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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Online Healthcare MBA Programs Ranked by Affordability (2025)
December 18, 2024These 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, 2024The 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, 2024Top-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, 2024Diabetes 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, 2024While 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, 2024Understanding 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, 2024For those interested in healthcare careers, becoming a health unit coordinator is an excellent way to learn about healthcare professions while gaining valuable experience.
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The Future is Small: What is Nanomedicine?
July 17, 2024Nanomedicine is a groundbreaking field at the intersection of molecular science and healthcare, revolutionizing how diseases are diagnosed and treated at the nanoscale.
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Does 3D Bioprinting Work? Insights & Applications
May 8, 2024At first glance, 3D bioprinting might seem like a concept straight out of a science fiction novel. The notion that we can now print living tissues, organs, and constructs using bio-inks and printers is a groundbreaking leap in medical science and technology. This innovative process transcends traditional boundaries, offering not just a new way to create and test drugs but also holding the promise of revolutionizing organ transplantation.
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National Skilled Nurses Week 2024 – Advocacy Guide
May 3, 2024Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) are often thought of as the backbone of long-term care facilities due to their crucial role in ensuring that patients receive proper attention and care.