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When SZA shared that she had been diagnosed with autism, it sparked an important conversation. đź’™Why is autism so often m...
07/31/2026

When SZA shared that she had been diagnosed with autism, it sparked an important conversation. đź’™

Why is autism so often missed in women?

For years, autism research focused primarily on boys, leaving many girls and women particularly Black women undiagnosed or misdiagnosed until adulthood.

Our latest story explores why awareness is growing, how masking can delay diagnosis, and what healthcare professionals should know as more adults begin seeking answers later in life.

We spoke with Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson of UCLA who explains, evidence-based strategies can help autistic adults build stronger relationships and meaningful social connections.

Stories like SZA’s don’t define autism, but they can encourage conversations, reduce stigma, and help people better understand themselves.

đź”— Read the full story at iamnurseapproved.com (link in bio)

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When someone says they’re a “Doctor,” what does that actually tell you?Recent headlines have reignited a debate that’s b...
07/31/2026

When someone says they’re a “Doctor,” what does that actually tell you?

Recent headlines have reignited a debate that’s bigger than one profession or one person.

The real question isn’t just who can use the title. It’s whether patients have enough information to understand the education, expertise, and role of the healthcare professionals caring for them.

As more clinicians earn doctoral degrees, should healthcare do a better job of explaining what those credentials mean?

Or is the title alone enough?

It’s a conversation that’s shaping healthcare, education, and public trust—and one worth having.

Where do you stand?

👇 Join the discussion, then read the full story at iamnurseapproved.com

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When you hear the title "Doctor," what assumptions do you make?READ MORE ➡️ https://iamnurseapproved.com/doctor-title-he...
07/30/2026

When you hear the title "Doctor," what assumptions do you make?

READ MORE ➡️ https://iamnurseapproved.com/doctor-title-healthcare/

Recent headlines around a Psychology expert using the title "Doctor" have reignited an important conversation about credentials, transparency, and public trust but the real issue may not be what you think.

In our latest feature, we explore what the title "Doctor" really means in today's healthcare landscape and ask an important question: Is the conversation really about who can use the title, or is it about helping patients better understand the education, expertise, and role of the professionals caring for them?

Featuring insights from Imelda Reyes, DNP, MPH, APRN, FAANP, dean and professor at the University of West Georgia -Tanner Health School of Nursing and Marlo Robinson D. Robinson, DNP, JD, RN, dean and vice president of the Purdue Global School of Nursing, this article examines why greater transparency may strengthen patient trust and why context matters more than ever.

What's your perspective? Should healthcare professionals routinely explain not only their role, but also the discipline in which they earned their doctorate?

We’re excited to welcome Noel Koller-Ditto, DNP, APRN, AGCNS-BC as a Nurse Approved Nurse News & Media Intern!As Clinica...
07/09/2026

We’re excited to welcome Noel Koller-Ditto, DNP, APRN, AGCNS-BC as a Nurse Approved Nurse News & Media Intern!

As Clinical Nurse Specialist with 16 years of experience in clinical practice, nursing leadership, quality improvement, education, and su***de prevention, Noel brings a deep commitment to improving patient outcomes and advancing nursing practice.

Through this internship, she hopes to further develop her skills in health journalism, media, and storytelling helping translate complex healthcare topics into meaningful, actionable information that empowers nurses, patients, and communities.

Please join us in welcoming Noel to the Nurse Approved team! 🎉

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Could your school staff recognize and respond to a seizure emergency?The Pennsylvania House has passed HB 1045, legislat...
06/18/2026

Could your school staff recognize and respond to a seizure emergency?

The Pennsylvania House has passed HB 1045, legislation sponsored by Representative Kazeem, that would require school nurses and school personnel with direct student contact to complete epilepsy and seizure recognition training.

According to the Epilepsy Foundation, approximately 456,000 children in the United States live with active epilepsy, making seizure preparedness an important part of student safety.

Michele Manter, DNP, CRNP, CPNP-AC, ACCNS-P, CHPPN, CCRN, CPN, a pediatric nurse practitioner at a Philadelphia children's hospital, says training school personnel to recognize seizures and respond promptly can help prevent serious complications and strengthen partnerships between schools and families.

The bill now heads to the Pennsylvania Senate for consideration.

đź“– Read the full story: https://iamnurseapproved.com/pennsylvania-epilepsy-training-school-staff-bill/

Do you think all school personnel should receive seizure recognition training?

Nurse practitioners bring specialized expertise to some of the most complex care environments in the world.In this Nurse...
06/17/2026

Nurse practitioners bring specialized expertise to some of the most complex care environments in the world.

In this Nurse Approved® feature, we highlight Laura Swoboda, a nurse practitioner and wound care specialist whose humanitarian mission to Gaza working with surgical nonprofit Fajr Scientific at Gaza European Hospital placed her in a critical role: the only wound care specialist on her medical team.

Her story speaks to the depth of nursing expertise, the importance of advanced practice leadership, and the impact nurses make in crisis settings where every skill matters.

Read more ➡️ https://iamnurseapproved.com/nurse-practitioner-gaza-humanitarian-mission/

A major development in maternal health is making headlines.The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, with...
06/17/2026

A major development in maternal health is making headlines.

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, with support from numerous healthcare organizations, has released a Maternal Immunization Schedule to provide evidence-based guidance on vaccination during pregnancy.

For nurses, this isn’t just a patient care story—it’s often a personal one. As a predominantly female profession, many nurses will encounter these recommendations not only in practice, but also in their own healthcare decisions, family planning, and conversations with loved ones.

Maternal immunization remains an important strategy for protecting both pregnant patients and newborns from serious illness.

Thank you to American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists Women’s Health NPs American College of Nurse-Midwives American Academy of Pediatrics AAFP for endorsing the schedule. The experts have spoken and it’s based on the evidence!

đź”— Read the full story at iamnurseapproved.com

06/17/2026

Imagine this: Walking onto the unit at shift change while the prior shift is acting like the sky is falling. Then slowly but surely you see all the nurse OGs one by one walk up to clock in.

YOU 👏 ALREADY 👏🏿 KNOW 👏🏻

It’s handled.

Most nursing students worry about exams, clinicals, and graduation.For Jasmin LeCadre, nursing school came with an unexp...
06/15/2026

Most nursing students worry about exams, clinicals, and graduation.

For Jasmin LeCadre, nursing school came with an unexpected challenge: a breast cancer diagnosis.

While many would have understood if she stepped away, Jasmin was determined to keep going. She attended chemotherapy treatments and continued showing up for class, refusing to let cancer define her future.

Today, she’s a graduate of the NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing.

“I had already survived so much, and I didn’t want that moment to be the thing that stopped me.”

Her story is a powerful reminder that resilience isn’t always about putting life on pause—sometimes it’s about finding the strength to keep moving forward, even during life’s most difficult moments.

đź“– Read her inspiring story at the link in bio.

Most nursing students worry about exams, clinicals, and graduation.For Jasmin LeCadre, nursing school came with an unexp...
06/15/2026

Most nursing students worry about exams, clinicals, and graduation.

For Jasmin LeCadre, nursing school came with an unexpected challenge: a breast cancer diagnosis.

While many would have understood if she stepped away, Jasmin was determined to keep going. She attended chemotherapy treatments and continued showing up for class, refusing to let cancer define her future.

Today, she’s a graduate of the NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing.

“I had already survived so much, and I didn’t want that moment to be the thing that stopped me.”

Her story is a powerful reminder that resilience isn’t always about putting life on pause—sometimes it’s about finding the strength to keep moving forward, even during life’s most difficult moments.

đź“– Read her inspiring story at the link in bio.

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