Wired for Work: Electrician Won’t Let Bypass Zap Energy

Wired for Work: Electrician Won’t Let Bypass Zap Energy

By Clayton Warren and Monique Binkley Smith, Vitals contributors   It’s a safe bet that most 84-year-olds who’ve recently had triple heart bypass surgery might at least consider slowing down, but not longtime Oakland resident Leonard Mercer. Originally from the...
Why Are Filipinos Drawn to Nursing? RN Explains

Why Are Filipinos Drawn to Nursing? RN Explains

By Anita Creamer and Gary Zavoral, Vitals contributors Like many Filipinos, Reggie Escobin discovered that becoming a registered nurse was in her blood. It is estimated that nearly 20% of registered nurses in California are Filipino and many are on the front lines,...
Dream Nursing Jobs Achieved with Scholarship Help

Dream Nursing Jobs Achieved with Scholarship Help

By Meg Walker and Monique Binkley Smith, Vitals contributors Three Bay Area nurses  were able to achieve their dream jobs in part because of scholarships they received through their employer, Sutter’s Palo Alto Medical Foundation. For 14 years, PAMF has awarded...