Despite the World Health Organization’s public statements of confidence regarding the H1N1 vaccine and reiterated calls for mass vaccination, a Consumer Reports poll implied that only about 30% of Americans have a definite intention to get the H1N1 vaccine. Nearly 50% of Americans are still undecided.

RN Degrees Online Nursing Education Digest examines the hesitancy of healthcare workers to receive the H1N1 vaccine. Read the whole article here.

In response to a survey by the Joint Commission, more than 50% of nurses reported having been a victim of bullying and/or disruptive behavior at work, and more than 90% stated that they witnessed the abusive behavior of others.

This feature from RNWeb discusses the damaging effects of bullying in the workplace in regards to nurses, as well as solutions to help end the trend, and the positive effects that will come as a result.

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Since the secular nursing profession was officially started in the 1850s, nurses around the world have worn all kinds of uniforms. Some decades were kind to nurses and allowed uniform fashions to progress by introducing short sleeves, shorter hemlines and lighter-weight dresses. Other eras, however, restrained nurses in heavy materials, frilly hats and impractical uniforms. If you think you have it bad in your scrubs, read on to learn about the top 10 most ridiculous uniforms in nursing history.

After taking a look back at a century's worth of nursing attire, RNs will surely have a thankful smile on their face the next time they pull out a pair of scrubs to wear to the hospital!