5 Reasons Why Horror Movies Are Healthy

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Horror movie blog October is here and with it comes Halloween and television marathons of horror movies and slasher films that can make the season a little frightening and a little fun. While some of us like these films and some of us really don’t as healthcare students it’s our job to find the healthy benefits in any […] Read More

Ways to Help Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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Every month the Allen School of Health Sciences is proud to support a great cause that may impact our friends, families, and patients as our students begin their new careers in the field of healthcare and October is no exception. Each October our campuses “Go Pink” to help support Breast Cancer Awareness. We also educate […] Read More

Types of Medical Assistant Careers

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Types of Medical Assistant Careers Medical assisting training programs have a relatively short training period, and prepare you to sit for the certification exam (CMA exam.) As a Certified Medical Assistant, the career potential is vast and rewarding, offering the ability to specialize in an array of healthcare fields and environments. For example, after certifying, an MA has the choice […] Read More

The Importance of Patient-Centered Care: A Story

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The Importance of Patient-Centered Care - A Story I worked in a dental office for years and I remember one patient that came in for dental care. She was a new patient and worked as a model. Her chief complaint was her front teeth were yellow and she wanted them to be bright white for her job. A quick tour of her mouth […] Read More

5 Tips to Find Success in Medical or Nurse Assisting

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Finding Success in School For many of our students the first module of classes can be challenging. It can be intimidating to have subject matter that is entirely outside of the scope of anything they’ve ever studied before. Learning new and seemingly difficult material can be almost overwhelming, but with just a few tips you can learn how to […] Read More

Should Adults Limit Their Screen Time?

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Should Adults Limit Their Screen Time? The vast majority of adults use technology during their work day as well as during their everyday lives. Is it possible to put limits on screen-time? Experts believe the average working adult spends close to 11 hours a day behind a screen and checks their phone an average of every 20 minutes. The bigger question […] Read More

Why Medical Assistants Are in Demand Now

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Medical assistant training programs offer a career that gives you the opportunity to help others while also providing variety and security in your career. Well-trained medical assistants are in high demand, with employment rates expected to grow by 29% from 2016 to 2026, according to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). This is […] Read More

How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster

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How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster Natural disasters can come in all forms from hurricanes, blizzards, and earthquakes just to name a few. Being PREPARED is essential! Preparedness happens on many levels:   Be Informed Review your local evacuation process to include alternative routes if necessary. Gather Important Contacts Be sure to have phone numbers of emergency management offices, local hospitals, […] Read More

Tips to Avoid The Flu

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Avoiding the Flu Blog As we head into the fall and weather starts to get cooler, we unfortunately also head into cold and flu season. You have enough going on in your life with work, home, and school, you definitely do not want to get sick as well if you can help it. So please read on for 7 […] Read More

How Critical Thinking Skills Apply to Healthcare

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What is Critical Thinking and Why is it Important? First, what is critical thinking? Critical Thinking Includes The skill to draw conclusions. The skill to troubleshoot and problem-solve. The capability to use skills or knowledge in a variety of situations. Examples of Everyday Critical Thinking Driving Thinking about what steps should to be taken to avoid an accident. Everyday Tasks  Creating a list that gives […] Read More