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If you are looking to enter the healthcare industry, you need more than just admissions requirements and step-by-step guides. You need to catch up on what’s happening in healthcare and that changes all the time. 

The HealthcareDegree.com blog tackles topics relevant to both those joining the healthcare field and those already working within it. From updated salary figures to ongoing regulatory battles to interviews with professionals, we cover the issues that matter. Check out some of the posts below to learn more about where the healthcare industry is at right now, where it is headed, and how it all affects you.

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    2025 Most Affordable Online Family NP Programs (FNP)

    January 15, 2025

    To help students find affordable online family nurse practitioner (FNP) programs, we’ve outlined the most affordable in-state and out-of-state online FNP programs in 2025.

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    2025 Most Affordable Online Psychiatric-Mental Health NP Programs

    January 2, 2025

    To help students find affordable online psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) programs, we’ve outlined the top 15 most affordable in-state and out-of-state online PMHNP programs in 2025.

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    Best Allied Health Degrees in 2025

    December 27, 2024

    The allied health field is rapidly expanding, offering diverse career opportunities for those interested in healthcare beyond traditional roles like doctors and nurses. Allied health professionals are integral to the healthcare system, providing essential services such as diagnostics, therapy, and support. Pursuing an allied health degree allows students to specialize in medical imaging, occupational therapy, and respiratory care, among others.

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    Online Healthcare MBA Programs Ranked by Affordability (2025)

    December 18, 2024

    These online programs ranked by affordability can be a viable alternative to more expensive programs while still receiving an excellent education and providing the flexibility working professionals need to balance work, family, and higher education demands.

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    Healthcare Innovations to Watch in 2025

    December 3, 2024

    The increasing demand for healthcare services due to an aging population and a rise in chronic diseases is straining existing infrastructure. This challenge and the need for greater affordability and access, particularly in underserved communities, underscores the urgency for innovation. Technology, specifically artificial intelligence (AI), telemedicine, and wearable devices, offers pathways to alleviate these pressures, but integration into current systems presents its own challenges.

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    What Are the Top-paying Biomedical and Laboratory Careers?

    November 18, 2024

    Top-paying biomedical and laboratory careers require dedication to the craft and post-baccalaureate education.

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    National Diabetes Month: Advancements in Prevention & Care

    October 29, 2024

    Diabetes is a chronic condition characterized by the body’s inability to properly process blood glucose due to inadequate insulin production or because the body becomes resistant to insulin. This metabolic disorder is primarily categorized into two types.

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    Internal Medicine Specialties & Subspecialties: What to Know

    October 18, 2024

    While internal medicine may not possess the same flashy allure as other specialties, such as surgery or dermatology, it is an extraordinary choice for those dedicated to comprehensive patient care. Internists are often seen as detectives of medicine, focusing on the intricate details of patient health and the interplay of multifaceted conditions.

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    What Healthcare Students Should Know About the Social Determinants of Health

    August 16, 2024

    Understanding the social determinants of health is essential for healthcare professionals in providing high-quality, comprehensive care to their patients.

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    Health Unit Coordinator Week 2024 – Advocacy Guide

    August 12, 2024

    For those interested in healthcare careers, becoming a health unit coordinator is an excellent way to learn about healthcare professions while gaining valuable experience.