Winamp Logo
Ask Nurse Alice Cover
Ask Nurse Alice Profile

Ask Nurse Alice

English, Health / Medicine, 3 seasons, 144 episodes, 3 days, 4 hours, 13 minutes
About
In this podcast, Nurse Alice Benjamin, MSN, APRN, ACNS-BC, FNP-C, combines no-nonsense advice with thought-provoking interviews featuring top health experts, celebrity guests, and frontline nurses. As she worked her way up the nursing ladder from CNA to LPN to RN to BSN to MSN to Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Practitioner, and Media Health Expert, Alice learned valuable lessons along her journey. She's been featured on Dr. Oz, The Doctors, Dr. Drew, CNN, HLN, TVOne, BBC, NBC, and many more. When Nurse Alice talks, she's teaching. If you listen you'll learn! Alice eloquently facilitates discussions in a way that only a nurse can. And, gives the best advice - from struggling as a nursing student with a young family to life beyond the bedside, all the taboo conversations in the break room, and reminiscing on those patients we’ll never forget. This podcast is presented by Nurse.org and made with love, for nurses by nurses.
Episode Artwork

Its more than just a period… PERIOD!

This episode tackles the taboo of menstrual health. Through real-life stories, Alice highlights conditions like endometriosis and uterine fibroids, shedding light on their debilitating effects and the importance of a timely diagnosis. With a blend of medical expertise and personal experience, Alice advocates for open conversation and support for menstrual health in our communities and workplaces. Tune in to empower yourself and start the conversation on menstrual health. Episode Highlights: [00:01:30] - Addressing the silence around menstrual challenges [00:05:45] - Raising awareness and debunking myths about menstrual cycles [00:10:20] - Providing resources and accommodations at work [00:15:10] - Encouragement to seek support from healthcare providers [00:17:45] - Conclusion and a call to action for listeners Contact us at [email protected] Feedback or questions? We love hearing from you. Share your thoughts on social media or in the comments!
4/29/2024 • 36 minutes, 14 seconds
Episode Artwork

The Skinny on Weight Loss Injectables: A Deep Dive into Benefits, Risks, and Legal Battles

Dive into the Ask Nurse Alice podcast on weight loss injectables. Discover benefits, side effects, and a holistic view on weight management. We tackle patient education, healthcare responsibilities, and the need for transparency in the pharmaceutical industry. Join us for a critical look at medication roles in health and happiness. Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Weight Loss Injectables  00:07:39 - Importance of Nutrition in Weight Management  00:29:40 - Time Constraints in Follow-up Appointments  00:31:16 - Understanding Side Effects and Responsibilities  00:35:25 - Research on Blood Pressure Control and Patient Role  00:37:53 - Post-Marketing Surveillance and Drug Labeling Updates  00:39:14 - Promoting Health Literacy for Patient Understanding Engage With Us: LinkedIn YouTube Twitter Facebook Feedback or questions? We love hearing from you. Share your thoughts on social media or in the comments!
4/9/2024 • 42 minutes, 22 seconds
Episode Artwork

Ask Nurse Alice Introduction

Who is Nurse Alice? In this trailer, Alice gets real about her 23+ year nursing journey from CNA to CNS, Nurse Practitioner and Media Health Expert on TV. It wasn't easy, but it was worth it! 
4/2/2021 • 14 minutes, 41 seconds