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(Source: Not just about cancer) Not just about cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4025744 Sun, 03 Oct 2010 00:29:00 +0100 4025744 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3994239&cid=t_187474_136_f&fid=35316&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnotjustaboutcancer.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F09%2Fwild-and-crazy-goal.html I have been overwhelmed and touched by all the donations I've collected for the Run for the Cure.Our team, No Pink for Profit, has more than thirty members.I'm - ahem - tickled pink.I've raised $1,558.00, way more than I'd anticipated. And maybe all this generosity and enthusiasm have made me delirious but I've begun to wonder, "what if I could make it an even $2000.00?"What do you think? Is it possible? Want to help? If you are reading this post on a site other than Not Just About Cancer (besides Facebook or a feed reader), you are reading stolen content. (Source: Not just about cancer) Not just about cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3994239 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 13:00:00 +0100 3994239 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3946654&cid=t_187474_136_f&fid=35316&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnotjustaboutcancer.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F09%2Fopen-letter-run-for-cure.html Dear Friends and Family, This year, I am running/walking in the Run for the Cure in support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation and I'm writing to ask if you'd be willing to make a donation. As you know, this is an issue that is very personal for me. In November 2006, when I was told that my breast cancer had spread to my liver, I knew no one who had survived this kind of diagnosis. Even my oncologist reluctantly told me that I had “years not decades” to live. But my response to treatment was immediate and dramatic – by June 2007, there was no longer any sign of cancer in my body. As I write this, I am still in remission. 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US$9.95 – using Paypal, Visa or Mastercard —————————————————- Help set the ghosts of alcoholism free Medical students’ knowledge about alcohol and drug problemsAlcohol Brief Intervention in Primary PracticeElderly Tend to Drink Too MuchAA and SpiritualityAA and Professional Treatment (Source: Twelve Step Facilitation.com) Twelve Step Facilitation.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3672047 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:13:27 +0100 3672047 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3610397&cid=t_187474_113_f&fid=34634&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FEmrAndHipaa%2F%7E3%2FZ8Nh-X85KBI%2F I’ve heard this mentioned a few times, but in all my posts I don’t think I’d ever mentioned it myself. But it’s very true that EMR is the Physician equivalent of an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning). Wikipedia describes an ERP as such: Enterprise resource planning (ERP) is an integrated computer-based system used to manage internal and external resources including tangible assets, financial resources, materials, and human resources. It is a software architecture whose purpose is to facilitate the flow of information between all business functions inside the boundaries of the organization and manage the connections to outside stakeholders. Built on a centralized database and normally utilizing a common computing platform, ERP systems consolidate all business operati... EMR and HIPAA blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3610397 Fri, 28 May 2010 20:00:28 +0100 3610397 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3547013&cid=t_187474_151_f&fid=35805&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Ftwelvestepfacilitation%2FwAgT%2F%7E3%2FgluO7X5_ONw%2F · A.A.’s 12-Step Recovery Program · Al-Anon Offers New Life · Alcohol and Anxiety · Alcohol Problems Database · Alcoholic Defence Mechanisms · Alcoholics Anonymous and Nursing · An Introduction to Medication for Alcohol Dependence · Anti-Craving Drugs · Binge Drinking & Brain Damage · Brain Damage & Cirrhosis · Brief-TSF Description · Brief-TSF Learning Objectives · Buy Brief-TSF Random ArticlesManaging Addiction as a Chronic ConditionAlcohol use by healthcare professionals.Integrating Primary Medical Care With Addiction TreatmentStrategies for Dealing with Common ProblemsCharacteristics of Children of Alcoholics (Source: Twelve Step Facilitation.com) Twelve Step Facilitation.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3547013 Tue, 04 May 2010 07:27:33 +0100 3547013 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3522831&cid=t_187474_151_f&fid=35805&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Ftwelvestepfacilitation%2FwAgT%2F%7E3%2FgDG0Cy-PGuQ%2F AA & 12-Step Treatment AA Assists Alcoholics Avoid Alcohol AA Can Help Most Alcoholics AA Fact File AA’s 12-Step Recovery Program Al-Anon offers new life Alcohol and Anxiety Alcohol Problems Database Alcoholic Defense Mechanisms Alcoholics Anonymous and Nursing Alcoholics Anonymous Program in India Alcoholics can benefit from Al-Anon Alcoholics Have Trouble Identifying Emotions Alcoholism / Addiction Treatment Saves Money Alcoholism in women Alcoholism Treatment in a Nursing Home Altruism helps AA members stay sober An Introduction to Medication for Alcohol Dependence Anti-craving Drugs Attendance at Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings Binge Drinking & Brain Damage Brain Damage & Cirrhosis Brief Intervention in Emergency Room Effective Brief-TSF Descrip... Twelve Step Facilitation.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3522831 Sat, 24 Apr 2010 05:54:31 +0100 3522831 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3487315&cid=t_187474_136_f&fid=35316&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnotjustaboutcancer.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F04%2Fbuckets-of-pink-sht.html If you've been reading this blog for a while, then you know how I feel about corporations selling pink crap in the name of "breast cancer." I even have a "don't buy pink crap" tag that use pretty regularly, especially in October.There have been some pretty awful pink products sold over the years but in launching "Buckets for the Cure," KFC and Susan G. Komen for the Cure have sunk to what may be a new kind of low.This stupefyingly bad idea was brought to my attention by Clergy Girl, in a post called "Buckets Of Saturated Fat For The Cure" over at Mothers With Cancer. She writes: This was a sell-out Komen.  Did you ask anyone with breast cancer how they would feel seeing that big pink greasy bucket of chicken?  Was someone going to lose their job if you didn’t raise cash quick?&... Not just about cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3487315 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:17:00 +0100 3487315 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3395250&cid=t_187474_117_f&fid=38158&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.twitter.com%2Famacupuncturehttp%3A%2F%2Famericanacupuncture.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F03%2Fbribe-bully-and-buy-house-votes-to-win.html To get the 216 votes necessary congressmen had to be bought, bribed, bullied, and pressured to get the win.   We elected a president with his promise to change Washington politics.    He indeed did.  Now voters are furious with the earmarks, insider deals, and lack of transparency.As a medical physician for over 51 years, I strive to give you the best medical information on controversial medical subjects, and help your read betwwen the lines. You must come to your own conclusions. I have no ties to any organization, pharmaceutical, or lobby group. As an practicing medical acupuncturist since 1982, I find western medicine and medical acupuncture are very complimentary. This results in astounding healing in pain management, addictions to cigarette... Dr. Needles Medical Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3395250 Mon, 22 Mar 2010 19:46:00 +0100 3395250 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3342665&cid=t_187474_97_f&fid=35606&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.theangriestpharmacist.com%2F2010%2F03%2F08%2Fthe-war-continues%2F Which war you ask? Of course, the WAR BETWEEN PHARMACISTS AND CHIROPRACTORS. In honor of my chiropractor, who has been made privy to this site, I’ve made a couple funny t-shirts. We’ve had a few good conversations about beliefs, traditions, and principles of both of our professions. I’ve cited many peer-reviewed research studies. He’s cited a lot of…well…anecdotal evidence… Pharmacist 1,  Chiropractors 0 It could be worst I could be a silly CHIROPRACTOR Love, your local PHARMACIST It’s long been known that there are a few QUACK chiropractors out there, and the vast majority of chiropractors don’t trust pharmaceuticals and ESPECIALLY VACCINES/Antibiotics (other than NSAIDS/Oxicams, COX-2, and a select few other drugs). We might as well... The Angriest Pharmacist blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3342665 Mon, 08 Mar 2010 05:27:58 +0100 3342665 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3208693&cid=t_187474_151_f&fid=35805&url=http%3A%2F%2Ftwelvestepfacilitation.com%2Ftwelve-step-facilitation-for-general-health-care-workers%2F Twelve-step facilitation (TSF) in non-specialty settings. Participation in the twelve-step mutual-help organization, Alcoholics Anonymous, has proven to be an effective means of helping individuals with alcohol dependence achieve lasting sobriety. Although many patients choose to attend AA of their own accord, clinicians’ facilitation of AA involvement ("Twelve-Step Facilitation" [TSF]) has shown to substantially increase the likelihood that patients will become engaged with these freely available resources. Importantly, many individuals with alcohol dependence never seek help from addiction specialists, yet often encounter other health professionals due to alcohol-related physical or psychological problems providing an opportunity for intervention. However, for clinici... Twelve Step Facilitation.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3208693 Sun, 24 Jan 2010 12:25:49 +0100 3208693 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3023223&cid=t_187474_113_f&fid=34634&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.emrandhipaa.com%2Femr-and-hipaa%2F2009%2F11%2F22%2Fbest-advice-for-those-implementing-an-emr%2F Since it’s the weekend, I like to open it up for the readers of this site to share their knowledge. Let’s hear the best advice you could give to someone who is implementing an EMR. I’ll admit that I had a hard time just choosing one piece of advice. My first thought was mapping your current workflows and map them to your EMR software. This is an amazing way to plan for an EMR implementation. Then, my next thought was to choose the right EMR. However, that just feels too easy. So, I’ll take… Make sure you get buy-in for your EMR implementation in all parts of your organization. Beg, borrow, steal, mandate, grovel, or whatever it takes to get buy in before you implement an EMR. Related posts:Advice for EMR Selection Consultants A recent comment asked me what I... EMR and HIPAA blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3023223 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:38:56 +0100 3023223 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2934918&cid=t_187474_136_f&fid=35316&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnotjustaboutcancer.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F10%2Fblog-post.html Yesterday morning, I got a call from Oresta. She told me that she had read my article in the Centretown Buzz and wanted to reach out to me.Even though I love her store and spa (I asked for gift certificates for Christmas last year), I was not on her mailing list and had not received the letter that I posted above.It's hard to read, so here is the text, in full:OCTOBER is BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTHPinkwasher: (pink’-wah-sher) noun. A company that pur-ports to care about breast cancer by promoting a pinkribboned product, but manufactures products that arelinked to the disease.Dear clients,ORESTA organic skin care confectionery is committed to providing organic spatreatments and to supporting companies that manufacture truly pure and organicproducts. We believe in beauty without compromi... Not just about cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2934918 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:00:00 +0100 2934918 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2912484&cid=t_187474_136_f&fid=35316&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnotjustaboutcancer.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F10%2Fde-bunking-pink.html "Three years ago, I saw a story on the news while I was at the gym. An investigative feature on the breast cancer awareness contributions that various corporations pledged during Breast Cancer Awareness Month found that most of these promotions led to increased sales and windfall profits that dwarfed the piddling donations that the extra sales generated. Until that moment, I was gung-ho about buying products marked with pink ribbons."And so begins the best article I have ever read on the subject of the pink-washing of October (and not just because the author says you should all go out and buy my book). Suzanne Reisman hits all the bases in this piece and does it with eloquence and a sense of humour.If you have ever struggled to understand why some of us object to pinxploitation (I just mad... Not just about cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2912484 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:33:00 +0100 2912484 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2855800&cid=t_187474_136_f&fid=35316&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnotjustaboutcancer.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F10%2Freally-random.html I had to turn on the heat today. I was hoping to wait until later in the month but the temperature dropped to 12C (53.6) inside the house.Late last week, I became convinced that something had crawled into our chimney or heating ducts and died. We have since had both cleaned. No dead thing was found but the smell is gone, too.I've been watching more television lately than I have in years (when I could go weeks without watching television). I have become hooked on So You Think You Can Dance (US and Canadian versions) and Glee. I also have just discovered House. I've clearly been missing out on something good, there.After yesterday's grumpy post, I want to say that I think there are lots of groups out there doing good work on behalf of cancer patients. I like Breast Cancer Action (although so... Not just about cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2855800 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:49:00 +0100 2855800 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2846587&cid=t_187474_136_f&fid=35316&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnotjustaboutcancer.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F09%2Fwhats-wrong-with-breast-cancer.html "October is breast cancer awareness month, which again fills the stores with pink products and pink ribbons. But many people with breast cancer are feeling exploited."It's only September 30th and I already have pink ribbon fatigue. I ranted about about this in 2006, 2007 and 2008 (there is also a version of this rant in my book, Not Done Yet).This year, let me point you to an excellent article by Maija Haavisto (and I don't just say this because she quotes me):Since 1985 October has been celebrated as breast cancer awareness month, often symbolized by pink ribbons and the color pink. It is interesting to note that the awareness month was started by the drug company AstraZeneca (which manufactures several breast cancer drugs) and the pink ribbon originated from cosmetics giant Estée Lauder... Not just about cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2846587 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:47:00 +0100 2846587 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2804090&cid=t_187474_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fhalloween-candy-buy-back-program-for-dentists%2F If you haven’t checked into the Halloween Candy Buy Back Program, time is not on your side! The program’s Facebook page says that the HCBBP is: “A growing national movement of dentists who buy or collect Halloween candy from kids and then ship the treats to support our troops overseas.” Your dental office has a sensational opportunity to get involved with your local community, which is great for marketing, and it also shows your business’s desire to give back to the community and nation. Keep in mind, the popular marketing trend of Generation G focuses on generosity, giving, and gratitude. HCBBP fits that bill to a T. History of the program… Dr. Chris Kammer started the Halloween Candy Buy Back Program in 2006 when his PR company asked him about an innovative idea for an Octob... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2804090 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:04:01 +0100 2804090 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2737892&cid=t_187474_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fdental-practice-transition-planning%2F This informative article about planning for a giant career move, practice transition, was submitted to DentalBlogs by our friends at Henry Schein. Your principal asset For most dentists, ownership of their dental practice is the major focus of their energy expenditures, financial situation, and professional lives. Years of blood, sweat, and tears, coupled with the relationships formed with both staff and patients, have caused dentists to form a deep-seated emotional attachment with their practice. For many, the dollar value of that practice represents a significant portion of their financial assets. For the new dentist, there is a definite value in acquiring the patient base which has taken the transitioning dentist years to develop and will provide an immediate and substantial cash flow. ... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2737892 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:37:38 +0100 2737892 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725285&cid=t_187474_151_f&fid=35805&url=http%3A%2F%2Ftwelvestepfacilitation.com%2Ftwelve-step-facilitation-tsf-works%2F This article discusses the rationale for interventions that facilitate alcohol-dependent patients’ affiliations with AA and related mutual-help organizations (e.g., Narcotics Anonymous [NA]). The article also reviews recent research comparing those interventions with other treatment methods. Research; Professional Interventions That Facilitate 12-Step Self-Help Group Involvement. Journal article by Keith Humphreys; Alcohol Research & Health, Vol. 23, 1999 The Twelve-Step Facilitation Handbook: A Systematic Approach to Early Recovery from Alcoholism and Addiction by Joseph Nowinski See also; Twelve Step Facilitation is designed to support people returning to their community Twelve-Step Programs as an Adjunct to Psychotherapy and Psychopharmacology Brief-TSF ca... Twelve Step Facilitation.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725285 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 13:50:05 +0100 2725285 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2667741&cid=t_187474_151_f&fid=35805&url=http%3A%2F%2Ftwelvestepfacilitation.com%2Ftsf-training-popular-articles%2F · A.A.’s 12-Step Recovery Program · Al-Anon Offers New Life · Alcohol and Anxiety · Alcohol Problems Database · Alcoholic Defence Mechanisms · Alcoholics Anonymous and Nursing · An Introduction to Medication for Alcohol Dependence · Anti-Craving Drugs · Binge Drinking & Brain Damage · Brain Damage & Cirrhosis · Brief-TSF Description · Brief-TSF Learning Objectives · Buy Brief-TSF , Twelve Step Facilitation Most popular Articles December 2007 (Source: Twelve Step Facilitation.com) Twelve Step Facilitation.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2667741 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:10:07 +0100 2667741 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2664094&cid=t_187474_135_f&fid=35274&url=http%3A%2F%2Facidrefluxweb.com%2F%3Fp%3D3855 OK,that last video got taken off You Tube really fast. This one shows that it doesn’t take long to profit off of Whako Jacko - who is now described as Pop Royalty. If anyone purchases all four to complete the collection please let me know. [OFFICIAL] Michael Jackson Tribute SetTechnorati Tags: Acid Reflux, acidrefluxeweb.com, GLBT, HIV, feature video, shit people buy, dead people make money (Source: acidrefluxweb.com) acidrefluxweb.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2664094 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 12:28:10 +0100 2664094 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2625952&cid=t_187474_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2FUZ1NYgCkBFg%2F We own three iPods at my house, including a recently purchased iPod Touch. Since many of the iPod parts are made abroad, is my family guilty of allowing our consumer spending to “leak” abroad, depriving the American economy of the consumer stimulus we are told it so desperately needs? If you believe the “Buy American” lectures and legislation coming out of Washington, the answer must be yes. Our friends at ReasonTV have just posted a brilliant video short, “Is Your iPod Unpatriotic?” With government requiring its contractors to buy American-made steel, iron, and manufactured products, is it only a matter of time before the iPod—“Assembled in China,” of all places—comes under scrutiny? You can view the video here: In my upcoming Cato book, Mad about Trade: Why M... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2625952 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 19:54:03 +0100 2625952 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2510273&cid=t_187474_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2FZOD3T40B9_U%2F The “buy America” provision in the misnamed stimulus bill was supposed to protect jobs in the U.S.  Alas, by encouraging foreign protectionism, the measure is likely to end up destroying American jobs. Indeed, the provision has all the earmarks of a grand political fiasco.  Reports the Financial Times: Confusion reins. For fear of missing out on contracts, many companies are demanding that all their suppliers are Buy American-compliant regardless of any exemptions. “Those companies that can comply are of course thrilled and are trumpeting that in their marketing. Those that cannot are in agony and are losing business and cutting workers,” says David Ralston, a government procurement lawyer at Foley & Lardner. “The many companies that find themselves in the gray area... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2510273 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:35:01 +0100 2510273 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2464095&cid=t_187474_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2FpjPfPUU8O18%2F Earlier today, Doug Bandow weighed in with some commentary on the problems that Buy American provisions are creating for both Canadian and American businesses. Let me reinforce his view that such rules are anachronistic and self-defeating with some thoughts from a forthcoming paper of mine about the incongruity between modern commercial reality and trade policies that have failed to keep pace. Even though President Obama implored, “If you are considering buying a car, I hope it will be an American car,” it is nearly impossible to determine objectively what makes an American car. The auto industry provides a famous example, but is really just one of many that transcends national boundaries and renders obsolete the notion of international competition as a contest between “our” pro... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2464095 Mon, 08 Jun 2009 18:34:17 +0100 2464095 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2523005&cid=t_187474_97_f&fid=35606&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.theangriestpharmacist.com%2F2009%2F05%2F12%2Fwomen-a-new-t-shirt%2F (Source: The Angriest Pharmacist) The Angriest Pharmacist blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2523005 Tue, 12 May 2009 09:41:39 +0100 2523005 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2405246&cid=t_187474_97_f&fid=35606&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.theangriestpharmacist.com%2F2009%2F05%2F12%2Fwomen-a-new-t-shirt%2F (Source: The Angriest Pharmacist) The Angriest Pharmacist blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2405246 Tue, 12 May 2009 09:41:39 +0100 2405246 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2398723&cid=t_187474_97_f&fid=35606&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.theangriestpharmacist.com%2F2009%2F05%2F08%2Fleave-it-like-you-found-it%2F I’m sick and tired of coming in and finding things all clusterf.ed. Techs moving shit around. Floaters reorganizing things that they have no business touching. Staffers changing settings under the assumption that either: a)I won’t notice. b)I don’t care. or c)I will agree that their way is better. It’s pathetic, really. Now, I’m not being controlling here — at least not overly controlling. I mean, we have a community station that we occasionally use for internet searchers, but it’s main function is for accessing the online ordering program. The computer itself is quite finicky. If you log out of the program, it’s a bitch to get back on. I’ve taught every employee how to hit alt+tab to get out of the fullscreen ordering program to access... The Angriest Pharmacist blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2398723 Sat, 09 May 2009 04:56:56 +0100 2398723 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2364975&cid=t_187474_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fgreys-anatomy-blurring-fact-and-fiction%2F The hospital - Seattle Grace - doesn’t exist and neither does its staff but that’s not stopping them from using the pending nuptials of Dr Derek ‘McDreamy’ Shepard and Dr. Meredith Grey as a fundraiser for a worthy cause. Actually, it’s a pretty clever idea - creating online wedding registry - that taps the Grey’s Anatomy’s fans into feeling that they are part of the wedding festivities, which allows them to donate in lieu of gifts to one of these three well deserving charities… - American Academy of Neurology Foundation (ANN) - Alzheimer’s Association - American Skin Foundation When contacted by the producers of Grey’s Anatomy as one of the chosen charities, the AAN foundation jumped on the offer. As foundation’s Executive Director, Catherine M Rydell, says ‘…Thi... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2364975 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 17:41:25 +0100 2364975 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2349583&cid=t_187474_137_f&fid=35426&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTheAlzheimersReadingRoom%2F%7E3%2FANO0O10t4uo%2Falzheimers-project-momentum-in-science.html This is the book version of the upcoming documentary on HBO -- The Alzheimer's Project.The Alzheimer's Project: Momentum in ScienceFollow the Alzheimer's Reading Room on TwitterSubscribe to The Alzheimer's Reading Room--via Email (Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The) Alzheimer's Reading Room, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2349583 Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:57:54 +0100 2349583 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2349585&cid=t_187474_137_f&fid=35426&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTheAlzheimersReadingRoom%2F%7E3%2FWFCkdsqkiZo%2Falzheimers-project-how-to-get-it-on-dvd.html I am getting bombarded with emails asking me how to get HBO's The Alzheimer's Project if you don't have HBO.Reader Dawn is right here in the U.S. so maybe someone could share with her. Reader Jocelyn is in New Zealand so that might be more difficult.There is good news. HBO is offering the Alzheimer's Project on DVD and in book form. You can order it now, but it won't ship until June 2.The DVD version of The Alzheimer's Project -- it costs $18.99 plus shipping.To order a copy of the DVD -- The Alzheimer's Project -- go here.HBO is also offering a book version -- The Alzheimer's Project: Momentum in Science (to be released on May 11).Subscribe to The Alzheimer's Reading Room--via EmailBob DeMarco is a citizen journalist, blogger, and Caregiver. In addition to being an experienced writer he t... Alzheimer's Reading Room, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2349585 Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:17:17 +0100 2349585 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2167558&cid=t_187474_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F02%2F08%2Fmoney-happiness-but-theres-a-catch%2F Popular culture tells us we’d be happier with more money, but how much is enough? John D. Rockefeller had a tongue-in-cheek reply to the query, “Just a little bit more,” while an entire countermovement scoffs at the notion that joy and contentment can be purchased, arguing that money is not the root of all happiness, but of all evil. What does psychology have to say on the subject? According to a new San Francisco State University study, both camps are partially right: money can lead to greater happiness for the person possessing it and those around them, if it is used to buy experiences, not possessions. According to SFU’s February 7 press release, the study by Ryan Howell, an assistant professor of psychology at SFU, “demonstrates that experiential purchases, such as a me... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2167558 Sun, 08 Feb 2009 15:41:29 +0100 2167558 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2153169&cid=t_187474_109_f&fid=36089&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthesituationist.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F02%2F03%2Fjuliet-schor-on-the-situation-of-consumption%2F Boston College sociologist (and economist) Juliet Schor is one of the confirmed presenters at the Third Annual Project on Law and Mind Sciences Conference (titled “The Free-Market Mindset:  History, Psychology, and Consequences” and scheduled for March 7, 2009). Schor’s recent work — as summarized on her website and as illustrated by her brilliant book, Born to Buy: The Commercialized Child and the New Consumer Culture — focuses “on issues pertaining to trends in work and leisure, consumerism, the relationship between work and family, women’s issues and economic justice.” Here are two Youtube videos in which Professor Schor summarizes some of her research and writing.  In this first video (roughly 30 minutes), Schor discusses her book, Bor... The Situationist blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2153169 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 06:57:49 +0100 2153169 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1947118&cid=t_187474_132_f&fid=35024&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FBlindscientist%2F%7E3%2F6kq3L-38f0A%2F FortiClient Mendeley Internet Explorer (yes, I know, I used it before) list updated daily/weekly/monthly/yearly (Source: Blind.Scientist) Blind.Scientist blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1947118 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 15:56:05 +0100 1947118 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1911655&cid=t_187474_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.healthtalk.com%2Fbreast-cancer%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fwhat-to-buy-someone-going-through-breast-cancer%2F What is the best gift to give someone who has just been newly diagnosed with breast cancer? Flowers usually work for everybody. A precious friend sent flowers as soon as I told her about the diagnosis. My sister–in-law sent them to my house as soon as I got home from surgery. While most women think that spending money on something that will not last is a waste, Dr. Phil listed smelling flowers among one of the best ways to fight stress; it causes you to stop and take a deep breath. I love flowers, and they are appropriate for someone home from surgery and limited in mobility, but I wouldn’t suggest flowers for anyone undergoing chemotherapy as some smells can increase nausea. To this day, I cannot buy particular scented hand soap because the smell seemed too intense and triggered nause... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1911655 Mon, 27 Oct 2008 23:38:13 +0100 1911655 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1901669&cid=t_187474_136_f&fid=35316&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnotjustaboutcancer.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F10%2Fbook-review-belly-of-whale.html I try to only review things on my blog that I would recommend to others. When I don't enjoy a book that I have been asked to review, I usually keep the review over at Library Thing or don't review it at all.I don't go out of my way to trash someone else's hard work.Most of the time, if I write about it, I like it.However, Belly of the Whale by Linda Merlino is an exception.This novel, a thriller, is about Hudson Catalina, a 38 year old mother to three kids with breast cancer, is badly written, heavy handed and manipulative from beginning to end.Hudson Catalina has given up. Having lost both breasts to cancer, she is emotionally and physically exhausted, no longer willing to endure the nausea and crushing weakness that chemotherapy causes. Until the wrecked-by-life young Buddy Baker arrives... Not just about cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1901669 Thu, 23 Oct 2008 15:49:00 +0100 1901669 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1853679&cid=t_187474_136_f&fid=35316&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnotjustaboutcancer.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F10%2Fi-am-mass-of-contradictions.html I ran the Run for the Cure for the first time today. Given that its a fundraiser for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation I had some trepidations (check out all the pink crap on their site).But I have been running with my10 year old son for a few months now and we were ready for our first 5km run.And I liked that this event was non-competitive.And CBCN did provide a significant chunk of the funding for the National Conference for Young Women Living With Breast Cancer that I attended last year.So I signed up (but I didn't raise funds. I prefer to donate directly to my local cancer centre or to groups like Breast Cancer Action).And I loved it. It was a beautiful day. The atmosphere was one of tremendous goodwill. I felt good.And I have to admit, that I got a lump in my throat when I went to... Not just about cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1853679 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 23:44:00 +0100 1853679 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1844838&cid=t_187474_136_f&fid=35316&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnotjustaboutcancer.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F10%2Fhappy-october.html October, as you most certainly know, is breast cancer awareness month. You won't find any pink ribbons here.Instead, I give you links to my previous posts on this subject:not in my name (October 2007)not enough to think pink (October 2006)And, if you want to read more, please check out Parade of Pink: Why BCA Is Concerned By Cause-Marketing For Breast Cancer. Breast Cancer Action also includes a list of "six critical questions" to ask before buying pink ribbon products so that you "support the cause, not cause-marketers."(I stole these links from an excellent post by sprucehillfarm, over at Mothers With Cancer.)So as, I said, you won't find any pink ribbons here. Red boas, on the other hand, are perfectly acceptable.(photo credit: A. Wayne). (Source: Not just about cancer) Not just about cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1844838 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:08:00 +0100 1844838 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1726337&cid=t_187474_132_f&fid=35024&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FBlindscientist%2F%7E3%2F371999229%2F FortiClient Mendeley list updated daily/weekly/monthly/yearly (Source: Blind.Scientist) Blind.Scientist blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1726337 Fri, 22 Aug 2008 16:29:05 +0100 1726337 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1717132&cid=t_187474_132_f&fid=35024&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FBlindscientist%2F%7E3%2F369122362%2F FortiClient list updated daily/weekly/monthly/yearly (Source: Blind.Scientist) Blind.Scientist blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1717132 Tue, 19 Aug 2008 15:29:05 +0100 1717132 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1677274&cid=t_187474_151_f&fid=35805&url=http%3A%2F%2Ftwelvestepfacilitation.com%2Fbuy-brief-tsf-2%2F Brief-TSF book; How to help an alcoholic find freedom from alcohol. You will be automatically redirected to a download page once payment is confirmed. US$9.95 - using Paypal, Visa or Mastercard     Brief-TSF manual US$9.95 Buy Now with Paypal, Visa or Mastercard Subscribe to Twelve Step Facilitation by Email (Source: Twelve Step Facilitation.com) Twelve Step Facilitation.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1677274 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:13:21 +0100 1677274 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1637691&cid=t_187474_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Faccording-to-the-wealthy-dentist-fed-employees-may-get-foreign-dental-work%2F Dr. Jim Du Molin, the man who posts all the great dental polls on his website at www.thewealthydentist.com, recently posted an interesting blog that may ignite your patriotism. He has heard that a dental insurance company that contracts with the US government to provide benefits to federal employees is seeking bids for low-cost labs overseas. In addition to the recent bad dental work scare, Dr. Du Molin mentions the Buy American Act. This act, passed in the early 1930s, says that the US government should work with US companies over foreign companies when feasible. Read Dr. Du Molin’s blog here: http://www.thewealthydentist.com/blog/329/federal-employees-could-be-getting-foreign-dental-work/. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1637691 Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:11:51 +0100 1637691 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1616387&cid=t_187474_109_f&fid=35677&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FBrainBasedBusiness%2F%7E3%2F332848674%2Fask_before_buying_new_iphone.html It doesn’t take rocket science to buy less or to save more  in today’s fickle markets.  So what’s your best response when confronted with enticing new gadgets that few can resist?Take Friday’s launch of the Apple iPhone.Consumers burned their way along Apple lineups ... and yet few asked questions that could have prevented getting burned later by the flawed startup software. Has it happened to you? Here are 5 intelligent questions to ask before you make any new purchase: 1. What do others say about this product?2. Do monthly payments increase total costs?3. How will the gadget add financial value to the firm’s bottom line. 4. What top advantage will this purchase add to the firm’s existing models?5. Will the cost of this gad... 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Twelve Step Facilitation.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1373605 Tue, 15 Apr 2008 13:00:01 +0100 1373605 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1338160&cid=t_187474_109_f&fid=35677&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FBrainBasedBusiness%2F%7E3%2F261432687%2Fcritical_call_for_buyin.html  People tend to resist changes … even those bearing benefits … when leaders fail to get their buy-in. Have you seen it happen?It only makes sense … human brains oppose delivery of changes they had no part in creating.  Similarly … people often fail to  implement changes somebody else dictated. It doesn’t have to be that way, though. How so? 1. Instead of saying … we’ll meet at such and such a time … ask people to suggest convenient times. 2. Rather than tell people what to do differently … ask their advice and gather suggestions about the action plan you have in mind.3. Rather than criticize what went wrong … reward more of what goes well. 4. Before sending that memo to announce chan... BrainBasedBusiness blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1338160 Mon, 31 Mar 2008 18:51:25 +0100 1338160 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1162477&cid=t_187474_113_f&fid=34634&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.emrandhipaa.com%2Fadministrator%2F2008%2F01%2F19%2Fbenefits-of-using-an-emrehr-consultant-improved-clinical-buy-in%2F Part five of our five part series on the benefits of an EMR or EHR consultant is improved clinical buy-in. Improved Clinical Buy-In Hiring a proven EMR consultant alleviates fear and increases clinical buy in. However, more importantly, EMR consultants are able to provide a clinic the tools needed to show an EMR implementation’s ROI. EMR consultants should do a comprehensive analysis to show how an EMR implementation will reduce costs, increase revenues, and better care for patients. Quantifying the potential returns on an EMR investment generates significant buy in at all levels of a clinical organization. See other parts of Benefits of using an EMR/EHR Consultant: Benefits of Using an EMR/EHR Consultant - Selection Process Benefits of Using an EMR/EHR Consultant - EMR Training Bene... EMR and HIPAA blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1162477 Sat, 19 Jan 2008 16:32:17 +0100 1162477 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1045993&cid=t_187474_109_f&fid=35677&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FBrainBasedBusiness%2F%7E3%2F189060673%2Fhow_come_thats_idiots_rich_and.html Today I discovered the exact opposite of the Hebbian Learner in Robert Shemin – who wrote the book … How Come That Idiot’s Rich and I’m Not? Robert first caught my eye, because it's Thanksgiving,  and he gives thanks daily for blessings such as friends … family … heath … and freedom! No wonder he wins! There’s more too. Multi-millionaire … Shemin challenges people to stop living paycheck-to-paycheck and tells readers to turn their Hebbian thinking upside down. In his words … unlearn things that keep you from making money … and start a 3-part wealth plan. 1. Buy real estate. Shemin suggests you buy three properties for little or no money down. Live in one and draw income from the other two. Real... BrainBasedBusiness blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1045993 Thu, 22 Nov 2007 23:47:13 +0100 1045993 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=966546&cid=t_187474_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2F170271574%2F For a limited time only: we can offer a 10% Discount and Free shipping for SharpBrains readers who want to buy MindFit brain fitness program. Simply visit this website introduce the Discount Code SB-MF-10 in the Discounts/Coupons field as you check out.  Note: by clicking here you will visit a different website, unafiliated with us.  Please remember that we have not developed MindFit, but consider it one of the programs with good grades in our 10-Question Evaluation Checklist, so we are glad to have secured this discount. Below you have some demos, so you get a sense of the types of exercises we are talking about. Have fun! The "Inside and Outside" task was designed to train your divided attention skills. Divided attention is the ability to pay attention to more than one t... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=966546 Mon, 15 Oct 2007 19:04:42 +0100 966546 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=927947&cid=t_187474_136_f&fid=35316&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnotjustaboutcancer.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F10%2Fnot-in-my-name.html In 1992, when I adopted my first dog, I started noticing dogs everywhere I went.When I was first pregnant and then became a mom, it seemed like every woman I saw was having a baby.So last October, when it seemed to me that the whole world had turned pink, I first chalked this up to my own increased awareness. Then I realized that there was something much more insidious behind the pink ribbon bandwagon. And I wrote about it here, in a post-entitled "Not Enough to Think Pink."These are just some of the things I have come across or been asked to promote in the last couple of weeks:Pink acrylic sweaters with little pink ribbons on them.Pink vaccuum cleaners.Pink towels promoting a sports beverage.Pink candies.Pink manicures (there is a nail place down the street from me that is decorated in pi... Not just about cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=927947 Thu, 04 Oct 2007 14:45:00 +0100 927947 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=923766&cid=t_187474_136_f&fid=35316&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnotjustaboutcancer.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F10%2Fbeyond-breast-and-past-pink.html Their lives have been touched by cancer.They write great blogs.We should be aware of their cancer stories, too.Bone Marrow PoptartsLove Letters to Little BearI am NOT an assholeMoving Right Alongwhat's up your butt?Kicking Ass and Taking Names (Source: Not just about cancer) Not just about cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=923766 Wed, 03 Oct 2007 01:04:00 +0100 923766 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=918056&cid=t_187474_136_f&fid=35316&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnotjustaboutcancer.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F10%2Fhappy-october.html I have this bag that I got at the BlogHer conference. It's a messenger style bag, light weight (key when you can only carry a bag on one shoulder due to lymphedema), reasonably rugged, a good size (big enough for wallet, knitting and notebook but not so big it feels awkward). And it looks good. I own lots of bags but this freebie has become my favourite.Until recently, there was only one thing wrong with it. As a freebie, it came emblazoned with two logos. The first is for BlogHer, an organization for which I am happy to advertise. The second was for General Motors, a major sponsor of the '07 conference.Until recently, I put up with the GM logo because I like the bag so much. Then, last Tuesday, workers at GM across the US went on strike and GM reacted with massive layoffs here in Canada. ... Not just about cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=918056 Mon, 01 Oct 2007 17:25:00 +0100 918056 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=623484&cid=t_187474_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F05%2F19%2Fteen-diabetic-drug-use-surges%2F Filed under: Type 2, Childhood, Adult Onset, Diet, Lifestyle, Drugs, Research, Daily NewsLast time I checked -drugs weren't cool, but according to a recent study, within the last 3 years, the number of teens using type 2 diabetes drugs has soared. Medco, the largest US drug benefits manager, found the number of children taking medicine for type 2 diabetes more than doubled between 2001 and 2005. An analysis of prescription data found a 146% increase over four years in young people aged 10-19 taking type 2 diabetes drugs, and 115 % increase in all children in the survey. Children on diabetes medicines also faced other serious problems. About 17% of the boys and 13% of the girls were on drugs for high blood pressure; 5% of both were taking cholesterol-reducing drugs; and nearly 20% were tak... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=623484 Sat, 19 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 623484 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=564152&cid=t_187474_117_f&fid=34612&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thedoctorweighsin.com%2Fjournal%2F2007%2F4%2F23%2Feat-green.html Did you know that 10 percent of the energy consumed in this country (~100 billion gallons of oil per year) is used to grow our foods? And 14% of that astounding number is related to transporting foods from where it is grown to where it is eaten? Another 1/3 of the energy related to producing food is related to the manufacture of fertilizers.  The SF Chronicle, in a supplement to celebrate Earth Day, published an article to help readers Eat Green.  Entitled, "Are You Gorging on Fossil Fuels?" the article , written by Carol Ness, provides some, well, food for thought...and hopefully it will spur you to action.  Here are some of the tips from that article:Eat local.  You can save tons of energy by eating foods grown within 100 to 150 miles of where... The Doctor Weighs In blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=564152 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 01:49:31 +0100 564152