The number of men in the U.S. with the job of registered nurse has nearly tripled since the early 2000s. Many come to the field after working in the military or in jobs, such as paramedics or firefighters, that exposed them to the work of nurses. "What I hear a lot from female students is, 'I've always wanted to be a nurse, I like helping people,' where the men tend to look more at job security and job stability," says Jason Mott, president of the American Association for Men in Nursing.
The Biden administration on Tuesday issued sweeping health care proposals that would see Medicare plans greatly expand access to blockbuster GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, bar insurers from skipping out on paying certain claims that were granted prior authorization, and reinforce guardrails on the use of AI.
The City of Minneapolis’ first-ever Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) aims to bridge health care access gaps and reduce barriers in underserved communities. More than $1 million from opioid settlement funds covers the cost of the new MMU, equips the vehicle with medical supplies, and helps hire staff to address diverse needs across the city.
Emergency response systems in the Pacific Northwest are facing a great deal of strain due to inadequate staffing levels and rising 911 call volumes.
In response, some cities are turning to nurse navigation programs to address that burden.
Under the program, dispatchers can direct low-level 911 calls to a team of nurses instead of sending an ambulance. Those nurses can give callers medical advice or help them set up an urgent care or telehealth appointment.
As the founder of an edtech company, I've noticed an increasing number of students deciding to pursue MD/MBA programs because they recognize that business acumen is often lacking in healthcare and that addressing this gap can lead to significant improvements. While I'm not saying all aspiring doctors need to take this route, it's clear that today's physicians need to do more than just practice medicine—they are also expected to manage, lead and innovate to provide comprehensive care.