Nursing in the News

Happy Friday everyone. Shopping for new medical scrubs this weekend? Checkout our stylish Baby Phat nursing scrubs, they’re currently all marked down 15%.
Now here’s the news from the week:
Healthcare Professionals in the News:
- Older Doctors Stay on Job Amid Primary Care Shortage
- Lawmakers Address Nurse And Primary Care Physician Shortages
- More Time for Patients
Health News:
- EPA study: 2.2M live in areas where air poses cancer risk
- Youthful Obesity Linked to Pancreatic Cancer
- Obama announces agreement with drug companies
- Family Pets May Harbor MRSA, Other Nasties
- Green tea 'slows prostate cancer'
Only at Lydia's

If you're a fashionista (at home and at work), you'll definitely want to browse our Lydia's Exclusive Scrubs. These medical scrubs are all styles or colors that you'll find only at Lydia's, so when you shop these looks you know you'll be getting a unique style. The Lydia's Exclusive Collection includes medical uniforms from Landau, Urbane, Koi, Iguana Med and, of course, Lydia's Own.
Out of all the scrubs I'm drawn to this top by Iguana Med. Which look do you like best?
Our Print Top Winner is...
Thanks for submitting your product reviews as part of our Print Top Giveaway. I received lots of great entries, but of course I could only choose one as our winner. The comment I chose was from Rebecca who reviewed a favorite medical uniform top by Cherokee. Here’s Rebecca’s review: My favorite print scrub top is "Bright Flight" by Cherokee Studio B. This top is made of a nice lightweight fabric and fits form fitting with the perfect amount of move room. I work in a nursing home where the temp is always ambient for the residents which means hot for us and this great top keeps me cool, not to mention stylish and feminine. Like this top? You can get it right now during our Cherokee Super Sale for 20% off the reuglar price!
As our winner, Rebecca will receive a brand new scrub top (her choice) and she’ll have a stylish new addition to her medical uniforms. Congrats Rebecca!
P.S. Don’t forget that there’s still time to enter this month’s Editor @ Large contest. Get your comment in soon and you could win free scrubs!
Nursing in the News AND 2 Chances to Win Scrubs
Lastly, I want to spread the word that our popular $3 shipping sale has been extended until Tuesday. If you need to buy medical scrubs, do it now and save!
Now, here’s the news from the week:
Healthcare Professionals in the News:
- Nursing Shortage Eases with Recession’s Help
- Minorities, Poor Find Communicating With Doctors More Difficult
- RN Leader To Testify At Congressional Hearing Wednesday On Single-Payer Healthcare Reform
- Nursing Workforce Solutions For 21st Century Health Care: How Do We Get There?
- If All Doctors Had More Time to Listen
Health News:
- Swine flu cases near 30000 worldwide
- FDA gives Medtronic recall its most serious score
- Poultry is No. 1 Source of Outbreaks, Study Says
- Greater Risks For Patients With Heart Attacks Posed By Crowded Emergency Departments
- Experts urge new screening for diabetes
- Tobacco Regulation Bill is Expected to Pass Senate
Blog Posts:
- What’s on Your Nurse’s Dream List?
- Nurse Jackie Revisited: Do the Cringes Outweigh the Moments of Recognition?
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Maternity Scrubs Available at Lydia's

Did you know that Lydia’s has an awesome selection of maternity scrubs? We have Barco medical uniforms, Grey’s Anatomy Uniforms, Landau scrubs and Cherokee scrubs all made just for expecting mothers. And fortunately, none of these scrubs skimp on style and there’s an awesome selection of colors and prints to choose from. A popular pick is the Grey’s Anatomy uniform which is comfy and fashionable. Check out this top here or browse our entire selection.
Do you already own a great pair of maternity scrubs from Lydia’s? If so, leave a review and help our other mothers-to-be decide which maternity medical uniform is the best buy.
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Plus Size Scrubs for Summer are Here

If you're looking for scrubs in extended sizes, our Plus Size Scrub Shop is the place to be. With all our new summer items in stock you'll definitely be able to find the perfect pair of medical scrubs. We have over 300 items available, so whatever style or size you're searching for, we're bound to have something for you.
One look that I love is a cute print top paired with a coordinating pant. Cherokee Flexibles offers lots of great tops that can make this look work. Plus these medical scrubs are flattering, comfy and, of course, fashionable. Check out how stylish Melissa looks in this Dotted Dot Dot scrub top with matching chocolate colored pants.
So take a minute to browse all the new and classic styles in our Plus Size scrub shop here. Which look is your favorite for summer and why?
Leave a comment here.
Watch Our Newest Video Featuring Scrubs for Summer
If you would like to buy medical uniforms from this video, visit us here at Lydia’s Uniforms and shop all our scrubs for Summer 2009.
Nursing in the News

Happy Friday everyone. It's been a busy week here at Lydia's Uniforms. Between our Nurses Week Celebration and a new catalog release, we've had lots to do! In my opinion, the Nurses Week Celebration went really well; I had a great time giving away gift certificates everyday and it was fun to read all your comments. I'm also a huge fan of the new summer catalog. It's filled with stylish, functional and affordable scrubs and like I said in yesterday's post, there is something for everyone. If you haven't already seen the latest summer styles, make sure to check them out. We have over 125 new pieces, from nursing scrubs to lab coats and more. You can view them all here.
Now, here's the news from the week:
Healthcare Professionals in the News:
- International Nurses Day Chance To Improve Conditions For Health Workers In Developing Countries, Opinion Piece Says
- One Doctor's Quest to Cut Unneeded Treatments
- In patients' hunt for care, doctor database a place to start
- Nurses in Washington Fight for Medicare
- Virtual Doctor Visits Satisfactory for both Patients and Physicians
- Senators open to compromise on healthcare revamp
- New Study Data Indicates Long-Term Defibrillator
- Ginger may help chemo patients with nausea
- US now has 4700 cases of new swine flu- CDC
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Lydia’s Staff Pick their Favorite Styles for Summer
So what looks are getting all the buzz here in the office at Lydia’s? Well I asked the stylish ladies in the web department and here are our summer scrub picks:
Amanda's pick is the Cherokee Body Scrubs collection because, "Stretch scrubs are always comfortable, and I really like the style of the print mock tops, with the tie in front, it’s definitely a different, but good look" (pictured top row, middle).
Nicole loves the Landau Contrast Baby Doll Tops (pictured top row, right) and matching Knit Waist Pull-On pants. She thinks they’re, “all very modern and cute”.
Lindsey picked the Mia Top (pictured bottom row, left) and she likes all five prints that it comes in, especially how they’re nature themed.
Leesa said, “It’s fun to see trends translated into fresh uniform styles,” referring to the crochet accents on the Maile Top (pictured bottom row, middle).

Daily Gift Certificate Giveaway
We now have 4 days left in our daily gift certificate giveaway so don't forget to leave your comment! You should also know that we're not the only ones giving away Lydia's gift certificates. You can enter for your chance to win a $50 gift certificate when you join NurseConnect.com, a free professional networking site for nures, and post a new topic in the
RN specialties forum. It's one more chance for you to win free medical scrubs!So stop by NurseConnect.com to get your entry in there and check back tomorrow to see who Saturday's winner is. Good luck!
Introducing Two New Collections from Your Favorite Brand
Cherokee scrubs is one of our most popular brands, which is why it’s so exciting that earlier this week we added two new collections of their medical
clothing uniforms to www.LydiasUniforms.com. You can now get Studio B and Body designer medical scrubs from our online store. The Studio B medical scrubs have a serious focus on fashion and I love the colors and prints that they chose for these uniforms; you can tell that the designers really paid attention to detail. This top in particular is my favorite. -->
The Body scrubs place their emphasis on comfort. The easy-care stretch material is definitely something I wouldn’t mind working in and the good news is that these scrubs don’t sacrifice style either.
So go check them out and see what you think! Do they compare to your other favorite medical uniforms from Cherokee? Leave a comment here.
Get Comfy in Stretch Scrubs

Want to get the latest look in designer medical scrubs, be stylish and stay comfy? Here’s my recommendation, check out our newest stretch scrubs by Baby Phat. The medical uniform tops have stretch knit side panels and the pants have stretch waist bands and side panels. This makes them perfect for a job that keeps you on the go. In addition to being comfy, these scrubs are incredibly flattering and come in eye catching colors that are hard to pass up. So check them out and let me know what you think! Already have a pair? Leave a review on our site.
70 New Products to Choose From
Below are a few of my personal faves. Browse the entire selection of new scrubs here and share your favorites with everyone by leaving a comment.

From left to right: Cherokee Seuss Stories Scrub Top, Baby Phat Contrast Piping Scrub Top and Cherokee Healthy Heart Mock Wrap Scrub Top
Lab Coats for Every Style
Want to go the traditional route? Try one of these two style coats; both have a crisp, professional look that would work with any medical scrubs. The left is a Barco Medical Uniforms lab coat, which received great customer reviews. And on the right is an embroidered four pocket lab coat that’s slightly shorter in length than the first one and also has a collar.

Prefer some color? Try one of these three lab coats that are everything but traditional white. On the left is an Urbane Scrubs short jacket in Pearl Pink; it also comes in 7 other colors (talk about variety!). In the middle is an L.A. Rose Contrast Stitch lab coat in Black. And on the left is a Unisex lab coat in blue.

Or are you looking for that stylish piece to complete your medical uniform? Try one of these two pieces that are unique and fashionable while still getting the job done. On the left is a zip-up lab coat by Urbane. And on the right is a Peaches MedCouture Women’s Lab Coat.

So what’s your favorite lab coat look, traditional or trend setting? Browse our whole collection and don’t forget to write reviews of your personal faves.
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Designer Style to Scrub Style

So pick your favorite or pick all three and freshen up your medical uniform for spring!
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Nursing in the News
Now enjoy your weekend and here’s the news from the week:
A Medical Student’s Rite of Passage
Pediatric Nursing Conference Will Mark 25th Anniversary, Honor And Educate Nurses
American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Hosts Training To Increase Diversity Of Dental Students
More Than 190 Physicians Protest University Of Chicago Medical Center Plan To Cut General Medicine, ICU Beds
Rep. Thompson Introduces Bill To Reduce Nurse Injuries
Fat-producing gene may be clue to obesity
Studies Cast New Doubt on Prostate Cancer Screenings
City hospitals to lay off 200
Cancer-Causing Chemicals in Leading Brand Baby Shampoos, Soaps
Obama Targets Food Safety
Celebrate Nurses Conference
Last week Lydia’s Uniforms set up a booth at a local nursing conference here in Grand Rapids, MI. Rachel and I snuck out of the office to check it out and the conference seemed to be a huge success (and the Lydia’s booth looked great!). Kristen, a Lydia’s employee who attended the conference, shares her experience:
Lydia’s Uniforms was proud to support and be a part of the Celebrate Nurses Conference on March 4, 2009, held at Grand Rapids Community College. It was a great day for West Michigan nurses to get together, attend free CEU courses and enjoy a day of pampering provided by local businesses. It was a fun atmosphere as I watched everyone walk around to get free manicures, massages and mini-makeovers while listening to see if their name would be called for the many door prizes throughout the day. Lydia’s gave away two gift certificates and it was a thrill to have both of the winners come back to tell us how excited they were to go shopping! Rebecca and I were there to hand out Lydia’s new spring catalogs and show off the latest stylish medical scrubs by Cherokee, Koi, Urbane and many others. The big hit this year was the Ultimate Nursing Bag, by Nursemates in a bright and colorful Beach Stripe. I got to talk to nurses and get some great feedback about their favorite scrubs and shoes and help them find some new styles to brighten up their medical uniforms for spring. -Kristen

Francisco, Kristen and Rebecca
Kristen and Rebecca
Kristen and Rebecca dutifully stayed behind the booth all day, while Rachel and I helped ourselves to the complimentary donuts and played with the idea of getting massages. We didn’t tell anyone that we weren’t actually nurses. Sshhh…
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February's Contest Winner + Nursing in the News
Happy Friday everyone! Today I want to announce that Julie Pare is the winner of last month’s Editor @ Large Contest. Julie, an LPN on a Pediatric floor, loves her Koi scrubs and here’s what she had to say about them:
“As a petite sized nurse, it has always been difficult to find scrubs that fit. I have tried many brands that are too long, too short. Or, if the length is right, they are too small or too big in the waist. That was before I found KOI scrubs by Kathy Peterson! These scrubs are perfect for me! Not only are they sized right, but they are stylish and functional, too! As a float pool nurse, I may be on the medical floor one day and in the emergency room the next, but I don't have to worry about whether my scrubs are going to keep up with me. There are roomy pockets, durable fabrics, and shapes that flatter. These scrubs hold up to a hard job—the colors don't fade and they are so easy to clean! No more paying for alterations here, KOI is the only brand I hang in my closet now! Thank you Kathy Peterson for being such a great designer and thank you Lydia's for carrying such a great brand!”
For her winning comment, Julie will receive a $50 gift certificate for new medical uniforms and she says she can’t wait to wear her new scrubs to work and show them off.
If you want to win your own $50 gift certificate take a minute to enter this month’s Editor @ Large Contest. And don’t forget to check out the news from this week:
Healthcare Professionals in the News:
- Is Drug-Company Money Tainting Medical Education
- Docs seek gag orders to stop patients' reviews
- State Senate Introduces Bill To Protect Pennsylvania's Patients And Nurses
- Coalition Targeting Nursing Shortage Will Take Aim At Education, Funding
Health News:
- Better together: Food combos amp the nutrition
- Baby bottle companies to stop using BPA
- At Summit, Obama Urges Solutions for Rising Cost of Health Care
- Lead levels in kids drop significantly
- Wine May Cut Risk of Esophageal Cancer
Blog Posts:
Add a Little Luck to Your Wardrobe with St Patrick's Day Scrubs

From left to right: White Cross Lucky Mock Wrap Scrub Top, Dickies Everyday Two Pocket Top in Apple Green and Cherokee Flexibles Mock Wrap Scrub Top in Aloe
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