Drug deaths in Maine topped 700 for the first time last year as the opioid epidemic continues to impact communities across the state. In 2022, 716 people died from drug overdoses, according to recently released state overdose statistics. That’s a significant increase from the 631 overdose deaths reported across the state during 2021. It is
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New Academic Discipline That Improves Career Opportunities
Beal University is excited to offer several degrees in health sciences. Classes will begin on February 27, 2023. BANGOR, Maine (Yahoo News) — Beal University is excited to offer several degrees in health sciences. Classes will begin on February 27, 2023. In reference to a US News article, health science is a relatively new academic discipline.
Nurse Self-Rostering Pilot Could Help Hold Amid Rising Job Vacancies in NB: Union Pipa News
New Brunswick has more than 1,000 vacant nursing positions, according to data from the regional health networks. More than three-quarters of the permanent positions are within the Horizon Health Network. It is looking for 542 registered nurses, 163 licensed practice nurses and 65 patient care assistants. Horizon spokesperson Kris McDavid did not say how many
Senator Angus King Visits Beal University’s Wilton Campus
There’s a Shortage of Nurses in Rural Maine, but a New Program in Wilton is Designed to Help Beal University nursing student Nicholas Larrabee worked with Senator King to care for a virtual patient. NCM WILTON, Maine — The next chapter in Beal University’s history has begun in a town roughly 100 miles away from
Daughter’s Overdose Death Sends Maine Lawmaker into Battle Against Opioids
Addiction affects nearly all Mainers, regardless of wealth, education or location. That’s something state Sen. Brad Farrin knows all too well. Farrin’s 26-year-old daughter, Haley, was working at her accounting job one day in July. The next day, she died of a fentanyl overdose. It devastated her family and made her one of 565 Mainers
Beal University Offers $125K to Maine High School Seniors
Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: [January 10, 2023] Steve Villett, COO Beal University [email protected] Eligible students at any Maine High School can now apply for a $2,500 scholarship to attend Beal University January 10, 2023 (Bangor, Maine) – In its continued effort to support the needs of students in Maine, Beal University has announced the
Beal University’s Program Director Named to NCIA Education Committee
Sarah Taylor-Laine, Beal’s Cannabis & Medicinal Plant Sciences Program Director, was recently chosen to participate on the National Cannabis Industry Association’s Education Committee. Founded in 2010, NCIA is the oldest, largest, and most effective trade association serving the cannabis industry. NCIA membership consists of hundreds of small businesses and tens-of-thousands of cannabis professionals. Learn more
New Job in 2023? 1 in 4 Americans Looking to Change Career Path Entirely Next Year
NEW YORK — A new survey shows that a quarter of Americans may wind up moving into a new career path in 2023. The survey of 2,000 adults finds that while 33 percent of respondents are likely to switch jobs within the same sector, 26 percent of employees are looking to change careers entirely. The
Maine is on the Verge of Another Record Year for Overdose Deaths
Maine is on track again to see a record number of overdose deaths by the end of the year. In October, 58 people died from drug overdoses, according to the most recently released state overdose statistics. Eleven of those deaths — the highest total for any Maine county — happened in Penobscot County, which has
Top 16 Nursing Trends That Will Shape Healthcare
Healthcare is a constantly changing and updating field. With advancements in technology, new care methods, and current world events, the trends hospitals, and nurses need to keep an eye on are changing year over year. Keep reading for the top 16 nursing trends. Trend #1: Nurse Shortage Will Continue According to the World Health Organization