Feb. 12, 2013
School launches new DNP program area
Feb. 12, 2013 Columbia, Mo. — The University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing (MU SSON) is launching a new online doctoral program area with a $250,000 investment from the university. The new nursing leadership and innovations in health care area of study within the current doctor of nursing practice (DNP) program will allow students to prepare for nurse executive roles. “The complexity of today’s health care systems demand that top nurse executives receive doctoral preparation,” said Judith Fitzgerald Miller, MU SSON dean. “Nurse executives must be able to manage complex information systems, reimbursement for care and safety challenges and…
Jan. 29, 2013
Low-income Pregnant Women in Rural Areas Experience High Levels of Stress; Mothers’ and Babies’ Health at Risk, MU Researcher Says
Jan. 29, 2013 Story Contact(s): Jesslyn Chew COLUMBIA, Mo. – Stress during pregnancy puts mothers’ and their babies’ health at risk, previous research has shown. Now, a University of Missouri study indicates low-income pregnant women in rural areas experience high levels of stress yet lack appropriate means to manage their emotional and physical well-being. Health providers should serve as facilitators and link rural women with resources, the researcher suggests. “Many people think of rural life as being idyllic and peaceful, but, in truth, there are a lot of health disparities for residents of rural communities,” said Tina Bloom, assistant…
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