is a popular choice. FNPs