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May 13
In the early 1900s, NYC proved that putting nurses in schools dramatically reduced absenteeism. Today #schoolnurses are still on the front lines—often as the only health professional for hundreds of students—navigating limited resources, complex medical needs, & ethical dilemmas.
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May 13
NIB's new symposium explores #SchoolNursing through 13 personal narratives, plus commentaries from experts in nursing, health law, ethics, pediatrics, education & parenting medically complex children. Discover the everyday heroism of school nurses! muse.jhu.edu/issue/56825
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Apr 2
When a surrogate decision-maker, acting from sincere religious and cultural beliefs, refuses potentially life‑saving treatment, is that an acceptable refusal of care? Should the hospital override the refusal?
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Apr 2
A new case study, "Seizures, Cultural Beliefs, and Ethical Tensions," is now available. doi.org/10.1353/nib.0.a98511… The case examines these questions and explores how clinicians can practice with humility, respect, and awareness of their own moral limits.
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Feb 20
Nursing homes offer round-the-clock medical and personal care, access to social activities, and a sense of community, but some aspects can be challenging. NIB seeks personal stories from residents & their families about nursing home life.
Learn more: nibjournal.org/submit/calls/…
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Feb 11
We're excited to share the latest NIB symposium, "Parenting Children with Down Syndrome." This issue features powerful parent narratives—honest, moving stories about the challenges, joys, and everyday realities of raising children with Down syndrome. muse.jhu.edu/issue/56243
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Feb 11
Four experts, including nationally recognized disability‑rights advocate Mitchell Levitz, offer insights on the barriers that remain and how we can better support children with Down syndrome, from early education through career development. #DownSyndrome #Parenting #Advocacy
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17 Dec 2025
@NIBjournal is seeking personal stories from those who delayed #pregnancy due to #career goals. Share your experiences & insights on balancing parenthood and professional demands. Details nibjournal.org/submit/calls/…
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12 Nov 2025
NIB just released a collection of personal stories from #neurodivergent individuals! From #autism, #ADHD, #dyslexia, and more, these narratives shed light on the unique experiences, strengths, and challenges of the authors. @JHUPress @hamp42_heidi
📖 muse.jhu.edu/issue/55894 📖
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17 Sep 2025
@NIBjournal is seeking personal stories from those who delayed pregnancy due to career goals. Share your experiences & insights on balancing parenthood and professional demands. Submit a 300-word proposal. Details nibjournal.org/submit/calls/… #Parenthood #Career #bioethics
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20 Aug 2025
@NIBjournal is seeking personal stories from those who delayed pregnancy due to career goals. Share your experiences & insights on balancing parenthood and professional demands. Submit a 300-word proposal. Details nibjournal.org/submit/calls/…
#Parenthood #Career #bioethics
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22 Jul 2025
New Article Alert: "Stigmatizing Mothers: Qualitative Analysis of Language in Prenatal Records." Discover the profound impact of biased language in EHRs on patient care and maternal outcomes. muse.jhu.edu/pub/1/article/9…
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22 Jul 2025
The authors reveal how words in the EHR can perpetuate stereotypes, influence clinician perspectives & exacerbate disparities. Discover how addressing these biases can pave the way for enhanced medical practices and more equitable maternal care. #MaternalHealth #HealthDisparities
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17 Jul 2025
Your story could be featured in an upcoming issue, "Going Public: Sharing Your Health Journey on Social Platforms," which will help clinicians learn and provide insight for others navigating their own health journeys. For more information, visit: nibjournal.org/submit/calls/…
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17 Jul 2025
Have you shared your health journey on social media? @NIBjournal is collecting true stories from those who have shared their health experiences online. More info: nibjournal.org/submit/calls/… #Bioethics #Patients #narrative
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17 Jul 2025
Your story could be featured in an upcoming issue, "Going Public: Sharing Your Health Journey on Social Platforms," which will help clinicians learn and provide insight for others navigating their own health journeys. For more information, visit: nibjournal.org/submit/calls/…
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6 Jun 2025
"Navigating Ethical Crossroads in Pediatric Ophthalmology" is a new, compelling case on Baby J, born with Peters Anomaly. Explore the ethical dilemmas faced by her parents & doctors in deciding her treatment path. #PediatricOphthalmology #MedicalDecisions
doi.org/10.1353/nib.0.a96192…
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4 Mar 2025
A growing number of individuals are identifying as members of the child-free movement. In "The Right to Be Childfree," Authors Eisenberg & Brummett describe a situation in which Eisenberg's 23-year-old patient requests permanent sterilization.
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4 Mar 2025
"I know I'm young, but I know I never want kids. I've struggled my whole life with mental illness. I know I could never take care of a child. I've read articles about the risk of regret, but I won't regret this."
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4 Mar 2025
The authors write "As the childfree movement continues to organize & gain momentum, physicians can expect to see an increase in requests for permanent sterilization from young nulliparous women." "The Right to be Childfree" is available w/o a subscription doi.org/10.1353/nib.2023.001…
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