Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that only pregnant women get. If not treated, it can cause problems for mothers and babies. Gestational diabetes developsin 2% to 10% of all pregnancies but usually disappears when a pregnancy is over. Source: http://apps.nccd.cdc.gov/DDTSTRS/default.aspx
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Each year at Veterans Day, The Gypsy Nurse likes to mention those in our nursing profession that serve the greater good. Those that sacrifice their lives, their loved ones and their families each and every day for their dedication to the US Military. Not all are Veterans, not all are even Military. Today, we hear a story of one civilian nurse that is also part of a Military family. To all of the Veteran Nurses, civilian nurses and to our brave men and women fighting in what sometimes seems, un-endless wars: Thank you for your service to our country! She’s In The Navy Now! Written by: Julie Cunningham, RN I am a Lieutenant in the Navy Nurse Corp. I have been a nurse for 15 years; labor and delivery most of the time, NICU on occasion, ER sometimes and ICU when the going gets tough! I am a Reservist and have worked both stateside and overseas. I live in Oklahoma, and do travel nursing when not on deployment. I just came home from Guam on deployment and will leave to go back again next month. I joined the Navy Nurse Corp 3 years ago to broaden my experiences as a nurse while serving my country. I have worked in “tent clinics” literally setup by hand hours before accepting patients all the way to full hospitals on bases. The biggest contrast from civilan nursing is the lack of “things.” And by things I mean anyTHING! As nurses, we learn to make due when supplies are short or equipment […]
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Type 2 diabetes, which was previously called non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) or adult-onset diabetes, may account for about 90% to 95% of all diagnosed cases of diabetes. Source: http://apps.nccd.cdc.gov/DDTSTRS/default.aspx
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Great things are happening in the Travel Nursing Community. In an effort to promote travel nurse socialization and support, The Gypsy Nurse Ambassador Program was born. As a part of the Gypsy Nurse Ambassador Program, we have organized events happening all over the country. The Gypsy Nurse Ambassadors work hard to bring you exciting and fun events as frequently as possible. In addition to meeting other Gypsy Nurses and having a Great time, you can earn your Gypsy Bracelet and Charm by attending an Ambassador sponsored event! Halloween in Salem Mass Dresden, TN This event was organized by your Gypsy Ambassador cheryl Gypsies met up at the Witch Museum and did a tour, was quite fascinating, then we all went to a 3D Haunted house, It was different but, not scary. Then we all went to The Village Tavern for some food and a drink, socialized awhile. We then headed to the Local Village Mall. There was alot of Tarot cards readers and fortune tellers. We got a few souvenirs here. We then went to the Witch Mansion haunted house which is rated #1 in New England. We did some people watching as there were alot of unique costumes. We attempted to go on a Ghost hunt but the tour guide was very late getting back from last tour so got a refund and people watched some more. we ended the night with Fireworks. Attendees were: Cheryl and Tim Hurt, Tina Hall, Kristine Kelso and her daughter Maya, Jennifer Wright and Nick Hogan Your […]
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Here is your weekend report. This is a round-up and overview of this weeks Travel Nurse happenings with all of the weekly posts in one place for easy navigation. Don’t forget, if you have questions or comments or material that you would like to see covered on Gypsy Nurse, let me know in the comments below. I hope you have enjoyed the content this week. Don’t forget to follow me via Facebook or Twitter (or both) to get the most recent content as it’s posted. Have a great weekend and I’ll be back on Monday. Weekly Nursing Vital Signs: What’s new and happening in the News Diabetes Proverbs Dress up like a Gypsy: Contest Shift Change in a Flash Meet Cast Member Tyrice of MTV’s “Scrubbing In” Travel Nurse Destination Report: Bon Secour St Mary’s Check out the Staffing Agency Submissions in the Directory Have you worked for any of the companies listed? If so, please fill out a review! If you would like to see your company listed in the directory, send them the submission link. I hope you’ve enjoyed this weeks edition of Travel Nursing Happenings. Stay tuned next week for additional great content! Have a great weekend.
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Type 1 diabetes, which was previously called insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) or juvenile-onset diabetes, may account for about 5% of all diagnosed cases of diabetes. Source: http://apps.nccd.cdc.gov/DDTSTRS/default.aspx
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Each year at Veterans Day, The Gypsy Nurse likes to mention those in our nursing profession that serve the greater good. Those that sacrifice their lives, their loved ones and their families each and every day for their dedication to the US Military. Not all are Veterans, not all are even Military. Today, we hear a story of one civilian nurse that is also part of a Military family. To all of the Veteran Nurses, civilian nurses and to our brave men and women fighting in what sometimes seems, un-endless wars: Thank you for your service to our country I’m A Civilian nurse for the Department of Defense Written by: Laurel Stark Byers RN BSN I care for patients within the military family. I am no different from other nurses with the exception of having top security clearance and working at a military secured facility. All personnel share a deep sense of pride, honor and love for our country. Every morning and evening, we observe a moment of silence and reflect on those whom have served our country and those who have given the ultimate sacrifice, as the flag is lowered and raised. I am a nurse. Nursing is more than a profession, a college degree, endless certifications and training, it’s a desire and a need to assist and care for people. It’s setting aside everything in your world for a shift without reservation and making a real difference in someone’s life using your education, training and bedside manner. Specifically as […]
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What are the symptoms of diabetes? People who think they might have diabetes must visit a physician for diagnosis. They might have SOME or NONE of the following symptoms: Frequent urination Excessive thirst Unexplained weight loss Extreme hunger Sudden vision changes Tingling or numbness in hands or feet Feeling very tired much of the time Very dry skin Sores that are slow to heal More infections than usual. Nausea, vomiting, or stomach pains may accompany some of these symptoms in the abrupt onset of insulin-dependent diabetes, now called type 1 diabetes. Source: http://apps.nccd.cdc.gov/DDTSTRS/default.aspx
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