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What’s all the fuss about patient safety?
What's all the fuss about patient safety? You may be surprised! To those of us in health care, Patient Safety Awareness Week every March is a big...
March is Blood Clot Awareness Month!
A year ago, I almost died. A little checklist saved my life. As the new year got underway, I was actually thrilled about the pain in my calf! I took...
Prevent Pneumonia with a Low-Cost Solution
Did you know that your "pearly whites" can protect you from getting pneumonia? Don't you LOVE simple solutions for serious problems? Today, I am...
Doctor Appointment Prep – How to Get the Most Out of Every Minute
Studies show... your doctor's advice may blur from memory, but there's a good way to keep it in focus! When we’re under the weather – or have any...
Good Conversations
For good care, lead good conversations. Here's how. Last week, I shared a story about my mother’s recent ER experience. You may recall how horrified...
Shared Decision Making
Role Reversal in Care: Good Intentions Get Scary! Last Friday, I spent the day with my mother in an Emergency Room and was reminded that,...