The Picture of Health: Sonography at the forefront of patient care

The Picture of Health Sonography at the forefront of patient care By Naomi Sheehan When you hear the word “ultrasound,” a grainy black and white image of a baby in the womb probably comes to mind. Sonography, the imaging technique used in ultrasounds, is used to check up on the health of a pregnancy – and so much more. “Sonography and ultrasound are exchanged frequently, but...

Five Qualities of A Successful Student

Five Qualities of A  Successful Student By Naomi Sheehan If you’re considering going to college, a few anxious questions have probably entered your mind. Will I have time? Am I smart enough? How can I keep up? Don’t worry. There are qualities you can hone with practice that will help you succeed: motivation, focus, critical thinking, good communication skills, and...

Early Bird or Night Owl?

Early Bird or Night Owl? By Naomi Sheehan The “early to bed, early to rise” mantra suggests that early risers are healthier, wealthier, and wiser. Our 24-hour economy, however, requires all types, meaning the morning larks and night owls alike can find careers that capitalize on when they feel most alert. Most jobs are in the 9-to-5 mold, and research suggests that about half of the...