Meet the Media Panel a Success By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA As promised, here is my follow-up post to “Meet the Media: Covering an Ailing Healthcare System in Critical Times.” I was invited by the NY Chapter Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) to be part of the “Meet the Media: Covering an Ailing Healthcare System in Critical Times” panel at Ketchum Public Relations. I love New York City. No matter what time of…
Read More...Healthin30 on Getbetterhealth
I just want to write a quick note to let you know that my blog entries are now appearing on Getbetterhealth. I’m thrilled to be included among some popular health bloggers on the Better Health network. Dr. Val Jones is founder and CEO of Better Health, LLC. Here’s a little info about Better Health: What is Better Health? Better Health is a network of popular health bloggers, brought together by Dr. Val Jones, founder and…
Read More...Meet the Media: Covering an Ailing Healthcare System in Critical Times
Health and Medical Professionals Some of you may want to know about a panel I’ll be on coming up soon in New York City. I’m excited to be part of it and I’ll be sure to write a blog entry afterwards to provide you with insights from the event. On June 24th, the New York Chapter Public Relations Society of America, presents: “Meet the Media: Covering an Ailing Healthcare System in Critical Times.” The panelists…
Read More...Healthin30 Now on HuffingtonPost!
Just a quick note to let you know that my blog entries will now also be appearing on the HuffingtonPost website, in the “Living” section. Here’s one recent entry of mine, 5 Ways to Improve Your Health. [Thanks to all who left comments, by the way!] But be sure to check out all the great stuff in the Living section. It’s a mix of health, relationships, pop culture and personal essays. Other Huffington Post Living…
Read More...Real Simple Magazine Taps Experts for Emergency Care Advice
Preparing for Life’s Mishaps by Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA Having this card in your wallet could save your life in an ER When Real Simple Magazine reporter contacted me for a story on emergency rooms, I was delighted to help out. I think it’s important for readers to have the perspective from a nurse on the front line of the ER as well as ER doctors. The March edition of Real Simple is on…
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