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John Roszkowski

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John Roszkowski is a freelance writer and editor. He has more than 30 years of editorial experience having previously worked as a news reporter, editor and content manager for newspapers, healthcare and business blogs, and other publications. He worked for many years as a reporter at daily and weekly newspapers. He currently works as a freelance copy editor for an educational consulting firm.

The ANA’s Nurses Month Activities Focus on Recognition, Support

By John Roszkowski

The American Nurses Association is continuing their tradition of shining a spotlight on the contributions of the nation’s registered nurses during Nurses Month in May.

Nurses Week and Month Celebrate Pioneers, Focus on Future

By John Roszkowski

Well-known nursing organizations are celebrating Nurses Week and Nurses Month in May by recognizing nurse pioneers and focusing on the future.

3 Potential Benefits of CBD for Nurses

By John Roszkowski

Nursing is physically and emotionally taxing. Can CBD, or cannabidiol, help relieve the aches, pains, and anxiety many nurses experience? Some say yes.

Nurse Volunteers Help Victims of Conflict in Ukraine

By John Roszkowski

Compelled by a desire to help, nurse volunteers from the U.S. did not hesitate to jump on a plane to help victims of the war in Ukraine.

Future of Nursing Report Calls for Greater Health Equity, Diversity

By John Roszkowski

A new Future of Nursing report outlines key issues and goals for the nursing profession, including reducing healthcare inequities and improving outcomes.

Infection Control and Prevention: Pandemic Reawakens an Urgency

By John Roszkowski

Infection control experts hope the lessons learned from COVID-19 will not be forgotten and will result in increased vigilance about infection prevention.

Lehigh Valley Health Network nurses receive honors

By John Roszkowski

Art helps nursing, medical students strengthen observation skills, DePaul study finds

By John Roszkowski

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