MBF uses tool to integrate spiritual care in partner facilities “Health is not just the absence of disease, it is a state of physical, psychological, social and spiritual well-being” (World Health Organization, Precis of discussion, 1948). Increased attention is being paid to providing spiritual care. Over the past 50 years,…
Nurses are Invaluable to Healthcare Given that the Labor Day holiday was celebrated in the U.S. earlier this week, it represents a good time to pause and reflect on the work nurses and those in the nursing profession do every day, worldwide. The World Health Organization estimates there are 20.7…
The Need to Elevate Nursing Research As nurses and midwives, we understand our accountability and responsibility for providing the best standard of care for our patients. Nursing research can better inform that path to quality healthcare. Yet, there seems to be a gap between the unmet health priorities and the…
Nursing Research Advisory Panel Launched at Leadership Conference It is widely accepted that the goal of nursing research is to achieve better standards of care for patients. Yet, the changing landscape of health and healthcare delivery in the 21st century, makes advancing the scientific base of nursing practice across the…
Maternal Mortality Part II: Innovative advances for management of postpartum hemorrhage This is Part two of the series to create greater awareness around the problem of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH). Last week, the causes, risk factors and preventions for PPH were reviewed. This week, treatments will be examined including a breakthrough…
Maternal Mortality Part I: Four Primary Causes of Postpartum Hemorrhage More than 800 women die every day around the world from pregnancy or childbirth related complications. The INSIGHT series on Maternal Mortality was launched in February of this year to bring attention to a critical health problem that affects nursing…
An Emerging Leader’s Perspective– Improving Healthcare Access for the Underserved We are excited to continue the story of Danta Bien-Aimé, an emerging nurse leader from Haiti who is passionate about improving the quality and delivery of healthcare in underserved communities. Last week, we shared her inspiring journey from Gonaïves, Haiti…
Learn from an emerging nurse leader inspiring the next generation There is a great demand globally for nurse leaders with enhanced skills who can manage the increasingly complex disease burden that challenges the delivery and quality of patient care. At the Mary K Center for Global Nursing Development, we work…
Motivational presentations on impacting healthcare in Kenya and other regions of Africa highlighted leadership growth and educational opportunities for nurses and midwives. “Nurses must be seen as leaders, influencers, advocates and change agents… nurses must pursue these roles from the bedside to the boardroom, from the breakroom to the classroom.”…
St. Paul’s University in Kenya has forged a commitment to empowering nurses through leadership-oriented education St. Paul’s University formally launched the inaugural class of 49 students for its Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Regular) program during a colorful ceremony that took place June 13 during the opening ceremonies for the…
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