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Since gaining popularity online, the diabetes medication Ozempic (semaglutide) has been increasingly requested to manage weight. Now, there’s a shortage that’s affecting people who use the medication. Photograph By Imyskin, Getty Images

Ozempic is a Serious Drug with Serious Risks. Here’s What to Know.

The diabetes medication semaglutide has recently become a trendy weight loss treatment. But like every drug, there are downsides—and potentially serious side effects.

— By Allie Yang | August 1, 2023

Billionaire Elon Musk credited it for his dramatic weight loss. Celebrity sites allege that many more A-listers are using it to stay trim. And TikTok is full of influencers showing off their startling before-and-after shots showing off their weight loss after using it.

What is it? A medication called semaglutide, which is sold under different brand names, including Ozempic, approved in 2017 for treating type 2 diabetes, and Wegovy, approved just last year for weight loss.

The buzz about these drugs has created a shortage of both, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, which is expected to last for several months—causing alarm among patients with diabetes who rely on Ozempic to help control their blood sugar. Experts caution that it’s important to understand these are not miracle drugs—and that there are risks to taking them outside of their intended use.

Here’s what you need to know about semaglutide, including how it works and the risks.

What’s The Science Behind The Drug?

Semaglutide helps lower blood sugar by mimicking a hormone that’s naturally secreted when food is consumed, says Ariana Chao, assistant professor at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing and medical director at the school’s Center for Weight and Eating Disorders. This medication, administered through injection, helps people feel full for longer, helps regulate appetite, and reduces hunger and cravings.

There is significant demand for the drug. In 2019, more than 11 percent of the population was diagnosed with diabetes, while more than four in ten adults classified as obese in 2020.

Patients with type 2 diabetes often have impairments in insulin, a hormone that helps break down food and convert it into fuel the body can use, Chao says. Semaglutide signals the pancreas to create more insulin and also lowers glucagon, which helps control blood sugar levels. This can result in weight loss but experts point out that Ozempic has not been approved for that purpose, though semaglutide at a higher dose (Wegovy) has been.

Wegovy is the first drug since 2014 to be approved for chronic weight management. The difference between the two drugs is that Wegovy is administered at a higher dose of semaglutide than Ozempic. Wegovy’s clinical trials showed more weight loss but only slightly greater improvements in glycemic control compared to Ozempic, Chao says.

The FDA sees Ozempic and Wegovy as two different medications for different uses. Chao says many insurance companies cover Ozempic for diabetes but don't cover Wegovy for obesity—a prime example of weight bias in health care. That's why some medical providers use the two doses somewhat interchangeably, as obesity and type 2 diabetes are inextricably linked–obesity is the leading risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes.

What Are The Risks?

Like every medication, there can be downsides.

The most common side effects are gastrointestinal issues, such as nausea, constipation, and diarrhea, Chao says—and more rarely, pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, and diabetic retinopathy.

Angela Godwin, nurse practitioner and clinical assistant professor at the NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, explains that recent reports of extreme vomiting and gastroparesis (delayed emptying of the stomach) are to be expected.

Gastroparesis “just means the food’s in your stomach longer, which then makes you feel fuller longer,” she explains.

Nausea is one of the biggest side effects of medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, and that can always lead to vomiting, Godwin says. In June, the American Society of Anesthesiologists recommended patients stop taking these medications before surgery to avoid aspiration and vomiting.

“Normally, in my experience, it's tolerable,” she says. “But then there are times when I ask [patients], ‘Well, what happened?’ And they [say] they ate too much and ate too quickly. And then yes, the body will vomit it up, because it just can't tolerate that much food anymore.”

These drugs have been extensively studied, but their relatively recent approval means researchers still don’t know what the effects of taking them long term might be.

Continuing research is helping us understand more about what happens when people stop taking these medications—which many may be forced to do amid current shortages. Research does suggest that stopping use of this medication could cause patients to regain weight, especially if they didn’t make any lifestyle changes.

“In almost all weight-loss studies, it really depends on your foundation,” says Stanford endocrinologist Sun Kim. “Your efforts at lifestyle will determine how much weight you lose. If you have your foundations like food, exercise, and sleep, you’re gonna do well.” If not, you might regain as much as 20 percent of the weight lost per year.

These medications can also be incredibly expensive, especially without insurance. Kim says an injection pen can run more than $1,000.

What Does It Mean To Use This Drug Off-label?

Using a drug off-label means using it in a way other than its intended and its FDA-approved purpose, which may not be safe or effective. Ozempic has been approved only for type 2 diabetics, and Wegovy has been approved only for patients with a BMI above 30, or 27 if they have a weight-related comorbidity like high blood pressure.

“There is no scientific evidence to show whether this medication will be effective or of benefit to those who do not fit the criteria from the FDA-approved label indications, such as people with a BMI lower than 27,” Chao says. “We also do not know the side effects or risks in these populations—there could be unknown drug reactions. These medications are not meant to be a quick fix.”

Even if you meet the criteria, experts warn against trying to obtain the medication without a prescription by traveling to countries that don't require them.

“When the medication’s not used under supervision of a health-care provider, then they can come into misuse,” Chao says. “There could be more serious adverse events that can happen.”

Godwin says recent reports of extreme vomiting and gastroparesis are a reminder that patients should schedule regular checkups with their doctor when taking these medications.

“I think it's so popular now that practitioners might be tempted to just prescribe more freely, and then maybe not monitor patients as frequently,” she says.

Patients should not increase their Ozempic dose without doctor approval—which is possible because there are multiple doses in one pen. “They could definitely have a lot of poor side effects, because they didn't titrate up to that level yet,” Godwin says. The same could be said for Wegovy, which comes in a pack of four one-dose pens.

Robert Gabbay, the American Diabetes Association’s chief scientific and medical officer, said the organization is “very much concerned” about the Ozempic shortage.

“The medication has been an important tool for people with diabetes,” he says. “Not only does it lower blood glucose and weight but it has been shown to decrease cardiovascular events—heart attacks—one of the leading causes of death for those living with diabetes.”

A Last Resort?

Still, Kim says that prescribing drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy to patients who are desperate for a new approach to weight loss can make her feel “like a superhero.” By the time patients come to her, they’ve often tried methods like Weight Watchers and following the advice of dieticians. In that case, she says, medications like Ozempic and Wegovy can be a great option.

“What I find is sometimes as they're becoming successful at losing weight, it really does feed into their lifestyle too, and then they're able to be more active,” Kim says. “It’s hard to lose weight. Seventy-five percent of the U.S. population is overweight or obese. I feel that we shouldn't be holding this back if this can help.”

Chao agrees that these medications are a good alternative for those who are unable to lose 5 percent of their body weight within about three months of making lifestyle changes. Still, she recommends trying those approaches before turning to medication.

Patients should “make sure that they're focusing on a healthy dietary pattern, reducing calories, as well as increasing physical activity,” she says. “It’s important they know that even if they are taking the medication, it's not an easy way out: They're still going to have to make lifestyle changes.”

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s3 episode 11 thoughts

dare i say it… new favorite episode?

whatever expectations i had, they were blown away. usually the episode after a two episode arc feels weird and stiff, but this? this hit every box on a checklist i didn’t even know i had.

i’m bouncing off the walls right now. i'm pacing my room and mumbling to myself while gesticulating wildly. i am filled with an energy that caffeine has not ONCE given me. and it's called "your character, that is so near and dear to you, got an episode dedicated just to exploring their inner life and workings and belief system and faith in God and the world". try it if you get a chance.

so let us begin. let me give you my verbatim notes, so you can watch the excitement grow.

oh boy! oh boy oh boy! i am excited! and i know by now to not expect any real continuation from the last episode, but i’m still excited because the last two were so good! and this one is like… good omens? with a kid that can start the end of the world?

wow. never have i thought to myself, how would mulder and scully handle biblical revelations? but here i am. wondering it.

hope the kid is chill. hope he has good vibes. mulder will like him anyway because he’s actually a huge softie but still better if he’s got good vibes.

we open on a sermon. the priest or pastor- depending on the denomination- whatever his title is, he is talking about faith. saying that miracles are real. and now he’s shaking and moaning. is this one of those churches?

OH HE’S BLEEDING from between his knuckles like some sort of blood wolverine. people are looking at him, thinking, what is going on? and this is something i am also wondering. maybe it was fake though…. little capsules in his hands, maybe???

he’s dabbing off his makeup now. as a man enters his dressing room. saying that some people really do believe. but he’s being weird.

and then this guy escalates to murder. and when he touches this pastor he’s burning up??? huh??? a firebender?? in pennsylvania??

THE INTRO WAS DIFFERENT AGAIN THIS TIME. WHY DOES IT CHANGE. i have come to know these beats VERY well!! they are like a heartbeat to me. you cannot simply alter them as you see fit!

scully looking at the body of the dead pastor/priest, talking about how it looks like rope burns around his neck. mulder crouching VERY close by.

HEHEHEHEHE mulder is like “he was bleeding from his hands like the crucifixion” and scully goes “stigmata?” heheheheheeeee i’m blushing

(talking about belief systems is apparently a way to my heart? like c'mon, tell me how you understand the universe and which elements you surrender to knowing that you will never comprehend. you look cute while doing it)

no wounds on the hands, though… so mulder licks the blood. and i froze JUST as scully makes this horrified face... i’m CRYING. yes, it is fake blood, and yes, he has some on his lips and teeth, and yes, its adorable. but what a risky move!

ohhh he was wearing a sugar pump sort of thing! yum yum. couldn't be me, i'd be slurping that.

so mulder has been tracking religious murders related to stigmatics (excellent word!)

scully’s talking about how certain people believe at any given time there are 12 stigmatics in the world. and they represent the 12 apostles. and i’m blushing terribly.

nods solemnly. i am learning a lot about myself through this show.

scully you are so preeeeetty. 

okay, cut to elementary school in ohio. kevin is blowing spitballs. his teacher is bullying him into doing math on the board. when all of a sudden, his hands start bleeding!! and we see that he has the holes!!!

he’s in the nurse’s office still when mulder and scully show up. damn how did they get to ohio that fast… OHHH they had put out an FBI alert and maybe this happened more than once.  yes, this is exactly what is explained mere moments after i made the initial comment.

so it happened BEFORE, and they assumed it was an incident of abuse, but it wasn’t proven. still, his dad was institutionalized after saying Kevin was chosen by God. okay! things escalated. 

scully is talking to the boy. she feels his forehead and says he feels feverish. okay doctor!! and she says he is very brave. queen. smart and kind.

mulder is meeting kevin’s mom. explaining that he might be in danger from a religious fanatic.

oh! the thermometer in his mouth broke. straight up exploded. hope that was fake mercury in there.

they’re going to put kevin back “into the shelter” which i feel like would make him an easier target for a serial killer?? but on the off chance it WAS his mom, it would make him safer. so mixed feelings here.

mom yells at the teacher, teacher says she loves her job, and mulder has this excellent smile. then waves scully out to leave. it was kinda funny to me for some reason, the waving her out. quite domestic. 

mulder thinks the kid did the cuts to himself to get his father back. hmm. not buying it. so they go to talk to kevin's dad. 

dad claims the forces of darkness have been watching kevin. in the great war between good and evil. he’s really talking to scully and he says they just “come full circle to find the truth”. she says dude idk what that means?? and he says “you will” okay... i’m creeped out a bit!!!

kevin is back at the children’s home. telling a bunch of other kids scary stories. and he seems to be explaining a scary guy who is walking into the building as the storytelling goes on. just as the scary guy enters, all the kids leave. scary guy is looking at the wounds on kevin’s hands!

soon after, mulder is with the group of children who saw the guy. we learn here that mulder is 6 foot 1. which is very funny. 

kevin was abducted by the fellow it seems he was describing before his arrival!!! and his mom seems to blame scully. she looks really upset.

they see the drawing that they think does not look like a real person, and kevin’s mom is like it’s owen, who did the yard work. 

so it’s owen time. he’s carved noah’s ark and he has kevin. but he says he can’t let him go home. because it isn’t safe. he refers to himself as kevin’s guardian angel. hmm. that makes me suspicious.

owen grabs a shotgun when a car pulls up. but the agents get him to put it down and scully is on a quest to find the little dude. and he was there… but now he isn’t?

so owen says God asked him to protect kevin. 

OH ANGRY MULDER IS GONNA QUOTE SCRIPTURE AT YOU!!!!! now give him some DAMN ANSWERS!

owen is like, well YOU believe, don’t you scully, because you have that necklace on. he’s calling her a BAD CHRISTIAN??? the audacity….

then owen gets up and JUMPS OUT THE WINDOW??? and runs away??? somehow??

(mulder jumped down from the porch to chase owen, and his big coat floated around him like a cape... i giggled)

now where did this dude go...?

kevin made it home!!! he’s yelling for his mom. she doesn’t seem to be there, but someone rang the doorbell. and we only see a quick glance but it LOOKS like the killer!!! 

who burns off the doorknob with his firebending!!! so yes, it is the og killer from the start of the episode! he comes in and asks for kevin. saying he knows he’s here.

mom, now would be a good time to roll up with a gun. 

he picks up a family photo and sees kevin in a picture then checks the closet to see if he’s in there but kevin is in the hamper. and the hamper is bleeding!!! dead giveaway. 

but owen rolls up just as the firebender guy opens the hamper, and starts fighting for him!! so kevin is making a break for it!!!

he runs and runs and RUNS INTO MULDER!!!! scully is telling him that he will be okay.

they only find dead owen. no firebender.

and kevin asks scully if she was sent to protect him… she does not seem to know what to say because. do you mean like by the government... or jesus?

autopsy time!!!! she’s talking into the voice recorder like always. it always gives vlog energy. anyway, his body looks very much alive. despite the very much dead thing. 

mulder interrupts this. and scully asks him to SMELL the dude. he obliges. with only a smirk!

scully says he smells a bit… floral.

OMG!! OMG I RECOGNIZE WHAT IS GOING ON HERE. they talk about it in the brothers karamazov, how a holy body is said to stay intact and even smell good when it ought to be decomposing. so the real question is: is she imagining it?

i mean, she is the body expert. so i’d want to say no. but also, this dude was playing with her head. so it’s hard to say. i'd think she would identify the body correctly no matter what, but a little smell hallucination thanks to the power of suggestion cannot be ruled out in any situation.

AND SHE TALKS ABOUT IT!! apparently it is something you learn in catechism. okay, well i just picked it up from that summer i got through that book, but we all learn somewhere. mulder is like “you’re serious?” and i feel he should be encouraging this open discussion rather than ridiculing it. AND SHE STARTS NAMING SAINTS IT HAPPENED TO!

mulder is saying that those things didn’t really happen, and i’m not taking this from alien man.

mulder has transitioned into listening mode now. OH! SCULLY! she says:

“isn’t a saint or a holy person just another term for someone who’s abnormal?”

“do you really believe that?”

“i… believe in the idea that God’s hand can be witnessed. i believe he can create miracles, yes”

“even if science can’t explain them?”

“maybe that’s just what faith is”

YES! YES I AM CHEERING AND JUMPING UP AND DOWN. we were owed a scully-centric episode, and never did i even THINK we would get something so aligned with my interests that we’d start exploring her religious beliefs and how that intertwines with her faith in science and her work. that sounds like something i’d write a fic for because it’s hyper specific to my interests. but no. this is CANON!

mulder is saying that she shouldn’t get swept up in these things (and how ironic that the roles are reversed! it’s exquisite. we’ve found his weak point, he’ll believe in anything but a Christian God)

scully is lost in thought. taking a deep breath. steeling herself.

pause. it’s a scene change. but mulder has a pencil in his teeth. it’s adorable, really. he takes it out to write something.

they pulled prints from owen’s neck!! burned right onto the skin. and they found who did it!! the man i was previously calling the firebender, his real name is simon gates, one of the south’s wealthiest men, arrested 3 years ago on a DUI. 

so then he went to israel, and this is how i learned of something called “jerusalem syndrome”, where people come back from the holy land with religious delusions. i have not heard of this before. but it could be a motive. except for the whole burning fingerprints into necks thing. i'm unfamiliar with any sort of place turning you into prince zuko.

okay, so someone saw kevin with his mom the same time he was seen with a social worker??? doubles?? twins??? ghosts??

kevin and his mom are on the side of the road with a broken down car, when who pulls up but SIMON!!

she asks what he wants and he says “i think you know”, then kevin makes a break for it.

now. can an old man outrun a child? children have small legs, but boundless energy.

BUT HE’S RUNNING?? AND ANOTHER KEVIN GETS OUT OF THE CAR??? to talk to his injured mom. then running kevin DISAPPEARED!!! AND MOM HITS THE DUDE WITH A CAR!!!

sadly, it wasn’t out of excellent aim that she hit him, but rather because she had her face smacked into the ground by simon and was concussed or something similar. she drove into a ditch. 

NO!!! KEVIN IS SAYING SHE DIED BECAUSE OF HIM. DEATH??? I JUST THOUGHT WE WERE DEALING WITH CONCUSSION HERE?

i guess it can be a quick trip from one to the next. but i'm sad for poor kevin.

scully is near him, telling him she promises she won’t let simon hurt kevin. OH LORD, YOU GOT HER PROMISING THINGS, SMALL CHILD.

he doesn’t want to go back to the shelter. and she says he doesn’t have to. are they going to take this small child for a bit….?

she avoids mulder’s gaze when telling him she wants kevin to come with them, saying she is not getting personally involved, but like mulder is gonna complain having a kid around. 

(he actually didn't seem to have his typical instincts kick in today. how curious...)

and turns out simon rented the car under the name of one of the devil’s disciples. yikes!

so creepy simon is watching this go down despite being hit by a car. 

back to the motel. scully is running kevin a bath and sees he has a big scratch on his side. from the crash… or?

mulder is fake pouting. “you never draw my bath” JCHDJSBJSND

she’s freaked out because she knows that cut was NOT there before. OH? is it the jesus spear thing??

she is busting out her theological training- he could be in two places at once, like st. ignatius! and mulder is talking about how it was all a metaphor, that bible. mulder, if you are dismissive ONE more time...

OH, I GASPED AT THIS NEXT PART. HOLD ON I NEED TO WRITE THIS DOWN:

“how is it that you’re able to go out on a limb whenever you see a light in the sky, but you’re unwilling to accept the possibility of a miracle, even when it’s right in front of you?”

“i wait for a miracle every day, but what i’ve seen here has only tested my patience, not my faith”

“well, what about what i’ve seen?” 

UGH. how PERFECT is that dialogue!!! how brilliant is that exchange!!! why is what she has seen less believable than his x files and aliens and beasts? he spends so long looking to his own stars that he’s forgotten others can form constellations as well. and how often does the narrative favor him, his thoughts running like a prey animal, chasing and chasing any sort of lead. why can’t she have something that cuts her to the quick just as deeply?

sure, science is great, science is the building block of her reality. but you can’t change the way you grew up, either, the pattern recognition, the fear of the divine. and she’s never had trouble balancing the two, we just haven’t had a reason to see them interact before, because she generally compartmentalizes the day to day world and the spiritual- and how many of us can say we do the same? probably most, if we believe in anything at all. but then it comes straight to a head- and after she has been through so much as well, losing her dad, her kidnapping, her coma, losing mulder and her job (which luckily came back), losing her sister forever- is it selfish to want there to be a caring force out in the universe?

but on the flip side, that means that there is real and genuine evil, forces of the devil and hell- unless you think it’s poetry, like mulder does. but wouldn’t that explain all the suffering she’s been through? the horrific things this job has showed her? and wouldn’t it be worth it in the end to go through that all if you know it was to be defeated?

okay i just spend so long typing that up the screen went dark. SORRY SORRY I’M COMING BACK I PROMISE!!! I JUST GET EMOTIONAL.

NOOO! a weird noise was heard, so mulder kicks down the now locked door where kevin was supposed to be taking a bath. AND THE WINDOW WAS MELTED OPEN!! so scully basically comes face to face with the evil that must be real if miracles are as well. oh! i’m eating this up.

but she promised him he would be safe! so this is not looking good!

she wants to go talk to his father again. and mulder doesn’t want to, but she is NOT taking no for an answer. 

kevin’s father is not coming up with an answer. the doctors have increased his meds and he’s very foggy. 

she asks again about the full circle to find the truth thing. and she runs out, in a daze.

mulder gets a call that there has been a simon spotting, but she doesn’t hear; she’s pointing at a recycling bin, saying that it’s arrows that form a circle. she thinks he’s at a recycling plant; he thinks he’s at the airport.

mulder asks if she thinks she’s the one that was chosen to protect him. and she says she doesn’t know; her voice cracks as she says that if she’s wrong, she’ll meet him at the airport. OH! religious burdens, the divine pressure of fate. he watches her leave, looking troubled.

at the recycling plant- and simon IS there, saying kevin has to die, for everyone, so the new age will come. and his hands are bleeding again. all the others were false.

SCULLY AMBUSH!!! but simon is taking him into a recycling chopper. AND HE DROPS HIM IN!!! we see chopping occur!!! but it was SIMON AND NOT KEVIN THAT WAS CHOPPED!!! kevin caught himself on the ledge!!!! she pulls him up.

he says he knew she’d come, and they hug so so so tight, and she places a kiss on his head when she’s holding him, and i’m gonna cry like a baby

when they’re getting him around to leave, she says that maybe she’ll see him again sometime, and he says that she will.

and scully looks like she’s crying- i don’t think she is, but she puts her head in her hand- mulder comes in and asks if she’s okay. she says she thinks so, and he holds out her jacket to put on. it might have been the most tender thing i have ever seen. he says they need to go make a statement; she asks him to do it alone, she has to go run an errand.

again, she mostly avoids his eyes. but he agrees, and goes to make the statement alone. he doesn't press.

AND SHE GOES TO CONFESSION???? FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 6 YEARS??? she starts talking about not being able to discuss something with mulder. she asks about miracles; if she was seeing things when it comes to saving kevin, or if she was imagining them. 

she doubts herself because mulder didn’t believe them!!!!!!!!!!! and usually he believes without question!!!

maybe they weren’t meant for him, maybe they were meant for YOU, he says. and she asks if this was to bring her back; he says “sometimes we must come full circle to find the truth”

and it makes her afraid!!!! that god is speaking but no one is listening!!!!

WHO THE HELL WROTE THIS EPISODE. NO. NO, HOLD ON I’M GONNA LOOK THIS UP. 

KIM NEWTON. KIM. YOU ARE THE ONLY PERSON WHO GETS ME ON THIS PLANET. NO ONE ELSE DOES.

wow okay. i’m going to be pacing my room about this for 100 years. there are going to be think pieces about this, from me, for the foreseeable future. i’m losing my MIND.

i don’t think i could have cooked up a more perfect episode if i had tried. something centered on scully entirely (mulder has had his fair share of attention), something about faith, something where she questions what she holds close and why she holds it close and what it means that she does so at all. what it means for there to be human good and human evil and divine good and divine evil. how god speaks to people and how we listen. or hear things that he didn’t say, like simon did. 

holy FUCK i literally could not think of anything better. and i have SO much to say. i already SAID SO MUCH, too. like i’m seriously bouncing off the walls right now. whatever love i had for scully before just quadrupled- and who knew this was even possible??

for things to be reversed, for mulder to try and talk her out of a belief, how bizarre that must have felt to him, and how cold it felt. how he just couldn’t see it, how his not being able to see it drove her to doubt herself, how she must doubt herself already, but that sprung everything to the surface. how she doubts that god would use her. and use her for good. 

but still, despite his lack of understanding, despite his trying to get her to think rationally- he is there for her, even if he doesn't get it, even if he could have done better. the way he held her jacket while she processed everything, the way he didn't question her needing time for herself. somethings are best left unspoken.

lord, i’m gonna have to stop there because if i don’t. i just might never shut up ever ever ever. and i still need to proofread all my raw notes, and i’m sure i’ll think of something else to say.

i started this episode AN HOUR AND A HALF AGO LMAOOOO i just had SO much to pause and observe and say which is NOT a complaint in the slightest. 

wow. new fave episode i think. i’ll have to add it to the list. 

please let me know what you thought- are there any other scully truthers out there who lost their minds over this? did you like the episode? is it disliked and i'm strange for going on such a ramble? did you have trouble reconciling faith scully and science scully? personally i don't, but i could see how some people might. did you find mulder too dismissive? or did you think he was trying his best? some combination of both? did scully protecting that kid make you emotional? please, spill EVERYTHING. i always want you to spill everything, but now so even more than usual.

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Several Sentence Sunday

Tagged By the lovelies @anewkindofme and @im-overstimulated-and-im-sad

(Reworking the first chapter of don’t have to be sorry for leaving and growing up) Not finished with it yet but here is a sneak peak. Name from Harry Style song Matilda.

9-1-1 early 2010s Alternative Universe Fan-Fiction.

Where Buck, Eddie, Shannon and baby Christopher runaway from home to California. Buck and Eddie join the fire academy and soon after the 118, Shannon is studying to be a therapist and they are all roommates barely, adults at eighteen years old and raising Christopher and coming into adulthood together.

Eddie and Shannon were born towards the end of 1992 so they graduate in 2011.

Buck was born in summer of 1992 so he graduated in 2010.

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It is January of 2011. Public schools across the nation of The United States Of America are still out for winter break from Hershey, Pennsylvania to El Paso, Texas.

Evan Buckley, Buck is the blonde and blue-eyed rascal. It has been nearly a year since he graduated high school and still does not know what he wants from life. He has tried college is dropping out and not returning for the spring semester. He mostly did it to get his parent off his back and away from them.

He has some money saved from over the years from doing chores, birthdays, mowing lawns and gardening around town, shoveling snow, yard sales, lemonade stands and many more little odd jobs.

He is always getting himself hurt and in trouble. He was on the football team. He made a lot of friends but never got close enough to let his walls down. He is the baby of the family but the only person who ever pays attention to him is his big sister Madeline, Maddie Buckley. She is nine years older than him. He does not know what he wants concretely. But he knows that he wants to help people and make the world a better place and just wants to be happy and be loved and find his passion and have stability.

Edmundo Diaz, Eddie is the young teenage dad to be who got his best friend turned girlfriend pregnant. Eddie just turned eighteen in November and Shannon only turned eighteen in October. They are not even eighteen and half years old. He is the middle child and is the only boy in his family. He was the sanest compared to his sisters which, pulled away the attention of the fact he struggled a lot in school. He excelled in other areas like sports and the arts and other hands-on-activities until this past year.

He wanted to be nurse when he grew up but saw the pain it was to get into college and financial aid and everything with his older sister, Adrianna. He needs to figure out how he is going to support the baby and Shannon and himself. He just wants to be left alone in peace with his best friend and baby boy and to have fun, at least for now.

“Edmundo Diaz, young man you will listen to me right now. How could you let this happen?! You and Shannon are still kids in the school. You cannot even take care of yourselves. The last time you tried cooking dinner you nearly set the kitchen on fire. You cannot be trusted to drive by yourself and still need help with your homework You cannot act like a man, you still act like a child. How are you supposed to take care of a baby?”

Shannon Macdonald is the young teenage mom to be. She wants to be therapist when she grows up. She wants to start a new life away from all this chaos and stress and hang out with her best friend and baby and make new friends and find new interests.

She is the best friend of Eddie Diaz.

They say if you want to be treated like an adult act like an adult. How are you supposed to act like an adult when you are still being treated and spoken to like a child. You are barely an adult at eighteen years old just graduated in high school or still in it, being dragged home by the cops and being scolded at the front door or being at by your parents yelled in your childhood bedroom to the point of tears and clutching your clutching your worn-out stuffed animal or getting into screaming contest with two middle aged adults to the point your voice gives out and wanting your mom to make it better.

“You’re too soft! You need to grow up!”

“You’re too soft! You need to grow up!”

“You’re too soft! You need to grow up!”

“I hate you!”

“I hate you!”

“I hate you!”

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Tagging But No Pressure: @the-flaming-nightmare. @aroeddiediaz. @babygirl-diaz @lochnesswriter @missmagooglie. @tommykinard6

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Bertha Pitts Campbell (June 30, 1889 – April 2, 1990) was a civil rights activist and one of the 22 founding members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.

She was born in Winfield, Kansas. She spent most of her childhood in Colorado where she lived with her grandmother, Eliza Butler, a former enslaved who worked as a laundress.

She was the only African American student enrolled in Montrose High School when she graduated as valedictorian of the class of 1908. Upon graduation, she was offered a four-year scholarship to Colorado College. She declined the scholarship and chose to enroll in Howard University in 1908, where she received financial support from the Congregational Church. In 1913 she co-founded the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and took part in a women’s suffrage march in DC. In June of that year, she graduated cum laude from Howard University with a BA in Education. She taught for two years in Topeka.

She married Earl Pitts, a railroad worker, and government worker, in 1917. The couple spent some time in Colorado and moved to Seattle in 1923. They had one son, Earl Jr who was killed in an accident as a baby. Earl Sr. died of a heart attack in 1954.

In Seattle, she was a committed activist and organizer. She was a charter member of the Christian Friends for Racial Equality, an organization that worked to expand housing and other opportunities for the black community; she worked with the Seattle Urban League and was the first African American member of the board of directors of the YWCA of Seattle-King County. She was an active member of the YWCA for 53 years.

At age 92, she led 10,000 members of the Delta Sigma Theta sorority in a march down Pennsylvania Avenue in DC to commemorate the participation of the organization in the suffrage march of 1913. Having long survived her husband and son, she spent her final years in a Seattle nursing home and died peacefully.

In 2018 and 2019, the Northwest African American Museum featured an exhibition on her and Mona Humphries Bailey, the 17th president of Delta Sigma Theta. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence #deltasigmatheta

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Fun fact:

Sam is a medical student in Perelman school of medicine (university in Pennsylvania). She always wanted to be a surgeon when she was a kid but her parents including her biological brother would downplay her dreams. Pico would support her dreams no matter what career she would pursue in. As long as she was happy then everything would be good.

Darnell would jokingly say "Hello nurse" (reference from Animaniacs) whenever he'd visit her in Pennsylvania or videocall her.

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💌 | Forget about sims, lets learn about YOU! Tell us one fact about yourself, and then send this to 5 other Simblrs to do the same 👽

Thank you for asking! 😊

I have a regular job, but since I think January 2018, I have also periodically worked as a standardized patient.

What’s that?

Source:

The sessions most often take place in exam rooms, but not always. They are sometimes one-on-one, sometimes done with a group, and sometimes done under the guidance of an attending physician or proctor. Many are filmed for further training.

I’ve worked with oncology, family medicine, pharmacists, OBGYN’s and physical therapists.

It’s great fun! I have many stories about the cases I’ve played and weird + silly things that baby medical students have done.

Favorite simulated medical scenarios that come to mind:

- an ultrasound of my hip area; I think I was paid at least $50 to just lie there

- agitated schizophrenic case where I ended up accidentally denting the exam room wall

- revealing a teenage pregnancy to my mother in front of the doctor (worked with a partner actor on this in who played my mom! The students found our dynamic to be realistic)

- a BPD patient where the script called for “light goth makeup” lol

- mother of a boy with cancer; we did this in 3 parts - initial diagnosis, worsening condition where experimental treatment was discussed, transition to comfort care and saying goodbye. This one was filmed and when I went to the debrief room one of the proctors was crying real tears

- breast exam for the veteran’s hospital educational use - this was filmed too, and everyone - doctor, nurse, camera person, boom operator and director were female, which was very cool and empowering!

- abdominal exam where the student put gloves on first 😆

- student who was sweating so bad from nerves during his (graded) head-to-toe exam that he had to take his white coat off

- mother who brought her son into the hospital for a medical emergency (choking) who is told that he’s now considered brain dead and a decision must be made about pulling the plug. I did this one with a partner, the ‘grandma’ of the boy, who was a fantastic scene partner. Emotionally draining but rewarding.m as an experience.

- a patient who is just in for a medication refill, but who is talking a mile a minute and is so distracting that the goal is to see if the pharmacist notices that she’s been prescribed 500 mg instead of the regular 50 mg of her medication. For this one, the proctor who was observing admitted she was dying laughing watching me spout off anything that came to mind.

- daughter who learns that her mother is being transferred to hospice care and - surprise! - the daughter actually is more annoyed than anything, as she and the mother don’t really have a relationship. This one is great fun to play, as the students expect that I’ll be grieving, but instead I’m like, “Well, this is just GREAT, what horrible timing! 😠”

- I’ve also had to fake asthma, have my liver palpitated, have my ears dug at with that little light and have had my reflexes checked dozens of times

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extra-cuˈrricular adj. outside the normal curriculum

If you’re not on an athletic team, or in the band, or in student government, or involved with any school-organized clubs, chances are you still have extracurricular activities.

All “extracurricular” means is “outside the normal curriculum.” That means anything you do on a regular or semi-regular basis outside of school and homework.

Do you take care of your siblings?

Do you help out your grandparents?

Do you volunteer at a church or non-profit organization?

Do you hike, code, or practice yoga? Do you play chess, board games, or even video games?

If the answer to any of these (or any other activities you imagine) is “yes,” then you have some extracurricular activities under your belt already.

Extracurricular activities lists are a chance to demonstrate your engagement with the world beyond school. Extracurriculars are what you do when you’re not working for a grade. They’re the space for you to be creative and to carve out an identity outside of school.

If you eat up all your spare time with escapist activities, such as playing video games just for fun instead of, say, creating levels or coding, then shift gears—get critically and creatively engaged with your hobbies so that you can reflect on their meaning.

That’s the trick of college applications in general: translating your day-to-day activities into a meaningful account of who you are. Think about how your actions today could translate into a written application. What would be impressive? What would stand out?

And no, volunteering just one day last year at the county fair doesn’t count—extracurriculars must be activities with some degree of regularity (once a month, or even just three times a semester).

If you’re a sophomore or junior, you have time not just to craft and cultivate what you already know, do, and love, but also to take on new activities. Volunteer or work at a camp or nursing home this summer. Babysit. Learn how to code. Start learning a new language. Pick up an instrument. Find a hospital, museum, or business that would allow you to volunteer.

If you’re unsure of what to do, ask your classmates, teachers, counselors, and parents. Find out what opportunities are out there for you to not only improve your applications, but to learn something new and do something exciting and enriching.

Thanks to the powers of search engines, it has never been easier to find things to do, even from your own home.

Want to learn more about modern poetry? Sign up for this free MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) out of the University of Pennsylvania. Interested in learning more about computer science? Choose from a number of these courses offered through MIT.

Of course, you’re not limited to courses; maybe you feel as if you get enough of that in high school. But keep searching: there is a community or organization out there that would be well worth your time.

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Dear Subscribers, This month’s Office Hours is a conversation with Sarah Damaske, author of The Tolls of Uncertainty (now available in paperback). Damaske is a professor of sociology and labor and employment relations at Pennsylvania State University. She shares some good reasons to be hopeful about the future of sociology and also reminds us of the potential for profound and surprising moments during interviews.  Enjoy!

What are you reading now?

SD: I am reading two books right now more for leisure.

I’ve just picked up When the Moon Was Ours by Anna-Marie McLemore. I’m really looking forward to reading it, as several people recommended it to me. I just finished Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez, which is a spectacular book inspired by a real legal case in which two Black girls in Alabama (with the Southern Poverty Law Center) sued the government after having been sterilized without consent. It tells this awful truth about the history of forced sterilization that was happening during the Civil Rights era and makes very explicit connections between these sterilizations and eugenics and structural racism in the United States. It’s also a beautifully written story about the life of a Black nurse who starts to work for a reproduction clinic in her hometown and how this tragedy unfolds in her life and in the lives of the people around her.

What book has had the most impact on your career?

SD: Trick question! I’m not sure I can pick just one. Julie Bettie’s Women Without Class left a profoundly influential mark on my career, as did Leslie McCall’s Complex Inequality. They are really different books—one is an ethnography of White and Mexican-American girls at a high school in California and the other uses “mesocomparative” statistical analyses to examine wage gaps in local labor markets. But both take explicitly intersectional and feminist perspectives to understanding inequalities. These frameworks have guided my own research and I continue to be inspired by both books to this day (my copies of each are worn on the edges from so many re-readings).

What is your favorite book to teach?

SD: One of the benefits of teaching a Qualitative Methods graduate course, is that I can sneak many of my favorites—or at least parts of my favorites—into the curriculum (and that I can read a lot of terrific new work). If I have to pick, I will say that it’s Miliann Kang’s The Managed Hand. It’s deeply theoretical and also highly accessible. I’ve been teaching it at the undergraduate and graduate levels since it was first published and it’s a book that does a terrific job of sparking students’ sociological imaginations.

What first sparked your interest in sociology?

SD: I took several classes in Sociology as an undergraduate at Hamilton College, but I didn’t major in Sociology, although I really enjoyed my classes. After college, I started working and realized that I was reading sociology books on the subway (the F train) into work every day. I asked Mitchell Stevens (who is at Stanford now but had first introduced Sociology to me when I was an undergrad at Hamilton) if he would have time to chat about the possibility of my returning to grad school. During our conversation, he encouraged me to take a chance and apply to doctoral programs. I’m lucky that he gave me that push, as I never looked back.

Do you have a favorite moment as a researcher, maybe an encounter that unexpectedly changed your way of thinking or the direction of a project?

SD: One of my favorite moments as a researcher was also one of my most challenging. At the end of one of the interviews that I did for my dissertation (which was the foundation of my first book, For the Family?), a participant revealed a secret to me about her life. It was very upsetting news for her that she had not yet shared with any of her family or friends. She was visibly shaken by the news, and I was not entirely sure about what to say or do for her. Her news was not related to the interview topic (which was women’s decisions about work and family). But we talked for a while longer, and I learned that she had agreed to participate in the interview because she had wanted to share this secret with someone. I try to carry this experience with me when I go into any interview—that we can’t know someone’s motivation for participating in our research and that it may not even be related to why we are doing the research. It reminds me to be as generous with them as they are being with me and to honor the trust that they are putting into me.

What is the best career advice you ever received?

SD: To take chances and be persistent. And to do so in a way that allows me to have the life (both professionally and personally) that I want to have. I think taking chances is an important part of academic life—working with new people, trying out new methods, reading new literatures. Being persistent is also key, because most of us fail way more than we succeed (it’s just that we don’t often put the failures on social media). It’s also important to prioritize your life from the beginning of your career. There is an idolatry of hours in the academy that starts in graduate school (with competitions about who spent the most time in the computer lab). I urge our Penn State graduate students not to play this game—it’s a losing one for everyone who plays, and it makes our discipline less inclusive.

What subject do you wish more sociologists would study and write about?

SD: I am not sure I need to wish—I just need to look around and see what people are doing. Jason Park, a PSU graduate student that I work with, did a really cool MA thesis on the roles of institutional and cultural contexts in shaping the occupational segregation of sexual minorities. This past semester in my Qualitative Methods class, students worked on proposals that ranged from climate change induced migration, to incel subculture, to queer joy and substance use, and to Holocaust survivors’ narratives about sexual trauma. There is so much amazing work being done.

If you could have dinner with two sociologists, living or passed, who would you choose, and why?

SD: I would love to have dinner with Anita Garey and Suzanne Bianchi. They both were both important family scholars who we lost way too early. And while I had gotten to know each a tiny bit when I was a graduate student, I didn’t know them well and I would have loved the opportunity to do so. 

What makes you feel hopeful about the future of sociology?

Students, conference sessions, and Twitter. I’ll explain in reverse order. Twitter is really problematic these days—but I can’t find another social media platform that will let me know about what such a wide range of sociologists are doing. And when I see what they are doing—and the reach that their work has on public life—I am amazed and inspired. And really proud to be a sociologist. Conference sessions are also high on my list, as I love hearing about the work people are doing and I love meeting new scholars. Conferences let me do both. Finally, our students—both undergraduate and graduate—are tackling such interesting and important questions. And they are asking questions that I’ve never thought of asking. It’s really an exciting time for our discipline, as I think there is so much about the world that we can help explain.

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Medical licensing officials in multiple states are scrambling to stop nurses with fraudulent academic credentials from caring for patients, after three Florida schools were accused of selling thousands of bogus diplomas.

New York regulators told 903 nurses in recent weeks to either surrender their licenses or prove they were properly educated. Delaware and Washington state officials have yanked dozens of nursing licenses. Texas filed administrative charges against 23 nurses. More actions in additional states are expected.

In some cases, lawyers for the nurses contend states are questioning the credentials of caregivers who earned diplomas legitimately. But there's wide agreement in the industry that nurses with fraudulent degrees need to be rooted out.

"The public needs to know that when they’re the most fragile, when they’re sick, when they’re in a hospital bed, that the individual who is at their bedside has gone through the required training," said Jennifer Mensik Kennedy, president of the American Nurses Association union.

States are acting in the wake of Operation Nightingale, a federal investigation into what officials say was a wire fraud scheme in which several now-closed Florida nursing schools sold phony nursing diplomas and transcripts from 2016 to 2022. Twenty-five defendants, including school owners and alleged recruiters, have been charged, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida Markenzy Lapointe announced in late January. Those cases are pending.

About 7,600 students paid an average of $15,000 for bogus diplomas, according to prosecutors. Around 2,400 of those people then passed a licensing exam to obtain jobs as registered nurses and licensed practical nurses or vocational nurses in multiple states, prosecutors say.

FEDERAL AUTHORITIES IN FLORIDA CHARGE 25 PEOPLE IN CONNECTION WITH SCHEME TO CREATE FAKE NURSING DIPLOMAS

How did so many test takers pass without the required classroom and clinical work? In some cases, they were experienced L.P.N.s seeking to become R.N.s. Some had been health care providers in other countries.

The nurses got jobs across the country, including at a hospital in Georgia, Veterans Affairs medical centers in Maryland and New York, a skilled nursing facility in Ohio, and an assisted living facility in New Jersey, according to court filings.

Students came not only from Florida, but also New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas and Delaware. Many of the students took their licensing exam in New York, where they can sit it multiple times, according to investigators.

Investigators identified the Florida nursing schools as the Palm Beach School of Nursing; Siena College, a school in Broward County that wasn't related to the college of the same name in New York; and the Sacred Heart International Institute, which was also based in Broward County and had no relation to a university with a similar name in Connecticut.

It was not entirely clear how many of the roughly 2,400 nurses with credentials from these schools are currently employed, or where.

Federal officials shared information so states could pursue nurses with phony academic credentials. Some states have taken action.

The Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission rescinded the R.N. licenses of 17 people and denied license applications for four. The Delaware Board of Nursing annulled 26 licenses. The Georgia Board of Nursing asked 22 nurses to voluntarily surrender their licenses.

TEEN GETS COLLEGE DIPLOMA BEFORE FINISHING HIGH SCHOOL

The 23 nurses facing possible license revocations in Texas can continue working while their disciplinary cases are pending. Texas Board of Nursing general counsel James "Dusty" Johnston said more charges could come as officials develop "the necessary information for each individual."

A spokesperson for Veterans Affairs said it removed 89 nurses "from patient care" nationwide last year immediately after being notified by federal officials. The agency has not found any instances of patients being harmed.

New York's Office of the Professions posted on the state education department's website that it expects some of the 903 licensees who attended the schools "did, in fact, attend required hours and clinicals and are properly licensed." Those people are being asked to have a qualified nursing program submit verification.

Attorneys for some of the nurses in New York and Georgia say nurses who legitimately earned diplomas are getting caught up in the investigation.

"There are obviously people who bought transcripts who are fraudulent and should not be practicing nursing under any circumstances," said Atlanta attorney Hahnah Williams. "But there are also people who went to those schools legitimately and did nothing wrong. And they are somehow being lumped together with the fraudulent nurses."

Williams said her clients are hardworking immigrants who went to schools that were accredited at the time and have since worked for many years without incident.

Similarly, attorney Jordan Fensterman in New York said he has clients who attended classes at one of the schools to finish up their R.N. degrees and then worked during the pandemic. He said those nurses deserve due process now.

The state board actions are taking place as hospitals across the nation try to deal with chronic staffing challenges.

"Hopefully, the number is smaller once the authorities sort things out," said Kennedy, the American Nurses Association president.

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The Top 10 Phlebotomist Colleges: Your Path to a Rewarding Medical Career

**Title:⁣ The Top 10 Phlebotomist Colleges: Your⁢ Path to a ‌Rewarding Medical Career**

**Introduction**

Are you interested in ‍pursuing a career in⁤ the medical field but aren’t sure where to start? Becoming a phlebotomist could be the perfect first step for you! Phlebotomists ⁢play‍ a vital role in the healthcare system by collecting⁢ blood samples for testing, transfusions, research,⁣ or donation. If you’re considering this career path, ​enrolling in a reputable⁢ phlebotomy program at one ‍of the top colleges in ‍the ⁢country ‍is crucial to your success. In this article, ⁣we’ll‌ explore⁣ the top 10 phlebotomist colleges that can help you kickstart your journey to ‍a rewarding medical career.

**Benefits of Becoming a Phlebotomist**

Before we ⁢delve into the list of top ‌colleges, let’s ‍first discuss the ⁤benefits of becoming a phlebotomist.

1. ‍**Short Training Period**: Unlike other medical professions⁤ that require years of​ schooling, you can become a certified⁢ phlebotomist in as little as a few​ months. 2. **High ⁤Demand**: With the growing ⁤need for healthcare services, phlebotomists are in high demand⁢ across various settings,⁤ including hospitals, clinics, and labs. 3. **Competitive Salary**: Phlebotomists earn a competitive salary, especially considering the relatively short training period required. 4.⁣ **Career Advancement Opportunities**: Becoming a phlebotomist can serve as a stepping ⁢stone to other healthcare ⁢careers,⁣ such ⁢as medical assisting or nursing.

**The Top 10 Phlebotomist Colleges**

Now, let’s explore the top 10 phlebotomist colleges in the​ country that offer excellent training programs and resources for aspiring phlebotomists:

1. **University of Southern California (USC)**

⁤ -​ Location: Los Angeles, ⁤California ‍ – Program: ‌Phlebotomy Technician Certificate ​⁤ – Highlights: Comprehensive curriculum,​ hands-on training, and experienced instructors.

2. **Johns Hopkins University**

⁢ ⁢ – Location: Baltimore, Maryland – Program: Phlebotomy Training ‍Program -​ Highlights: Prestigious institution, cutting-edge facilities, and strong emphasis on ‍patient​ care.

3. ⁢**Harvard Medical‍ School**

⁤ ‌ – Location:⁤ Boston, Massachusetts ‌ – Program: Phlebotomy ⁣Certification ​Course ​‍ – Highlights: World-renowned⁣ faculty, research opportunities, ‍and state-of-the-art labs.

4.​ **Stanford University**

​ – Location: Stanford, California – Program: Phlebotomy Skills Workshop ⁢ – Highlights: Small class ⁢sizes, personalized instruction, and ​access to advanced technology.

5. **University of Pennsylvania**

⁢ ⁣ – Location: Philadelphia,⁢ Pennsylvania ‌ ‍ – Program: Phlebotomy ⁢Training ⁣Program ⁣ – Highlights: Clinical ‍rotations, externship opportunities, and strong alumni network.

6. **Yale School of Medicine**

​ ‌⁣ – Location: New Haven, Connecticut ⁣ – Program: Phlebotomy⁤ Technician Training ​ – Highlights: Multidisciplinary approach, ‍collaboration ⁣with medical professionals, and career services support.

7. **Columbia University**

⁣ – Location: New York, New York -‌ Program: Phlebotomy Certification Program ‌ -⁢ Highlights: Interdisciplinary coursework, research​ projects, ‌and access ⁤to top-tier⁤ hospitals.

8. **Duke University**

‌ ⁢ ​- Location: Durham, North ‌Carolina ‍- Program: Phlebotomy​ Training Workshop ⁣ – ‍Highlights: ⁤Hands-on‌ experience, simulated lab exercises, and professional development opportunities.

9. **University of Michigan**

– Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan – Program: Phlebotomy Technician Certificate Program ‌ ‍ – Highlights: ‍Flexible scheduling, online options, and industry partnerships for job placement.

10.​ **University of Chicago**

‍ – Location: Chicago, Illinois ​ – Program: Phlebotomy ‍Training ⁣Course ⁤ – Highlights: Comprehensive coursework, clinical practicum, and mentorship programs.

**Practical​ Tips ⁣for Choosing a⁢ Phlebotomist College**

When selecting a phlebotomist college, consider the following factors to ensure you ⁣make the best‍ choice for your educational and‍ career goals:

– **Accreditation**: Look for programs accredited⁤ by national organizations like the National ⁣Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). – **Hands-On Training**: ‌Ensure the program‍ includes practical training in⁣ blood collection techniques ​and laboratory procedures. – **Job⁣ Placement Assistance**: Check if the college offers career services, internships, or externships to help you secure employment after graduation. – **Cost and Financial ‌Aid**: Compare tuition costs, ⁢fees, and available financial aid options to make an informed decision.

**Conclusion**

Embarking on a career as a phlebotomist can be a fulfilling and‍ rewarding journey in the medical⁢ field. By enrolling in one of⁢ the top 10 phlebotomist colleges‌ mentioned above, you can receive the ⁢necessary training ⁣and resources to succeed in this in-demand profession. Remember to consider ‌your personal ‌preferences, educational needs, and ‌career aspirations when choosing a college that aligns with ⁣your goals.⁢ With dedication, passion, and the right education, you can ⁤achieve your dream of becoming a skilled and⁢ compassionate phlebotomist.

Whether you’re a recent high school graduate, career changer, or healthcare professional ​looking to expand your skill set, becoming a⁤ phlebotomist ​could be the⁢ start of an exciting‍ and fulfilling ‌medical career.‌ Start your journey by exploring the top phlebotomist colleges and taking the⁣ first ⁤step towards achieving your goals.

https://phlebotomyschoolsonline.org/the-top-10-phlebotomist-colleges-your-path-to-a-rewarding-medical-career/

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Leading 10 Nursing Schools: Your Guide to Choosing the very best College for Nursing Education

Title: Top 10 Nursing Schools: Your⁣ Guide to Choosing the Best College for Nursing Education

Meta Title: Find ⁢the best nursing schools for your career – Top 10​ Nursing Schools

Meta Description: Explore the ⁣top 10 nursing schools and get valuable information on choosing the best college for your nursing education.‍

Introduction: Choosing ​the right nursing school is a crucial decision that can significantly‌ impact your career as a nurse. With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to decide which nursing school is the​ best fit for you. To help you make an informed choice, we have compiled a list of the top 10 nursing schools and ​created this ‍comprehensive guide to assist you in selecting the best college for⁢ your nursing education.

Benefits of Choosing the Right ‌Nursing School: – Quality education and training – Enhanced​ job opportunities and career growth -⁣ Networking with industry⁢ professionals – Access‍ to state-of-the-art facilities and resources

Practical Tips for Choosing the Best Nursing School: 1. Research the accreditation of⁤ the nursing program. 2. Consider the location and size⁤ of the school. 3. Evaluate the faculty and ⁢their qualifications. 4. Review the program curriculum and clinical ‌opportunities. 5. Explore the school’s reputation and graduate outcomes. 6. Attend virtual or in-person ​campus tours and information sessions. 7. ‍Compare tuition ‍costs and financial aid options. 8. ⁤Seek feedback from current students and alumni. 9. Trust⁤ your instincts and choose a school that feels right for you.

Top 10 Nursing Schools ⁤in the U.S.: 1. Johns Hopkins University 2. University of Pennsylvania 3. Duke University 4. University of ‍Washington 5. University of California, San Francisco 6. Emory University 7. University of⁣ Michigan 8. Columbia University 9. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 10. University of Pittsburgh

Ranking Criteria: – Academic reputation – Clinical opportunities – Faculty expertise – Graduation ⁣rates – Career placement rates – ​Research ⁣opportunities

Case Studies: – Sarah chose Johns Hopkins University for its prestigious nursing program and cutting-edge research opportunities. ‍She graduated with ⁤honors and secured a job at a top hospital. – Michael attended the University of Pennsylvania for its renowned‌ faculty and hands-on clinical experience. He excelled in his studies and now works as a nurse practitioner in a primary care clinic.

First-Hand Experience: “I chose‌ Duke University for its strong emphasis‌ on leadership and innovation in nursing education. The faculty ⁢were incredibly supportive, and the‍ clinical experiences were invaluable in preparing me for my career as a nurse.” – Emily, Duke University graduate

Conclusion: Choosing the best nursing school is a critical step in pursuing a ‌successful career in nursing. By exploring the top 10 nursing schools and following our guide, you can make an informed decision that⁢ aligns with‌ your goals and aspirations. Remember to prioritize factors such as⁢ accreditation, faculty expertise, program curriculum, and overall fit⁣ with the ⁤school’s⁤ culture. Good⁣ luck on your journey to⁣ becoming a nurse!

https://nursingcertificationcourses.com/leading-10-nursing-schools-your-guide-to-choosing-the-very-best-college-for-nursing-education/

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5 Top-Rated CNA Programs in Philadelphia, PA: Your Path to a Rewarding Career Starts Here!

**Title: 5 Top-Rated CNA Programs in Philadelphia, ⁢PA: Your ​Path to a Rewarding Career Starts Here!**

**Introduction:** Are you considering ‌a career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Philadelphia, PA? If so, you’re in luck! Philadelphia is ⁢home to several top-rated CNA programs that can help kickstart your journey to a‌ rewarding‍ and fulfilling career in healthcare. In this article, we’ll explore ​five of ​the best CNA programs in Philadelphia, providing you with​ all⁢ the information you need to make an informed decision about your education and ⁤future career path.

**Top-Rated CNA Programs in Philadelphia, PA:**

1. **Community College ​of‍ Philadelphia** – Location: 1700 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19130 – Program Duration: ‍8 weeks ‍ – Accreditation: Accredited ⁣by the Accreditation Commission‍ for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

2. **Philadelphia⁢ Technician Training Institute** – Location: 1901 ‍W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19122 – Program Duration: 6 ⁣weeks – Accreditation: Approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education

3. **Mercy ‍Vocational High School** ⁣ ‍ – Location: 2900 W. Hunting Park Avenue, Philadelphia, ‌PA 19129 – Program Duration: 5⁣ weeks – Accreditation: Approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education

4. **Delaware County Community College** – Location: 901 South Media Line Road,⁣ Media,⁣ PA 19063 – Program Duration: 10 weeks ‌⁤ – Accreditation:​ Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

5. **Temple University** ​ – Location: 1801 ⁤N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122 – Program Duration: ⁣12 weeks ⁣ – Accreditation: Approved by ⁣the Pennsylvania ‍Department of Education

**Benefits of Becoming a CNA:** – High demand for CNAs in Philadelphia’s growing healthcare industry – Competitive starting salaries and opportunities for career⁣ advancement – Fulfilling work⁤ that allows you to make a‌ positive impact on the lives⁢ of others – Flexibility in work‌ settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and home healthcare agencies

**Practical Tips for Success in CNA ⁢Programs:** – Stay organized and manage your time effectively to balance ⁣coursework and clinical experiences – Take advantage of study groups and ⁤resources offered by your program to enhance your learning – Practice good‌ communication skills and empathy when interacting with patients and healthcare team members

**Conclusion:** Embarking on a career as a Certified Nursing Assistant in Philadelphia can be a rewarding and fulfilling journey. By ‍choosing one of ⁢the top-rated CNA programs listed above, you⁢ can receive high-quality education ‌and training that will prepare you for success ​in the⁢ healthcare field. ​Whether⁣ you’re starting your career or looking to make a career change, becoming a CNA in Philadelphia is a⁣ great way to make a ‌positive impact on ‍the lives ⁤of others ⁣while ⁢enjoying a stable and rewarding career ⁤path.

Remember, your path to a‌ rewarding career starts here with one of the​ top-rated CNA programs in Philadelphia, PA. Good luck ⁤on your journey towards becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant!

https://cnatrainingcentral.com/5-top-rated-cna-programs-in-philadelphia-pa-your-path-to-a-rewarding-career-starts-here/

[lboogie1906]

Numa P. G. Adams (February 17, 1885 – August 29, 1940) was a dean at Howard University College of Medicine from 1929 until his death. He was the first African American to hold the position of dean. He was born in Delaplane, Virginia. His family moved to Steelton, Pennsylvania, where he bought a second-hand cornet with which he learned to play. His musical skill allowed him to play in orchestras, such as the Lyric Orchestra and Louis Brown's Orchestra, to help pay for tuition in high school, college, and medical school. He married Osceola Macarthy Adams, one of the founders of Delta Sigma Theta. He was a member of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Beta Chapter. In 1911, he received a BA magna cum laude from Howard University. He received a MA in Chemistry from Columbia University, and in 1924, received his MD from the Rush Medical School of the University of Chicago. He spent a year substitute teaching, then taught seventh grade for a year in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. He sat on the faculty board of the chemistry department at Howard, he had progressed from assistant to associate professor. He interned at a St. Louis hospital. He taught neurology and psychiatry to nursing students at Provident Hospital. He served as assistant medical director of the Victory Life Insurance Company from 1927 to 1929. As dean, he changed the curriculum at Howard University. He hired highly trained professors by offering generous starting salaries. He increased the acceptance standards for students. He proposed the integration of Howard University and Freedman's Hospital. The transfer of Freedmen's Hospital to Howard Medical School was completed in 1940. He served as a member of the National Medical Association, the board of directors of the Tuberculosis Association of the District of Columbia, the Advisory Health Council of Washington, the Council on Social Agencies, and the Cook County Physicians Association in Illinois. He was a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Sciences. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence #alphaphialpha https://www.instagram.com/p/Cow01d9Lsgc/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[k12academics]

Pitt-Bradford is a four-year undergraduate college that is part of the University of Pittsburgh system. The 470-acre tree-filled parklike campus is located near the Pennsylvania-New York border. Most students live on campus, where they can choose from a variety of housing options, make friends with students from other majors and backgrounds, and be part of the larger campus community.

Nursing students benefit from small hands-on classes and gain experience in local health-care settings. Many enjoy the professional and volunteer activities provided by the Student Nurse Organization. Academic support exists in the form of peer tutors, math and writing centers as well as an academic advising center and federal TRIO program to advise students with financial challenges, who are the first generation in their family to attend college, or who have a documented learning disability.

Pitt-Bradford students earn their degree from the University of Pittsburgh with the added value of more personal attention, lower tuition and safe campus full of natural beauty.

[laurencna]

Leading CNA Schools in Philadelphia: Your Guide to Launching a Rewarding Healthcare Career

**Title: Top CNA ‌Schools in Philadelphia:‍ Your Guide⁢ to Launching a Rewarding Healthcare Career**

**Introduction:** Are you considering a ​career in healthcare as ⁤a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)? Philadelphia, with its thriving healthcare industry, offers numerous opportunities for individuals ⁣looking to start a rewarding career in the field. However, finding the right CNA school is crucial​ to ensure that you receive the necessary education and training to excel in this role. In this ‍guide, we will‌ explore the top CNA schools‍ in Philadelphia to help you kickstart your healthcare career journey.

**Benefits of Becoming a CNA:** Before ⁢diving into the top CNA schools in Philadelphia, let’s first take a look at some⁤ of the benefits of becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant:

– Fulfilling work: As a CNA, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in⁣ the lives of‌ patients by providing essential care and support. – Job stability: The demand for CNAs​ is expected⁤ to grow significantly⁣ in the coming years, offering long-term job security. – Career advancement: Many CNAs use their experience as a stepping stone to ⁢pursue further education and advance their careers in healthcare.

**Top CNA Schools in Philadelphia:** 1. **Community College of Philadelphia (CCP)** ⁤ – Location: Various campuses in Philadelphia – Program: Nursing Assistant Training Program – Accreditation: Accredited by‍ the Pennsylvania Department of Education – Highlights: Hands-on training, experienced instructors, job ‌placement assistance

2. **Temple University** – Location: Philadelphia, PA – Program: Nurse Aide Training Program ⁤ ⁤ – ‌Accreditation: Approved by the Pennsylvania ‌Department of​ Education – Highlights: Comprehensive curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities, clinical experience opportunities

3. **Pennsylvania ⁤Institute of Technology (PIT)** – ​Location: Media, PA (near Philadelphia) ‍ – Program: Nurse Aide​ Training Program – Accreditation:⁤ Approved by‌ the Pennsylvania Department of Education – Highlights: Small class sizes, personalized instruction, career services support

**Practical Tips for‌ Choosing a⁣ CNA School:** – Consider the program length and schedule to ⁢ensure it ⁢fits your lifestyle and commitments. – Look⁢ for schools with experienced instructors and hands-on training opportunities. – Research the school’s reputation and accreditation to ensure quality education.

**Conclusion:** Choosing the ‍right CNA school ⁤is a crucial step towards launching a successful career ⁢in healthcare. ​By enrolling in one of the⁤ top CNA ‍schools in Philadelphia, ⁣you can receive the education and training needed​ to excel in this‌ rewarding ⁣profession. Consider the benefits of becoming a CNA, explore the top schools in the⁤ area, and follow practical tips to make⁤ an informed decision about your education and career path.Embark on ​your journey to a fulfilling healthcare career today!

https://trainingcna.org/leading-cna-schools-in-philadelphia-your-guide-to-launching-a-rewarding-healthcare-career/

[ayesha-gull]

STORY: THE HOUSE

This story is an example of how the life of a household in the UK changed after COVID-19. Its 7th March 2020, a puppy named Charlie gets adopted into the Geralds' house. Mr. Gerald is a doctor whilst Mrs. Gerald is a nurse working at ST. Thomas Hospital, London. They have a son named Connor who at the start of the pandemic, like the rest of the students globally was stuck at home in his messy room all day doing online classes. He is preparing to one day join his dream university, the University Of Pennsylvania to study medicine once the COVID chaos ends. One day, amidst the pandemic boredom, Mr. Gerald surprises Connar with a puppy named Charlie. Connar and Charlie soon became good friends and would often play in the backyard of their house. Mrs. Gerald was a phytophile and her passion could be seen by how lusciously green she kept her garden and the flourishing plants she cared for and grew at home. Baby Charlie is playing fetch with Connar when suddenly he gets distracted by a butterfly and falls. After a while, Mrs. Gerald calls Connar and Charlie for lunch. Charlie hesitantly faces his brand-new automatic food dispenser and gets frightened by the noise that it makes when pouring out food. As Charlie is eating his lunch, the Gerald's are at their table eating their lunch. Connars' parents are expressing how they are overworked and feel overwhelmed by the rise in the number of COVID-19 patients. As they are having their conversation, Charlie finishes his lunch and flops on his brand-new bed after a long day of playing fetch staring at his brand-new ball until sleep catches up to him. Time flies and it's now 7th March 2022. The lockdown has been lifted, and all schools and universities across the UK have reopened. People are slowly shifting back to modern life outside the comfort of their houses. A grown Charlie wakes up from his bed and gets up to stand next to his favorite ball which is now worn out. Charlie feels hungry and walks over to his automatic food dispenser which his owner forgot to refill. Sad, Charlie looks out of the window and sees his overgrown garden and dead plants that haven't been looked after. Charlie turns to pick up his ball and proceeds to make his way down the hallway into Connors room which is tidy and empty as Connar has left for university. Sad and feeling lonely, Charlie goes to the front door and sits by the window waiting for Mrs. Gerald to return home. At 9 pm, Mrs. Gerald arrives home where she finds Charlie waiting for her happily. However, Mrs. Gerald looks exhausted and is stressed out. She is talking on the phone to her landowner about the increased rent pricing. As she walks by, we catch a glimpse into the Gerald family by the portraits hung on the wall. We also found out that Mr. Gerald passed away after contracting COVID-19 from one of his patients. It's now past 12 pm, and we see Mrs. Gerald passed out on the couch with the TV on. Charlie is passed out on Mrs. Gerald's chest. We can see the dead plants, messy room, fast food and wine spilled on the carpet in the room. From overworking to help support her son's dream education to simultaneously trying to run the house alone whilst bearing the loss of her husband has had a toll on Mars Gerald's physical and mental health. The lack of time and care given to her house, plants and Charlie is evidence of that.