In Part 2, we shift from theory to impact, focusing on how cultural competence helps build trust, strengthen relationships, and improve patient outcomes.
In Part 1, we break down what cultural competency is, where it comes from, and why it still matters. In today’s healthcare system, it might be one of the most important skills a nurse practitioner can have.
Today’s youth are experiencing a mental health crisis that needs dedicated attention. According to the CDC, many students are at risk of facing the harm that comes from struggling with mental health concerns.
“In 2023, female students and LGBTQ+ students...
Promoting healthcare equity can come in many forms. From supporting underrepresented communities to providing accessible accommodation for patients with disabilities, there are many strategies that NPs can implement. Thankfully, technology has evolved to allow for the existence of many...
Healthcare is one of the most important foundations for a person’s well-being, yet not everyone is equipped to understand it. In the U.S. alone, only 12% of adults are “proficiently health literate.” According to research from the Milken Institute,...
Not every condition can be solved by medicine alone. As NPs work to provide holistic care for their patients, some cases may have several factors at play, including the patient’s current living situation. In fact, social determinants of health...
Health misinformation is one of the most prevalent obstacles healthcare professionals are facing today. According to a survey from KFF, 40% of respondents reported hearing each of the false claims provided by the survey regarding “COVID-19, reproductive health, and...
2024 saw the NP profession continue to grow into one of the most popular healthcare fields, but it has not been without its challenges.
These top 10 reads from the past year provide essential insights and strategies for NPs as...
Substance use is one of the most stigmatized health concerns—yet it’s one of the most prevalent. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime has reported a recent increase in drug use, with 60 million people across the world...
Youth mental health is in a state of constant crisis. Whether it’s rooted in stress from school violence, the weight of academic demands, bullying, or even poverty, the American youth has seen an unsettling decrease in mental health.
In the...
