Steven Briggs, Author at Scrubs | The Leading Lifestyle Magazine for the Healthcare Community

Steven Briggs is a healthcare writer for Scrubs Magazine, hailing from Brooklyn, NY. With both of his parents working in the healthcare industry, Steven writes about the various issues and concerns facing the industry today.

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Patient Sets His Bed on Fire to Get Nurse’s Attention

John King was an inpatient at AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, who had felt ignored by hospital staff. To ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 250

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Patient Plays the Violin During Brain Surgery

Brain surgery remains one of the riskiest procedures in the medical field. The slightest inaccuracy could permanently affect the patient’s ability to control ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 200

Captain Jason Straw USAF, NC (Retired), BSN

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NOBC Nurse Profile: Jason Straw

Captain Jason Straw USAF, NC (Retired), BSN Disability Party Medical Adviser, Hoosier Veterans for Medical Cannabis District 5 Leader, Higher Fellowship Medical Adviser, ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 200

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Teen Dating Awareness Month: Keeping Kids Safe

February is Teen Dating Awareness Month, so we thought we’d spend some time talking about teen dating violence and how it can be ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 180

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What Is Patient “Hotspotting” and Can It Reduce the Price of Care?

“Hotspotting” has become quite a buzzword in the healthcare setting lately, as providers continue to search for ways to improve the quality of ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 170

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Situation Critical: FDA Warns of Hacking Threats to Remote Medical Devices

As a care provider, you’re likely all too familiar with the idea of telehealth and the Internet of Things. You can use digital ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 140

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The Power of Paychecks: Raising the Minimum Wage to Combat Suicide

A new study suggests that raising the minimum wage could help prevent thousands of suicides across the country every year – even if ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 130

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Should You Recommend CBD to Your Patients?

You’ve probably seen dozens of products and beverages containing CBD over the last couple years. CBD stands for cannabidiol, one of the main ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 120

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American Heart Month: Warning Signs Your Patients Need Screenings

February is officially known as American Heart Month, a national campaign that’s all about raising awareness for heart-healthy lifestyles. As the effort is ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 110

Nursing Blogs

Coronavirus 101: Protecting Yourself from Infection

The coronavirus is quickly spreading throughout mainland China, having infected more than 31,000 people in the region. There are now at least 12 ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 100

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Patient Sets His Bed on Fire to Get Nurse’s Attention

Patient Plays the Violin During Brain Surgery

NOBC Nurse Profile: Jason Straw

Teen Dating Awareness Month: Keeping Kids Safe

What Is Patient “Hotspotting” and Can It Reduce the Price of Care?

Situation Critical: FDA Warns of Hacking Threats to Remote Medical Devices

The Power of Paychecks: Raising the Minimum Wage to Combat Suicide

Should You Recommend CBD to Your Patients?

American Heart Month: Warning Signs Your Patients Need Screenings

Coronavirus 101: Protecting Yourself from Infection

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