Use of e-cigarettes — also known as “vaping” — is linked to increased risk of hip, spine and wrist fractures, according to US News & World Report. Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh examined data from more than 5,500 health survey participants and found that those who reported using e-cigarettes were 46 percent more likely to experience fractures. More research is needed to determine whether the e-cigarettes directly cause fractures, but physicians urge users to quit regardless.
The Inspiring Story of Travel Nurses Who Cared for Mardi Gras Revelers in New Orleans
Before virtual health technology made travel nursing a much more accessible profession, there were nurses who journeyed to other places for the best interest of their patients. One such group of nurses made history when they took part in one of America’s most...
