In our efforts to spread Christmas cheer, Stanbridge College REACH is once again partnering with Toys for Tots to host a Christmas Toy Drive for children in need in our Orange County community. To children, Christmas is a special time of year when they wish that Santa will have the perfect toy waiting for them […]
Most people today, both young and old have an increased risk for carpal tunnel syndrome or CTS. According to the American Occupational Therapy Association CTS “is a term that refers to nerve compression in their wrists, hands and/or fingers that result in pain, a burning sensation, numbness and/or tingling.” Causes can be from a repetitive […]
Are you a good communicator? In a nurse’s daily interactions with patients, the ability to communicate in a clear manner is vital. The next time you communicate with a patient, be mindful of these suggestions from NurseZone: Communication goes both ways. Engage patients in a dialogue; help them understand and come to a decision about […]
Standbridge University announces the quarterly Favorite Charity Contest where students, faculty and staff are encouraged to nominate their favorite charity and tell us why the Stanbridge community should contribute to its mission. Please post a nomination for your favorite charity on the Stanbridge University Facebook page. All Facebook submissions will be a part of the […]
Google recently published a report based on its research into identifying malicious websites. The company routinely flags malicious websites as part of its attempts to warn search engine users of potential dangers, but this report suggests that hackers are using new methods to avoid flagging. Many methods exist to discover malware, and the report dissects […]
This holiday season, Stanbridge College asks you to help us serving a warm Thanksgiving meal to hundreds of homeless and needy in Orange County. On November 26th, Stanbridge College is once again partnering with Mariners Outreach to prepare and serve food to over 400 people. These people do not have the luxury of a warm […]
Many people who have had an injury and have taken time off of work are faced with the challenge of returning to work without having the time to fully heal or recover. The American Occupational Therapy Association believes that a transitional work program for those who are in this situation works best to ensure that […]
An interesting opinion piece by Bill Santamour at Hospitals and Health Networks discusses the ever-present generational issues that healthcare professionals face. Today, however, Santamour notes that there is an increased diversity amongst age groups, with coworkers ranging from just-graduated 20-something Millenials to the “Matures” born before 1946. While the assumption is that this “generation gap” […]
Stanbridge College is asking for your help in providing a little Christmas cheer to our troops currently serving overseas. On Friday, November 18th we need volunteers to help pack over 100 Christmas stocking care packages. Stanbridge College is partnering with Words of Comfort, Hope and Promise to send these packages to the 5th Marine Headquarters, […]
In its next OS launch, Microsoft is likely taking advantage of cloud technology to stymie attempts at piracy. Windows 8 will not only change from product keys checked against a simple .txt file on the install disk; online authentication will be mandatory. Part of the operating system might not even be available until the OS […]