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Today's Emoji-A-Day celebrates healthcare heroes worldwide who shine a light on prevention, early detection, and treatment of serious diseases. It is National Nurses Day and Melanoma Monday! These angels on Earth truly embody strength and compassion. 😇
Heart of Healthcare 👩⚕️🧑⚕️👨⚕️
Nurses are the heart of healthcare. From check-ups to complex treatment plans, they're our guides, advocates, and tireless caregivers. Their expert knowledge and endless compassion make a difference in countless lives every day.
Healthcare Heroes
Nurses work alongside dedicated doctors and healthcare workers of all kinds. Together they form an ecosystem of care, educating us about prevention, performing screenings, and advocating for our health. They take care of us at our worse and help us stay well when we are okay. Their dedication is a beacon of hope. 🤢😇
Melanoma Awareness 👂👀
Did you know that melanoma can be treated if caught early? Nurses and doctors play a huge role in early detection. Skin checks and preventative care advice are amongst their superpowers! 🦸♀️🦸♂️
Safe in the Sun ☀️
Here's how these healthcare heroes help us fight back against melanoma:
- Educate about sunscreen and shade 🧴⛱️
- Perform skin checks for suspicious moles 👀
- Offer treatment options for any diagnosis 💪
✅ MOJI BITS & BYTES ✅
From melanoma prevention to fighting alongside patients, nurses truly embody the spirit of healthcare heroes. 👩⚕️🧑⚕️👨⚕️
- Superhero Scrubs - From routine check-ups to life-saving procedures, nurses are everyday superheroes. 🦸♀️🦸♂️🏥
- More Than Medicine – Nurses focus on the whole patient, offering emotional support and guidance alongside medical care. 🤗🧠
- Nurses in the Wild – From hospitals, schools, prisons, cruise ships, summer camps, movie sets, and of course telehealth – nurses work in a vast array of settings, making a difference everywhere! 🏥🏫🛳️🏕️🎬💻
- Beyond the Bedside - 59% of registered nurses work outside hospitals, like nursing homes & home care. 🏥➡️🏡
- Nurses Power Communities – They work in public health, home care, and outreach programs, addressing health needs at the grassroots level. 🏘️🚐
- Nurses in Demand – The need for qualified, dedicated huge! With a projected shortage of 1 million by 2030, this field offers stability and purpose. 👨⚕️👩⚕️🏥
- Skin Checks Save Lives – Encourage everyone you know to get annual skin checks, a vital service nurses help provide. 🔍
- Melanoma Stats – 1 in 50 Americans develops melanoma. Early detection is absolutely critical for successful treatment. 🤢😱
- Melanoma Myths - It's NOT just about sunburns! Risk factors include family history, moles, and fair skin. Be informed! 🧬
- Shining a Light on Melanoma - Melanoma is treatable if caught early. Spread awareness and protect yourself from harmful UV rays! ☀️⚠️
- Wear it Black - Support Melanoma Monday by wearing black! It's a simple way to make a statement and raise awareness. 🖤
- SPF: What's Your Number - Look for broad-spectrum protection with SPF 30 or higher. Reapply often! 🧴
- Know Your ABCDEs – Changes in moles (Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving) could be warning signs. 👀🔎
- Shade is Your Shield – When the sun's at its peak, seek cover, wear a hat, and rock those sunglasses! 😎⛱️
- Don't Fear the Forecast – You CAN enjoy the outdoors safely. Be sun-smart, not sun-scared! ☀️🌲🌊
When was your last skin check? Did you learn anything new or surprising? 🩺🔎
🎆 INSPIRATION QUOTES OF THE DAY 🎆
~ Our fingerprints don’t fade from the lives we touch. ~
- Judy Blume, Author
~ Minorities think they're immune, but we're absolutely part of the one in five that gets skin cancer! It's a myth, and myths are meant to be debunked! ~
- Gabrielle Union, Actor
~ Nurses are always there, you care for us from the earliest years. You look after us in our happiest and saddest times. And for many, you look after us and our families at the end of our lives. Your dedication and professionalism are awe-inspiring. ~
- Duchess Kate Middleton
Moji Challenge Prompt
➡️ Emoji Power-Up: Protecting the Free Press 🎤🛡️
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The Concept - Let's see your healthcare heroes! Use emoji to design a scene showing how nurses, doctors, and other healthcare workers make a difference.
- Instructions
- Dedication & Compassion – Highlight their commitment to patient care. Maybe they're offering comfort alongside medical expertise. 👩⚕️💖
- Skin Check Champs – Show a nurse or doctor performing a skin exam, educating a patient about melanoma prevention. 🔎🩺
- Sunscreen & Shade – Create a scene emphasizing healthy habits like applying sunscreen or seeking shade. 🧴⛱️
- Power of Prevention – Illustrate how healthcare workers empower us to be proactive about our health. 💪
Examples
- 👩⚕️ + 🔎 + 🤕 = 😊 - Nurse does a skin check, patient gets reassurance
- 🧑⚕️ + 🧴⛱️ = ☀️🚫 - Doctor provides sun safety tips
- 💉 + 💪 - Vaccination builds immunity
- 💖 + 🧠 + 🩺 - Nurses care for the whole person
- 🤕 + ❤️ + 👩⚕️ = 😌 - Patient feels cared for by a nurse
- 👩⚕️ + 📱 + 👨⚕️ = 🤝 - Nurses and doctors collaborate for the best patient care
- 🏥 + 🚑 = 💨 - Ambulance rushing to the hospital in an emergency
- 👨🏫 + 🩺 + 👩🎓 = 🏥 - Professor teaching medical students the tools of the trade
Share & Inspire - Tag your fav nurses, doctors, and anyone who appreciates healthcare workers. Use 📱 #MojiChallenge #HealthcareHeroes
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Moji Magic 🪄
Level Up Your Expression
Share your thoughts on free press and the secure storing and flow of info!
- Be a Melanoma Warrior - Share facts about melanoma prevention and detection.
- Thinking Time - Did you learn something new about melanoma today? Or see nursing in a new? What are your takeaways?
- Nursing Inspiration - Did the post get you thinking about a career in nursing? Do some research and learn more! 🏥
- OPTIONAL LEVEL UP - Upload your favorite emoji artwork to the Moji Customizer to create custom merch for your favorite nurse or other healthcare worker - or inspire a melanoma warrior!
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Moji Mashup 😇 + 🤢 = ?
In this Moji Mashup we paired Smiling Face with Halo 😇 emoji with Nauseated Face 🤢 emoji to remind us of the angels nurses are taking care of us at our most vulnerable! Check out our Facebook or head on over to Pinterest to see our struck creation from the Google Emoji Kitchen today! 🌟 -
Smiling Face with Halo on Emojipedia 😇
Dig into the smiling face with halo description, tech origin details, and unique emoji design versions across different platforms at Emojipedia, the ultimate emoji encyclopedia! 📚📲
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Playlist - Fight melanoma and honor our healthcare heroes with our Nurses: Health Heroes Playlist! You'll find tunes about nurses, staying strong, and keeping on. Perfect for raising awareness while rocking out! ☀️💪🎶🎵
Wrappin' Up - Make a Difference!
Today we honored the incredible work of nurses and spread awareness about melanoma. But the celebration and education don't have to stop! Here's how you can keep the momentum going:
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Thank a Healthcare Hero - Whether it's a nurse who treated you kindly, or a doctor who went the extra mile, take a moment to express your gratitude. Their work matters! 🌟
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Schedule a Skin Check - Early detection is key in fighting melanoma. If it's been a while, book that appointment! 🔎
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Sunscreen Up - Make applying (and reapplying) sunscreen a non-negotiable part of your routine. Protect your skin every day! 🧴
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Share the Knowledge - Did you learn something new about melanoma or healthcare today? Spread the word to friends and family! 🗣️
Every act of gratitude, every preventative step, and every bit of knowledge shared makes a difference. Keep up the "Healthcare Heroes" spirit and fight for healthier, sun-safer days ahead! 💖☀️
See ya tomorrow for another Emoji-A-Day adventure where we keep learning, creating, and discovering together! Believe in yourself – we sure do! ✨
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