Breast Pain: When Should I Worry?

Breast pain (mastalgia) is very common and can manifest as tenderness, throbbing, sharp, stabbing, burning pain, or tightness in the breast tissue. Breast pain can be cyclic or noncyclic. Cyclic breast pain occurs regularly, often related to the menstrual cycle and changing hormone levels. Noncyclic breast pain, on the other hand, is unrelated to the menstrual cycle, is usually constant, and typically affects one breast … Continue reading Breast Pain: When Should I Worry?

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Melanie Hail, M.Ed., RT(R)(M) Announced as Vice President of Business Development

June 3, 2024 Houston, TX – Advanced Health Education Center, Ltd., one of the nation’s premier providers of professional continued education and skills training for healthcare providers and parent company to the renowned healthcare staffing firm MEDRelief Staffing, today announced the additional of Melanie Hail, M.Ed., RT(R)(M) as the Vice President of Business Development. Mrs. Hail is a longtime educator in the Houston area with … Continue reading Melanie Hail, M.Ed., RT(R)(M) Announced as Vice President of Business Development

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Old School vs. New Tech: Reflections on Radiology’s Rapid Transformation

We’ve all heard the “old tech” stories, you know the ones- they start out with, “When I was a new grad, we hand dipped our films and pushed the portables uphill both ways.” As a younger radiographer I’d roll my eyes as I was putting my cassettes in the pass box to the darkroom, and I would think, I hope I don’t become one of … Continue reading Old School vs. New Tech: Reflections on Radiology’s Rapid Transformation

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Why is Continuing Education Important in Nursing?

The journey of education in nursing goes way beyond passing your final exams or getting through those intense clinical rotations. Even after swapping your textbooks for scrubs, the learning never really stops. As a registered nurse, you’re constantly on a path of growth and learning. Lifelong learning is at the heart of nursing, with Continuing Education (CE) playing a pivotal role in keeping your skills, … Continue reading Why is Continuing Education Important in Nursing?

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Building Strong Foundations: The Importance of Bone Density Screening

Maintaining bone health is crucial throughout life, from childhood through old age, to support overall health, mobility, and well-being. Regular exercise, a balanced diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol can all contribute to strong, healthy bones. The Role of Bone Density Testing Bones provide the framework for the body, supporting muscles and protecting vital organs such as the … Continue reading Building Strong Foundations: The Importance of Bone Density Screening

Greg Yardley, MSRS, RT(R), CBDTMay 17, 2024May 24, 2024Leave a comment

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Navigating Healthcare’s Newest Legal Landscapes

As healthcare professionals, we are typically focused on the job at hand, taking care of patients. We are not often looking at what is going on in the legislature or government unless it involves our licensure. Today I had three separate emails or articles about things that have happened recently regarding laws and medicine. It made me think, what else is out there? Legislative Updates … Continue reading Navigating Healthcare’s Newest Legal Landscapes

Jence Garza, MHA, RT(R)May 3, 2024May 1, 2024Leave a comment

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Beyond the Bedside: Navigating Healthcare’s Virtual Frontier

In today’s healthcare scene, technology is becoming a ray of hope for dealing with the shortage of healthcare workers while also improving how patients are cared for. Hospitals and healthcare centers are using methods like virtual nursing, remote patient monitoring, and advanced scanning tools to overcome the challenges caused by staffing shortages. Virtual Nursing: Redefining Care Delivery Virtual nursing is one strategy that addresses the … Continue reading Beyond the Bedside: Navigating Healthcare’s Virtual Frontier

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