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5 Reasons to Attend the 2017 Cardiovascular Nursing Symposium

By PCNA | January 31, 2017

You can earn 22 continuing education credits at the Cardiovascular Nursing Symposium, where you’ll find inspiration, rejuvenation, networking and fun. But if that’s not enough for you, consider the following 5 reasons to attend.

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Profile of a Member: Regina Dowling

By PCNA | January 9, 2017

Regina Dowling takes a trip down memory lane that everyone will enjoy.

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Should We Be Concerned About Dietary Sugar and CVD?

By PCNA | January 6, 2017

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

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William Haskell, PhD to speak at the 23rd Annual Cardiovascular Nursing Symposium

By PCNA | January 6, 2017

Dr. Haskell’s session, Physical Activity: The Magic Bullet! will serve as a call to action for nurses to make physical activity assessment and education a routine part of patient care.

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Experiences in Advocacy by Alethea Hill

By PCNA | December 6, 2016

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.

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2016 Nursing Research Grant Winner Announced

By PCNA | December 5, 2016

Congratulations to Lynn Baniak, PhD, RN on being award the 2016 Nursing Research Grant.

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Member Profile: Julie Chesterwood

By PCNA | December 5, 2016

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.

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Member Profile: Sally Foland

By PCNA | November 8, 2016

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.

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New Movement Recommendations from the American Diabetes Association

By PCNA | November 7, 2016

Most notable is intersperse periods of sitting with at least three minutes of light physical activity every 30 minutes.

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PCNA to Host Two Joint Sessions at AHA Scientific Sessions

By PCNA | November 3, 2016

PCNA has hosted joint sessions with AHA since 2012, when we were part of the first joint session held with a nursing organization.

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