Posts by PCNA
Should We Be Concerned About Dietary Sugar and CVD?
A recent article in the Journal of the American Medical Association found studies as far back as the 1960’s suggesting that sugar may contribute to the development of cardiovascular disease.S
Read MoreExperiences in Advocacy by Alethea Hill
Advocating for the care of patients, families, communities, and populations is rewarding, yet hard work. It allows me to make incremental strides toward preservation of health and wellness for each person I encounter.
Read MoreMember Profile: Julie Chesterwood
A typical day involves being prepared, flexible and creative! Anticipating patients’ needs and meeting them even in the simplest ways can have a huge impact.
Read More2016 Nursing Research Grant Winner Announced
Congratulations to Lynn Baniak, PhD, RN on being award the 2016 Nursing Research Grant.
Read MoreMember Profile: Sally Foland
I liken our leadership to a flock of Canadian geese, who take turns being at the front to keep the flock headed in the right direction.
Read MoreNew Movement Recommendations from the American Diabetes Association
Most notable is intersperse periods of sitting with at least three minutes of light physical activity every 30 minutes.
Read MorePCNA to Host Two Joint Sessions at AHA Scientific Sessions
PCNA has hosted joint sessions with AHA since 2012, when we were part of the first joint session held with a nursing organization.
Read MorePCNA Releases Supplement on Global Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
The Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association (PCNA) in partnership with the American Heart Association Council on Cardiovascular Nursing, the World Heart Federation and the Council on Cardiovascular Nursing and Allied Professionals,…
Read MoreNurse Leaders Gather in Barcelona to Tackle Global Cardiovascular Disease
A new CDC Vital Signs report reveals that at least 25 percent of Medicare Part D beneficiaries are not taking their blood pressure medicine as directed, which could have deadly consequences.
Read MoreSaturated Fats; Bad, Good or Indifferent?
Recommendations regarding dietary fats have been challenged in recent years. What do studies say?
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