You may be surprised to learn how many specialties come together to promote cardiovascular health.  February is American Heart Health Month, an annual observance created to raise awareness of heart disease and promote healthy practices for people of all ages. If you’re interested in learning about what goes into keeping Read More

  Insights on Paying as Little as Possible for a Degree in the Health Professions At first glance, the expenses associated with earning a graduate degree in the healthcare field can seem daunting. But don’t let a program’s official sticker price deter you from pursuing your dream. By carefully researching Read More

The pandemic paints a severely acute picture of longstanding disparities neglected by the medical system — and Americans are finally taking notice. Yet solutions, not just awareness, are necessary. While African-Americans account for approximately 13 percent of the U.S. population, they comprised 21 percent of deaths from COVID-19 between February Read More

This blog series is presented in collaboration with the 2020 Virtual Health Professionals Week. In the first installment, I discussed the importance of prioritizing your mental health through mindfulness and self care. Now let’s take a look at our specific moment in time as it relates to the ongoing coronavirus Read More

In any discussion of medical careers, dentistry is not likely the first option that comes to mind. But from emergency tooth pain to reconstructive procedures, the COVID-19 pandemic has amplified the understanding that dental care and medical care are inextricably connected. “We say at our clinic, ‘know the medical history Read More

A Different World… In 6 months’ time, life has changed, drastically. Whether focusing on the necessity of protective gear and hand washing routines whenever you leave your home or developing cabin fever due to social isolation, COVID-19 has reshaped how we navigate our lives in every sense. To that end, Read More

Although the COVID-19 crisis is often described as unprecedented, there are precedents throughout history that allow us to better understand this pandemic and the various ways people are responding to it. When my book, “American Plagues: Lessons from Our Battles with Disease,” was published in 2016, the idea that a Read More

Can I let you in on a little secret? It’s pretty easy to win a prize during Health Professions Week. But, you can’t win if you aren’t registered. Register today so you can claim a prize! Participating students can enter to win one of thirty gift cards valued at $100 Read More

When will a COVID-19 vaccine hit the market and what will it look like? Tina Libby Tong cannot predict the future, but acknowledges that many individuals across the US government, including herself, are working non-stop to make that a reality. She can, however, lend insight into how past HIV vaccine Read More

Health Professions Week (HPW) brings healthcare and education professionals together to highlight the many opportunities available in the healthcare field. There’s no charge to participate in the virtual fair, and you can register now. Don’t miss out on this series of virtual tours, live chats, interactive experiences and on-demand content Read More