by Karen Curtiss | Aug 9, 2022 | Conversations, Medical
Secrets to getting the most out of every minute with your doctor! Think of your doctor appointments as doctor meetings. This subtle shift in thinking makes a difference! Follow these simple steps for good communication between you and your doctor. Start by creating a... by Karen Curtiss | Aug 2, 2022 | Health Care Costs, Hospital Safety, Medical, Patient Safety
Thank you, Ralph Nader, for making us savvy consumers! He taught us to “shop around” for the things we buy and how to make decisions on value. Since “consumerism” caught on, we know what quality means and how products stack up. From ovens to... by Karen Curtiss | Jul 19, 2022 | Conversations, HIPAA, Medical
Are you sure you can help your older kids in a medical emergency? Unless you have 2 legal documents signed by your child, medical providers have to treat you like a stranger — and that’s the law. Did you know your college “kid” is an independent adult when... by Karen Curtiss | Jul 12, 2022 | Children, Medical, Patient Safety
Did you know there are “age-safe” meds for our oldest and our youngest? In our last Tuesday Tips, we filled you in on The Beers List and how to make sure you’re taking medications that are “age-safe” if you’re a senior. This week we...