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Why aren't nursing schools teaching spirituality?

July 2, 2026

Nursing schools focus a lot on medical skills, but what about the human side of care? Students often learn how to check vitals and give medications, but many feel unsure about handling patients' spiritual needs. This gap exists even though research shows spirituality matters just as much as physical

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Nurses in Training: Tackling Stigma Against Substance Abuse

February 21, 2025

In the United States, one in six people grapples with substance use disorder (SUD). Nursing schools might not be doing enough to prepare future nurses for this reality. Why is that? Well, there's a big problem called stigma. It's a harsh judgment that can make people feel ashamed or discriminated ag