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A robot that can draw blood on its own just proved it works as well as human nurses, giving hope to millions who dread needles. The device called Aletta succeeded on the first stick 94.5% of the time across 1,633 patients.
A fully electric mobile health clinic is bringing free STI testing, HIV care, and PrEP services directly to communities across South Florida. The innovative "Wellness on Wheels" van marks a major upgrade in accessible healthcare.
A New Jersey program that supports students from seventh grade through college just celebrated 12 graduates earning degrees and launching careers. Six earned college degrees or professional certifications while six more high school graduates head to college with full support.
Mid-State Literacy Council volunteers are helping underemployed adults earn nursing licenses, tech certifications, and GED diplomas that lead to stable careers. Over 80% of students receive free tutoring and job-readiness training that's strengthening Pennsylvania's workforce.
A fully autonomous robot just proved it can draw blood as well as humans, achieving a 94.5% first-try success rate across more than 1,600 patients in regular hospital settings. Even better, 90% of patients said it hurt less than traditional needle sticks.
Wai'anae High School just unveiled Hawaii's first public high school health learning lab, giving students hands-on training for healthcare careers the state desperately needs. With nearly 4,700 healthcare jobs open across the islands, this state-of-the-art facility is training tomorrow's nurses, medical assistants, and phlebotomists today.