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Mikala Lugen, BA

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BA in Public Relations & Music Business - Kent State University

Mikala Lugen is an experienced freelance writer and journalist with over 10 years of experience writing content within general higher education – specifically allied health, nursing, and healthcare – entertainment, music, food, and holistic health industries. Mikala stays up-to-date on industry trends to ensure content is relevant and accurate. She holds a BS in Public Relations from Kent State University, furthering strengthening her ability to communicate effectively with a broad audience.

Check Out Mikala's Articles on Edumed:

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Closing the Physician Gap: How NP Autonomy Bridges the Divide
No doubt you’ve heard of nurse practitioners (NPs), but what exactly do they do? Is their role like regular nurses? Are they more like doctors? What part do they play in the healthcare picture?
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How to Talk to Your Friends Struggling with Addiction
According to the 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, approximately 9.7 million Americans ages 18-25 battled a substance use disorder in the past year. A substance use disorder is an addiction, and symptoms can be physical, psychological, or both. Addiction is a brain disorder with life-threatening effects similar to heart disease, diabetes, and other chronic illnesses.
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Online CNA Classes in New York: Review & Compare Schools
If you live in New York and have decided to pursue a career as a certified nurse aide (CNA) or nursing assistant, then you’re likely motivated by the positive impact CNAs have on their patients’ lives. You can get the training you need to start your new career in as little as a few weeks through a convenient and affordable online CNA program. This guide will introduce you to the online CNA classes in New York available today and help you in finding the right one for you, so discover more by reading on.
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MHA/MBA Dual Degrees Online: View & Compare Top Programs
If you’re drawn to the business side of healthcare, you might wonder whether to pursue a Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) degree or a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. But what if you can earn both degrees in the same amount of time it takes to earn just one? For healthcare professionals with a strong interest in business, MHA/MBA dual degrees can provide a significant edge to adapt and thrive in the rapidly-evolving healthcare administration job market. Learn more about MHA/MBA dual degrees with this EduMed guide.
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Online MHA Programs with No GRE Required
Qualified healthcare workers are in short supply, though you might not know that hospitals and healthcare providers are struggling to fill leadership positions in administration and management roles as well. Online Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) degrees provide accessible paths to entry, with many schools also eliminating the requirement to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). This EduMed guide can provide critical information if you’re thinking about pursuing a career in healthcare leadership. We’ll share details about top-rated online MHA programs that don’t require a GRE and give answers to frequently asked questions.