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Nurse supporting an older adult showing early signs of Alzheimer’s disease, highlighting early recognition of memory changes for nursing and caregiver education at Saving Grace Medical Academy.

Early Signs of Alzheimer’s disease: A Nursing Students Guide

Early signs of Alzheimer’s disease can be subtle. Learn how nursing students and caregivers can recognize cognitive changes, differentiate normal aging, and know when to escalate concerns.

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34 minutes ago4 min read

Educational graphic showing the thyroid gland and key emergency assessment points for thyroid disorders, designed for nursing students and healthcare professionals by Saving Grace Medical Academy in Edmonton.

Thyroid Disorders: What Nursing Students Need to Know.

Thyroid disorders can mimic anxiety, cardiac issues, and other emergencies. Learn what nursing students need to know to recognize hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid storm in clinical and emergency settings.

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2 days ago4 min read

Thyroid Awareness Month graphic showing the butterfly-shaped thyroid gland in the neck, highlighting its role in metabolism and systemic health. Educational content for nursing students by Saving Grace Medical Academy.

Thyroid Awareness: The Small Gland That Sets the Body’s Pace

Thyroid Awareness Month: Learn how the thyroid affects metabolism, energy, and mood, and why early recognition matters in healthcare education.

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7 days ago3 min read

Nursing student providing compassionate care to an elderly patient during January Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, highlighting dementia education and nursing training at Saving Grace Medical Academy.

International Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: Essential Knowledge for Nursing Students

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month highlights essential brain science, compassionate dementia care, and clinical insights every nursing student should understand.

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Jan 64 min read

Educational graphic explaining New Year’s resolutions from a medical perspective, focusing on sustainable health habits and realistic goal setting for 2026 by Saving Grace Medical Academy.

New Year’s Resolutions: A Medical Reality Check for 2026

New Year’s resolutions often fail due to unrealistic expectations. Learn how to build medically sustainable habits that actually last in 2026.

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Jan 33 min read

Healthcare instructor resting in a medical training classroom during migraine recovery, highlighting brain fog awareness and professional self-care at Saving Grace Medical Academy

Healthcare Recovery After Migraines, Stress, and Illness: A Guide for Medical Professionals

Healthcare recovery after migraines, stress, and illness. Learn how medical professionals manage brain fog, hydration, and safe return to work.

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Jan 23 min read

Whimsical New Year CPR training graphic showing CPR mannequins celebrating in a classroom while a Saving Grace Medical Academy instructor rests on a stretcher, representing BLS, ACLS, and First Aid training in Edmonton.

Happy New Year from Saving Grace Medical Academy

Happy New Year from Saving Grace Medical Academy. A look back at our top emergency training posts and updates to BLS, ACLS, and First Aid programs.

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Dec 30, 20253 min read

Paramedics performing CPR during emergency response in Edmonton, representing Heart & Stroke–aligned CPR, BLS, and First Aid training for healthcare students and professionals at Saving Grace Medical Academy.

CPR & First Aid Training in Edmonton

CPR and First Aid training in Edmonton explained for healthcare students and professionals, including BLS vs Standard First Aid and course requirements.

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Dec 27, 20254 min read

Merry Christmas graphic from Saving Grace Medical Academy showing CPR training equipment, AED, and first aid kit in a festive classroom, celebrating First Aid, CPR, BLS, and ACLS students in Edmonton.

Merry Christmas from Saving Grace Medical Academy

Merry Christmas from Saving Grace Medical Academy. Thank you for training with us—we look forward to welcoming students back for CPR and First Aid classes.

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Dec 25, 20252 min read

IRL scene of a first aid responder from Saving Grace Medical Academy in a living room calling 911 while assessing an unconscious patient on the floor, demonstrating what to do before paramedics arrive during a home medical emergency and the importance of First Aid and BLS training.

What to Do Before Paramedics Arrive

What to do before paramedics arrive during a medical emergency. Learn when to call 911, start CPR, use an AED, and provide first aid safely.

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Dec 23, 20254 min read

Split image showing three medical emergencies people ignore, including stroke symptoms, heart attack warning signs, and sepsis in a hospital patient.

The 3 Medical Emergencies People Often Ignore Until It’s Too Late

Medical emergencies people ignore often start with mild symptoms. Learn the early warning signs of stroke, heart attack, and sepsis.

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Dec 20, 20254 min read

How Stress Affects Decision-Making

Holiday stress affects emergency decision-making. Learn how training helps people respond calmly and confidently under pressure.

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Dec 18, 20254 min read

Medical cannabis dispensary designed like a healthcare setting, used to represent evidence-based cannabis education covering THC, CBD, and health effects by Saving Grace Medical Academy.

Cannabis Facts

Cannabis facts explained clearly—learn how THC and CBD affect the body, brain, driving safety, pregnancy, and medical use.

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Dec 16, 20255 min read

A nurse assessing an adult patient in snowy winter conditions beside a running vehicle, illustrating when to call 911 versus driving to the hospital during a medical emergency. Saving Grace Medical Academy BLS and First Aid training.

When to Call 911 vs When to Drive

When to call 911 versus driving to the hospital explained for nursing students, covering emergency red flags and BLS-based decision-making.

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Dec 13, 20253 min read

Grace from Saving Grace Medical Academy making a snow angel outdoors with the title ‘Cold-Related Medical Emergencies,’ representing winter hazards like frostbite, hypothermia, and the importance of BLS training for nursing students.

Winter Weather & Cold-Related Medical Emergencies

Learn how to recognize frostnip, frostbite, and hypothermia this winter. Essential cold-weather emergency skills for nursing students from Saving Grace Medical Academy.

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Dec 11, 20253 min read

Grace, a Saving Grace Medical instructor in navy scrubs, standing on a snowy Edmonton street with Christmas lights, sharing a holiday safety message about winter driving.

Merry Christmas 2025 & Local Free Events

Celebrate the holiday season with Saving Grace Medical. Stay safe on Edmonton’s winter roads, enjoy free local Christmas events, and share kindness with your community.

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Dec 9, 20252 min read

A child standing with visible HFMD spots on their face, hands, and feet, with close-up circles labeling “Mouth,” “Hands,” and “Feet.” Educational graphic created by Saving Grace Medical Academy to explain what Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease is.

What is Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease?

Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease explained for parents and caregivers—symptoms, treatment, prevention, and when to seek medical care. Stay informed and protect your family.

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Dec 6, 20254 min read