How to Relieve Stress In College

Tips for students to manage stress while taking college classes Although generally seen as a time of independence and growth, going back to school can be stressful. In fact, researchers recorded that 8 in 10 college students report high-stress levels. Some of the factors that induce stress during this period include finances, social adjustments, time management, and course material. With April being National Stress Awareness Month, it is an important time to remember the small measures we can take to reduce stress in this aspect of our lives. Keep reading to see what steps you can use both at school

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Melinda Wilkes Scholarship Winner: Lauren Ponga

Congratulations to Lauren Ponga of the Veterinary Technician program. She is the recipient of the September 2019 Melinda Wilkes Scholarship Award! The scholarship is based on demonstrated scholastic achievement and potential for success in the students chosen field of work.

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What is Pet Dental Health Month?

How to care for your pet’s dental health this month and beyond According to the American Pet Products Association’s National Pet Owners Survey, 70% of households in the U.S. own a pet, or about 90.5 million families. Just like us, these furry friends need the proper care to ensure a long and healthy life. Sponsored by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), February is regarded as Pet Dental Health Month, which is a reminder for pet owners to evaluate their furry friend’s dental hygiene. Unlike us, pets cannot clean their teeth with daily brushing and flossing. However, pet owners can

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Top 5 New Year’s Resolutions

Updated Dec. 16, 2021 We have the Top 5 New Year’s Resolutions! Have you ever made a New Year’s resolution that you didn’t keep? It’s no secret that New Year’s resolutions don’t always pan out. Every new year, we start off determined to follow through with our resolutions, but somewhere along the way, maybe February or even mid-January, the majority of us find other things to focus on. This year will be different! We’ve compiled a list of GREAT New Year’s resolutions that will keep you focused on your REAL goals, whatever they may be. Here are our Top 5

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4 Must Read Medical Assistant Blogs

Updated October 20, 2021 It’s important to keep up with what’s happening in the Medical Assistant profession whether you’re an aspiring Medical Assistant or already working as a Medical Assistant. One easy way to do this is to follow some blogs. Here are four Medical Assistant blogs you should be reading! Legal Eye on Medical Assisting One of the best resources for medical assistants is the Legal Eye on Medical Assisting blog. The blog articles focus primarily on ethics and the legalities of the profession. Legal Eye on Medical Assisting also compares and contrasts different Medical Assistant jobs. For example, you

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vet Assistant Training

As a vet assistant, you will be required to complete a variety of tasks. These tasks may include bathing, grooming and feeding animals, cleaning cages or operating rooms, administering medication or emergency first aid, looking after animals after surgery, and many others.

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