Before starting his degree in chiropractic medicine, Michael Ward, DC, LAc, (NUHS ‘18) was well into a successful career as a yoga instructor and massage therapist.

Heart disease is one of the biggest health concerns facing Americans today. As the No. 1 killer in the United States, it accounts for one in every four deaths, according to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention.

The good news is it is also preventable. You might think that heart disease is only a concern for older adults, but even at a young age, lifestyle decisions can put you at a higher risk for heart issues later in life.

To have a successful career in acupuncture, a solid grasp of human anatomy is essential. In addition to palpitation techniques that identify acupuncture points by feeling for landmarks along the body, a western structure perspective of anatomy can significantly help practitioners needle patients more effectively.

If you’re considering a career in chiropractic medicine, there has never been a better time to get started! The job outlook for chiropractors is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.

According to experts, 80 percent of our New Year’s resolutions fail. That number is quite discouraging, not to mention that’s a lot of pressure to put on ourselves.

If your your enthusiasm has stalled in past years, or you're starting to lose steam this year, don’t worry, read on for six great strategies to help you reboot your resolve and rebalance for 2020.

Massage therapist was ranked 12^th out of 100 of the “Best Jobs Without a College Degree” by U.S. News and World Report, and number three among the “Best Health Care Support Jobs.” Many massage therapists are taking their careers to even more lucrative levels by specializing in specific areas of practice.

Going to the doctor or dentist is stressful for many people, but it carries even more anxiety for transgender patients who are often mistreated or denied care. Seventy percent of transgender and gender-nonconforming survey respondents reported experiencing one or more of the following:

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD) and other mental health issues, back pain and nutrition assistance are among the issues United States military veterans and their families have sought to address at the National University of Health Sciences  ̶  Florida (NUHS) Veterans Clinic since it opened in September 2018.

Biomedical Science may be one of the best health care degrees you can get! An undergraduate biomedical science program gives you the unique opportunity to explore various scientific fields without having to commit to one career path before knowing what you enjoy most!

Your BS degree in biomedical science can be a gateway to working in many fields: education, research, sales, medical practice, hospital and institutional work. Students also use this degree to pursue graduate study in the health professions in order to become a medical doctor, dentist, podiatrist, etc. This degree also prepares you for the first-professional programs at National University where you can study to become a chiropractic or naturopathic physician or pursue the acupuncture or oriental medicine programs.

If you’ve ever thought about a career in massage therapy, or adding it to your current health care practice, there has never been a better time to get a license to practice! In fact, employment in this field is expected to grow 26 percent by 2026—faster than the average for other occupations.