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Class of 2024: For Jennifer Cousins, VCU is a family affair in the spirit of care

Dec. 16, 2024

The former teacher joined her two children on campus, pursuing a nursing degree inspired by her daughter’s medical journey.

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Making the holidays inclusive for loved ones experiencing cognitive decline

Dec. 13, 2024

Recognizing how difficult the holiday season can be, VCU gerontology experts share ways to support older adults and their caregivers.

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Class of 2024: Haley Austin gravitated toward nursing to play a more active role in patient care

Dec. 10, 2024

Austin started their career as a Spanish medical interpreter and was inspired by the nurses around them. This prompted a career switch, aided by VCU.

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Nurse researcher talks dementia care breakthroughs on With Good Reason

Nov. 21, 2024

Lana Sargent, Ph.D., RN, discusses breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s treatment and how science is shifting from managing symptoms to transforming cognitive health after diagnosis.

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Nursing scholarship aims to support women’s health

Nov. 18, 2024

The Carola Bruflat Advanced Practice Nursing Scholarship supports graduate nursing students pursuing careers in advanced practice nursing roles or specialties with a preference to students interested in women’s health or in health policy.

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Nurse practitioner students partner with schools and health district to provide essential student health services

Nov. 15, 2024

Earlier this year, dozens of VCU nurse practitioner students helped Richmond families meet back-to-school health requirements while gaining valuable hands-on experience in community healthcare.

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Governor Youngkin signs proclamation honoring Nurse Practitioner Week at VCU School of Nursing

Nov. 12, 2024

Nurse Practitioner Week underscores the vital role of nurse practitioners in advancing health care access and quality for Virginians.

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Army Reserves and VCU School of Nursing are a powerful force for cadet Emily Smith

Nov. 11, 2024

The undergraduate senior envisions deploying on medical support missions, which combine service to country and others.

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Answering the call: How VCU’s health sciences campus is unlike any other

Oct. 30, 2024

Leaders from VCU Health and VCU’s health sciences schools share their perspectives on how a dedication to academic excellence, collaborative innovation and compassionate care impact students, patients and the greater community.

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‘What you’re doing really matters’: VCU and VCU Health staff recognized for their work in the community

Oct. 25, 2024

Honorees included several community health partnerships, including a blood pressure student education program and mobile health and wellness initiative.