Harm Reduction in Healthcare: Lessons from Narcan Training and Public Health Initiatives

When I first got involved with harm reduction efforts, I didn’t realize how much it would shape my perspective on healthcare. As a nursing student, I had the opportunity to participate in a public health initiative that trained college students to administer Narcan, the life-saving medication that reverses opioid overdoses. At the time, I saw […]
From Anatomy TA to Bedside Nurse: How Teaching Strengthens Clinical Skills

When I first became an undergraduate teaching assistant for anatomy and physiology, I saw it as a way to reinforce my own knowledge while helping others grasp complex material. At the time, I didn’t realize how much that experience would shape my approach to nursing. Standing in front of students, breaking down intricate concepts, and […]