Early MMR Vaccination: Protecting Infants During the Measles Outbreaks

Measles was declaredeliminated in the United States in 2000. Yet, in 2025, it’s back with force. At the time of this writing, theCDC reports outbreaks in 31 states, with 1,001 confirmed cases and two pediatric deaths—96% of those infected being either unvaccinated or have an unknown vaccination status against measles. One-third of U.S. cases this year have occurred in children under age five, including infants under 12 months. 

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Work-Life Balance for Nurse Practitioners: Making the Most of Summer Without Burning Out

While clinic schedules and waiting rooms ebb and flow with seasonal illnesses, the demands on clinician time remain constant.

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Taming Triggers to Control Asthma

Medications are a vital part of asthma management—but they’re not the only tool in your kit. Helping patients gain control of their asthma also means teaching them how to recognize and avoid the triggers that lead to flares.

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MMR Vaccines in the Time of Measles Outbreak

It is tragic that in 2025, measles—a fully preventable disease—has caused two deaths (at the time of writing) and sickened hundreds across the United States. With outbreaks making headlines, patients are flooding our inboxes and exam rooms with urgent questions:

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Colorectal Cancer Screening: Practical Tips for Clinicians

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. While most cases are diagnosed in individuals over 65, rates are rising in adults under 50, making early screening more critical than ever. Screening reduces CRC mortality by catching cancer in its early, treatable stages, yet many patients remain hesitant or unsure of their options.

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Using the AHA's PREVENT Tool to Assess Cardiovascular Risk

The red and pink hearts decorating our homes and stores in February remind us not only of Valentine’s Day but also of Heart Health Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death nationally. To lower the risk of cardiovascular disease, the American Heart Association recommends screenings for risk factors. In 2023, they announced theirnew PREVENT tooldesigned to calculate the risk of heart disease.

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Chief Complaint: Differential Diagnosis of Red Eye: When to Refer and When to Manage

The “red eye” is a common presenting symptom in primary care, spanning a spectrum of conditions from benign to sight-threatening emergencies. Knowing how to differentiate these conditions quickly is key to providing safe, effective care. 

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New Year, New Look—But the Same Hippo You Know and Love

At Hippo Education, our mission has always been simple: 

Empower the people of medicine to learn, grow, and thrive through education and community.

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Winter Skin Care for Patients with Atopic Dermatitis: Key Tips for Clinicians

While winter brings snow, festive holidays, and cozy sweaters, it can also bring dry skin. For patients with atopic dermatitis, or eczema, winter often worsens eczema symptoms due to cold air, indoor heating, and increased exposure to triggers such as stress. To help your patients manage their atopic dermatitis, focus on these three key strategies:

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Chief Complaint: Acute Dyspnea: A Framework for Differential Diagnosis

Acute dyspnea, or shortness of breath, is a common symptom ranging from non-emergent to emergent. Even seemingly benign cases can quickly decompensate, making a systematic approach crucial in time-sensitive settings. When facing a patient experiencing acute dyspnea, just remember to "inhale and follow the oxygen."

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Tech in Medicine: Are Smartwatches Changing the Way We Practice?

Smartwatches and other wearable fitness trackers are everywhere—and they’re doing way more than counting steps. These devices now track heart rate variability (HRV), flag irregular heart rhythms, and even record single-lead ECGs. Cool, right? But what happens when a patient walks in with their wrist buzzing and a bunch of data they want us to interpret? Let’s dive into the world of wearables and what they mean for us as healthcare...

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2024 in Review: NP Edition

2024 was a banner year for Hippo Education, as we focused on providing resources that cater specifically to the growing number of nurse practitioners (NPs) entering and advancing in clinical practice. With more NPs taking on essential roles in healthcare, Hippo has made a concerted effort to create practical, high-quality content to support their growth and success. Here are our top three highlights from this year: 

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