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Support for those recovering from the mental effects of COVID-19
While there is much talk about the physical symptoms COVID-19 patients experience, the mental effect of COVID-19 are often overlooked. However, they are just as…
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Lynn Shaefer’s story: Coming back from COVID-19
Even though she appeared to be at low-risk of developing complications from COVID-19, Lynn Schaefer describes herself as “one of those people.” She wore a…
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Victor Short’s story: Standing tall after stroke
Stand tall—it’s a mantra Victor Short’s therapist repeatedly preached to him. However, it’s something he feared he would never do again after his stroke. At…
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Meet our OEAA Southwest regional winner: Nate Moyer
When Nate Moyer graduated from high school, everyone assumed he would work in manufacturing like the rest of his family. He did at first, but…
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When should you call 911?
Determining when it’s appropriate to call 911 can be challenging at any time, but the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has brought even more uncertainty. Fear of…
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Meet our OEAA Southeast region winner: Cari Howze
Being a wound care nurse is not for the faint of heart, but that hasn’t stopped Cari Howze from putting her whole heart into the…
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Meet our South Central region OEAA winner: Yonbria Pierre
When Yonbria Pierre decided to make the move from nursing to case management, it wasn’t for the typical reason. Instead of seeking more stable hours,…
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Meet our Northeast OEAA winner: Kwame Kuffour
When asked what makes Kwame Kuffour so special, Florence Oppong often recalls one of his interactions with a patient at Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliate…
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Meet our MidAtlantic OEAA winner: Pam Smith
Pam Smith may just be the doting aunt her patients always wanted. During her nearly 15 years as a nurse at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital…
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How MS patients can benefit from inpatient rehabilitation
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, often progressive and debilitating disease that affects over a million Americans. Typically, management includes comprehensive medical and pharmacologic regimen…