The government ratings for nursing homes are volatile and have significant shortcomings, according to a recent study.

A 76-year-old woman, who had a history of treated hepatitis C virus infection, presented with rapidly progressive kidney failure and a stroke. Palpable purpura on the legs was noted. A diagnosis ...

Gleason has identified a common nursing quandary: How do you handle a hunch? Nurses are trained to read people, not just ...

NORMAL, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — When Gavin Swartz takes the mound for Normal Community, he takes it with a lot of confidence. “I know my guys are going to make a play for me. And the next guy up will get a ...

Low blood urea nitrogen (BUN) concentrations and increased hemoglobin levels are the key to optimum fetal outcomes in pregnant women on hemodialysis, suggests a Japanese single-center study.

Over the last decade, the UABSON has seen more nurse leaders tasked with challenges due to the evolving healthcare landscape. The MSN/MBA dual degree combines health care and business strategies to ...

If you have dyslipidemia, it usually means your LDL levels or your triglycerides are too high. It can also mean your HDL levels are too low. High LDL and triglyceride levels put you at a higher risk ...

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Lea Uradu, J.D., is a Maryland state registered tax preparer, state-certified notary public, ...