Articles by: Heather Willden
June 7, 2023
AARC Education Section Members Spur Development of Respiratory Care Academy in the National Academies of Practice
The NAP has a new academy: the Respiratory Care Academy established through the hard work o fAARC Education Specialty Section members.
Heather Willden
June 7, 2023
IERS: Validating RT Educational Programs Worldwide
The AARC established a formal presence in international respiratory care with the establishment of the International Council for Respiratory Care (ICRC) back in 1991. In 1994, the work of the ICRC was extended to encompass the International Education Recognition System (IERS) as well.
Heather Willden
February 1, 2023
RC Currents
This edition of RC Currents explores water and respiratory devices, ARDS treatment, and ventilator-associated pneumonia.
Heather Willden
January 26, 2023
2022: A Year in Review
From the return to in-person Congress and Summer Forum events to the passing of legislative bills, 2022 brought many great achievements. One of the biggest accomplishments within the organization was the development of a new strategic plan, offering four pathways to set our course for the new era of AARC. Pathway 1 – Engage It... Read more »
Heather Willden
January 13, 2023
AARC Operations Closed Monday, January 16
AARC Operations will be closed Monday, January 16, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Heather Willden
January 13, 2023
RC Currents
Gas Stoves Linked to Asthma in Kids These days many people prefer cooking on a gas stove. A new study published by the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health suggests electric may be a better option for families with kids who have or are at risk for asthma. In a study that combined... Read more »
Heather Willden
January 12, 2023
AARC Activates Disaster Relief Fund for Members in California
The AARC has opened its Disaster Relief Fund for members affected by the recent winter storms, flooding, and mudslides in California.
Heather Willden
January 5, 2023
RC Currents
This edition of RC Currents reviews OSA screening, airway remodeling, vaping, COVID-19 vaccines, beta-agonists, and middle-age smoking.
Heather Willden
January 2, 2023
AARC Activates Disaster Relief Fund for Members in Buffalo and Watertown
The AARC has opened its Disaster Relief Fund for members affected by the recent winter storm event in Buffalo and Watertown, NY.
Heather Willden
December 23, 2022
Breaking: Lawmakers Unveil $1.7 Trillion Government Wide Spending Package
On December 20, 2022 Lawmakers unveiled a $1.7 trillion government wide spending package to avoid a government wide shut down.
Heather Willden
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