Category: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
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A New Beginning: Navy Corpsman to PA in a Roundabout Way
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Meet Willie Dodson, a former Navy Hospital Corpsman who returned to school in his late fifties to become a Physician Associate, following a path with striking parallels to the first PA class.
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5 Powerful Ways to Reduce Implicit Bias for Better Patient Care
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Implicit bias can shape clinical interactions and treatment decisions without conscious intent. Explore practical ways clinicians and caregivers can recognize assumptions, challenge blind spots, and support more equitable patient care.
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Creating More Accessible Care: The Story Behind Our New Nursing Series
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What does accessible healthcare look like in practice? Explore how the new Osmosis series, Caring for Patients with Disabilities, provides realistic case studies to help you learn how to recognize barriers, adapt communication, respect autonomy, and create more inclusive patient experiences.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Health-related misinformation
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Health misinformation can influence treatment decisions and patient outcomes in powerful ways. Explore this NCLEX-style question on evidence-based care, patient education, and the nurse’s role in combating misinformation.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Meconium aspiration syndrome
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A newborn is suspected of having meconium aspiration syndrome. Can you identify the diagnostic test most commonly used to support the diagnosis in this NCLEX-RN scenario?
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How to Combat Racial Disparities in Maternal Health: 6 Key Strategies
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Black women in the US experience significantly higher rates of pregnancy-related complications and death than other groups. Explore the factors driving these disparities and the evidence-based strategies that can help improve maternal health equity.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Reverse isolation
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Why are some patients placed in reverse isolation? Explore this NCLEX-RN style question on infection prevention, protective precautions, and caring for immunocompromised patients.
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Small Communication Choices That Improve Patient Care
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Small communication choices can have a lasting impact on patient trust, understanding, and care experiences. Discover practical strategies for creating more respectful, empathetic, and patient-centered interactions.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Therapeutic communication
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Therapeutic communication may sound simple, but many get it wrong. Can you identify the best response? Explore common misconceptions, real-world communication pitfalls, and how nurses build trust in this question of the day.
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A Hidden History of Medicine: Unethical Experiments on Black Communities
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Medicine’s history isn’t just a story of discovery and innovation. Many major medical advances were shaped by racism, exploitation, and unethical experimentation on Black communities. Understanding this history and its lasting impact is essential to building a more ethical, equitable, and trustworthy healthcare system today.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Pain management
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A hospitalized patient receives IV morphine after reporting severe pain. What’s the most appropriate way to evaluate if his pain management is working?
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Health literacy
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Review this RN-focused look at promoting health literacy through plain-language materials, visuals, and timely follow-up, with practical tips for effective patient education.
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The History of Nursing: From Early Caregiving to Professional Practice
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From ancient healers to modern healthcare leaders, nursing has transformed medicine through compassion, science, and innovation. Explore how this essential profession continues to shape the future of care.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Culturally competent care
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When culturally competent care situations arise in diverse patient populations, a practical approach matters. Learn how nurses structure history, apply key cultural clues, and design respectful care plans that honor beliefs while ensuring safe, effective treatment and clear communication.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Depression
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This NCLEX-RN® question of the day explores how nurses evaluate and implement a plan of care for a patient with depression, emphasizing pharmacologic and psychotherapeutic strategies, patient participation, and the therapeutic nurse-patient relationship.
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How to Become a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)
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Find out what it takes to become a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE), from RN licensure to specialized forensic training. Explore certification pathways, essential skills, and the critical role SANEs play in trauma-informed care and evidence collection.
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Before You Wear the White Coat: The Powerful History of DOs
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Trace the emergence of osteopathic medicine from 19th-century reform to a modern, nationwide profession. Learn how DOs integrate hands-on osteopathic manipulation with a holistic, patient-centered approach that complements traditional medical training.
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What It’s Like to Live with a Rare Autonomic Disorder
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RN, OHLI and aspiring NP Kaitlyn Conway shares how autoimmune autonomic ganglionopathy disrupted her life along with recovering from a subsequent stroke. Her journey highlights the importance of listening to patients and empathizing with them while they’re dealing with the effects of chronic illness.
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How to Become a Culturally Competent Clinician
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Learn practical strategies to deliver equitable, patient-centered care in a diverse world, including addressing Social Determinants of Health (SDOH), strengthening cultural competence in clinical practice, recognizing implicit (unconscious) bias, improving communication, and advancing patient advocacy.
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A History of Internal Medicine: From Physical Exams to Precision Medicine
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Trace internal medicine’s journey from bedside exams by candlelight to cutting-edge precision care. Discover how pioneers and technology shaped this vital specialty.
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How Marsha Linehan’s Struggle with BPD Led to DBT and a New Way to Heal
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Explore Marsha Linehan’s journey from living with BPD to developing Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a therapy combining acceptance and change to heal emotional pain.
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A Short History of Surgical Medicine: From Trepanation to Professional Specialty
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Trace the evolution of surgery from ancient skull surgeries to modern robotic techniques, highlighting key pioneers and emerging future trends.
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A History of Obstetrics and Gynecology: From Ancient Midwifery to Modern Medicine
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Read about the history of obstetrics and gynecology and how OBGYN evolved from traditional midwifery to a high-tech specialty shaped by pioneering figures and cultural shifts.
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Supporting LGBTQ+ Patients Through Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
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Explore how LGBTQ+ patients face unique barriers in cancer diagnosis and treatment, and learn ways you can foster inclusivity and improve patient outcomes.
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Preventive Health Screenings for LGBTQ+ Patients: What You Need to Know
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Explore best practices for delivering inclusive healthcare to LGBTQ+ patients, focusing on key screenings, addressing disparities, and supporting mental and physical well-being.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Gender-inclusive care
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Prep for the NCLEX-RN® exam by understanding how to provide gender-inclusive care for transgender clients. Learn the key actions to take, including proper communication strategies and ensuring appropriate medical treatment, to foster a supportive environment for all patients.
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The Best Resolutions for Healthcare Students in 2025
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Embrace the opportunity to thrive in your medical education with crucial resolutions tailored to healthcare students. From prioritizing self-care and enhancing clinical skills to fostering professional relationships and engaging in lifelong learning, these strategies will help you excel in your journey as a future healthcare professional.
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Dispelling Disability Myths: Helpful Insights for Aspiring Healthcare Professionals
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According to the CDC, approximately one in four US adults will experience a disability at some point in their lives. Despite how common disability is, people with disabilities face ongoing misconceptions and biases that contribute to existing disparities in healthcare access and quality. It’s crucial to address and dispel these…
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Social Determinants of Health: Social and Community Context
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Learn about the vital role of education in health outcomes, the challenges of educational disparities, and strategies to promote equitable access.
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Social Determinants of Health: Economic Stability
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Learn about the impact of economic stability on health, the challenges faced by underserved populations, and strategies to improve healthcare access and equity.