A Phlebotomist is someone who is trained to draw blood from patients as prescribed by a doctor and is generally used for the purpose of blood donations, drug tests, and other lab work. Phlebotomy is an excellent venue for anyone who wants to begin a career in the health care profession. Students can obtain a phlebotomy certificate in under one year or can enter into a two year degree program. As your phlebotomy training progresses, it is recommended that students enter into an internship program to receive valuable hands-on experience through a community clinic, doctor’s office or hospital. Phlebotomy certification is the final step in this process and is vital for those seeking employment as a professional phlebotomist.
Baylor College of Medicine Awarded $14.85 Million Grant to Complete Neurological Research Center at Texas Children's Hospital
HOUSTON, July 28 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Neurological research at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) and Texas Children's Hospital is getting a big boost in the form of a $14.85 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to complete two floors of the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute (NRI) at Texas Children's Hospital.
"More than 300 million children suffer from a neurological deficit, but the percentage of funding for neurological research is small relative to the magnitude and societal impact of these disorders," said Dr.
Chase Street Elementary, Power Partners earn honors for recycling efforts
A local elementary school and an Athens manufacturer that runs an aggressive recycling program to save money as well as landfill space will get statewide recognition today from the Georgia Recycling Coalition.
