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BESS Online Academy provides accessible, culturally competent, nurse-led education designed to empower caregivers, healthcare workers, and communities with the knowledge and confidence to deliver safe, compassionate, and informed care.

Dr. Mary, The Healthcare Lady Daily DoseDaily Health Fact: Corticosteroids such as prednisone can reduce inflammation an...
10/16/2026

Dr. Mary, The Healthcare Lady Daily Dose

Daily Health Fact: Corticosteroids such as prednisone can reduce inflammation and help control lupus flares.

However, side effects may include increased infection risk, weight gain, mood or sleep changes, higher blood sugar or blood pressure, and bone thinning.
Risks generally increase with higher doses and longer treatment.

Dr. Mary’s Note:
Steroids can be powerful and they require careful monitoring. Take them exactly as prescribed and never stop suddenly; your healthcare professional may need to lower the dose gradually.

Ask about monitoring your blood pressure, blood sugar, bone health, and infection risk.



Sources:

* NIH/NIAMS Lupus: Diagnosis and Treatment⁠
* NIH MedlinePlus:
Prednisone⁠
* NIH DailyMed:
Prednisone Prescribing Information⁠

This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personal medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional about your individual needs.

I’m grateful for the opportunity to share dementia awareness at the Village Initiative Community Event. It was meaningfu...
10/13/2026

I’m grateful for the opportunity to share dementia awareness at the Village Initiative Community Event. It was meaningful to connect with so many people who have experienced dementia as caregivers, family members, or friends. Thank you for sharing your stories and taking time to talk with me. 💜

Dr. Mary, The Healthcare Lady Daily DoseDO YOU LOVE TO TRAVEL?Daily Health Fact: Traveling for more than four hours by p...
10/13/2026

Dr. Mary, The Healthcare Lady Daily Dose

DO YOU LOVE TO TRAVEL?

Daily Health Fact:
Traveling for more than four hours by plane, car, bus, or train may increase the risk of a blood clot because prolonged sitting slows blood flow in the legs. The overall risk is generally small, but it increases when other risk factors are present.

Dr. Mary’s Note:
Keep your blood moving. Walk or stretch every one to two hours, flex your ankles, and exercise your calf muscles while seated. If you have previously had a blood clot or have other risk factors, discuss travel precautions with your healthcare professional.




Source: CDC
Understanding Your Risk for Blood Clots With Travel⁠

This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personal medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional about your individual needs.

Dr. Mary, The Healthcare Lady Daily DoseDaily Health Fact: SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DIARRHEA?????Can Shigella spread throug...
10/10/2026

Dr. Mary, The Healthcare Lady Daily Dose

Daily Health Fact:
SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DIARRHEA?????

Can Shigella spread through sexual contact? Here’s what to know. Shigella is a highly contagious bacteria that can cause diarrhea, fever, and stomach pain. It can spread through contaminated food or water, person-to-person contact, and sexual activity involving contact with stool. Some Shigella strains resist multiple antibiotics, making treatment more complicated.

Dr. Mary’s Note: Careful handwashing with soap and water helps prevent spread. If you have bloody or prolonged diarrhea, severe stomach cramps, or fever, contact a healthcare professional. Don’t take leftover antibiotics; most people recover without them, and a clinician can determine whether testing or treatment is needed.

*Shigella can spread in more than one way, and some strains resist antibiotics. Here’s what to know and how to help prevent spread. 🧼💜



News credit: FOX 13 News Drug-Resistant Shigella Infections on the Rise⁠
CDC source: CDC MMWR — Extensively Drug-Resistant Shigellosis⁠ · CDC
Preventing Shigella Infection⁠

This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personal medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional about your individual needs.

Dr. Mary, The Healthcare Lady Daily DoseDaily Health Fact: Melanoma can appear on any skin tone and may develop in place...
10/05/2026

Dr. Mary, The Healthcare Lady Daily Dose

Daily Health Fact: Melanoma can appear on any skin tone and may develop in places people overlook, including the palms, soles of the feet, and around or beneath the nails.

Dr. Mary Note: Check your entire skin, not only sun-exposed areas. See a dermatologist about a spot that is new, different from the others, changing, itching, or bleeding.

Skin cancer does not discriminate. Check everywhere; including your palms, soles, and nails. 🔎💜



Source: American Academy of Dermatology; Melanoma Signs and Symptoms⁠

This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personal medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional about your individual needs.

I’m still smiling after teaching my first live Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care (ADDC) Seminar! 💜One participant wr...
09/17/2026

I’m still smiling after teaching my first live Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care (ADDC) Seminar! 💜

One participant wrote, “Wonderful class, wonderful teacher!” They also shared plans to use what they learned to support residents, families, and staff more intentionally.

That is exactly why I teach. Dementia education should make a difference in the care people receive every day.

Interested in attending a future live ADDC Seminar or bringing dementia care training to your organization? Visit www.bessonlineacademy.com or message me to connect.

Seminar completion supports the education requirement for those pursuing CDP® certification. Certification requires a separate application to NCCDP.

I am so excited as I prepare to teach my very first Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care (ADDC) Seminar! 💜Every time I ...
09/13/2026

I am so excited as I prepare to teach my very first Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care (ADDC) Seminar! 💜

Every time I see another student enroll, my heart fills with gratitude. It reminds me that people believe in the vision, value this education, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals living with dementia and their families.

This seminar is more than a class to me. It represents years of nursing, teaching, caregiving, learning, and walking through dementia personally with my daddy (Muzz). Now, I have the privilege of pouring that knowledge and passion into others.

Thank You, God, for opening this door. And thank you to every student who has trusted me to be part of your professional journey. I cannot wait to welcome you to class! 🧠💜

Register @
www.bessonlineacademy.com

We’re just one week away from the upcoming live online Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Seminar! 🧠💜 There is still ...
09/11/2026

We’re just one week away from the upcoming live online Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Seminar! 🧠💜 There is still time to register and take the next step toward becoming a Certified Dementia Practitioner®.

📅 September 17
⏰ 8:00 AM–4:00 PM ET
💻 Live online through BESS Online Academy

Seminar completion does not automatically grant CDP® certification. Eligibility requirements and a separate application to NCCDP apply.

Register @ bessonlineacademy.com

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