The nursing shortage affects more countries. The National Association of School Nurses, or NASN, Florida ranks number 44 in the country. Generally, the ratio of nurses to students decreases, the suggested federal standard by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention should be1 nurse per 750 students. Vermont has the ratio 1 nurse per 275 students. Because students can tell health concerns to nurses and not to teachers, medical professional like Evan Patak, LPN at Coleman Middle School, is allowed to make a diagnosis to students.

Texas-Based Medical Scrubs Retailer, blue sky scrubs is now looking for a non-profit organization who will accept a large donation of men's scrubs, women's scrubs, and scrub hats.blue sky scrubs is known as an online boutique that designs scrubs and scrub hats. Blue sky scrubs is very selective in their inventory. Their prices are higher than their competitor which assure flawless fabric and uniforms. The company is committed in using good materials available to create comfy, chic scrubs and scrub hats, and to provide instant and courteous service to the medical professionals.

This year 2009, expect 1.3 million new cases of breast cancer to happen among women worldwide. Scrubs & Beyond, a leader in the medical scrubs industry, is growing its extensive collection with new colors and patterns to beat this cancer and as a tribute to the National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. They introduced Littmann limited edition Breast Cancer Scope Scrubs clothing with pink ribbon for Medical experts. Flattering pink scrub tops in the popular Kathryn-style body with "Hope" are the designs of Koi nursing uniforms. As a support to breast cancer prevention and research, the sales from the Hope mock-wrap styled top with fuchsia dapper will be given to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

The uniform of a nurse plays a very important role in the healthcare industry. The nursing sector must stay smart by discovering a professional look that will give an impact in the workplace. Hospital staff must be noticeable to patients within the medical environment. Different types of nurses must be easily recognized in the healthcare system.  From student nurses, senior staff nurses, ward sisters, phlebotomist, dental nurse, and qualified nurses. All of them should be distinguished by uniforms that they wear.