Category “Health”

Keys To The New Year

Monday, 4 January, 2010

Keys to the New Year 2010 Decade

This new decade begins with individuals, families and businesses doing more, spending less, and buying fewer products while engaging in more activities at home. Are you buying fewer products for your holistic practice, spending more time engaging in activities at home, preparing meals instead of eating out, or vacationing in your home town?

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H1N1 Virus:How to Help Protect Yourself

Friday, 23 October, 2009
Complementary and alternative therapies (CAM) have become the fastest growing approach to help resolve or diminish the severity of medical challenges and the nuances of everyday living. With the advent of the seasonal influenza and the ‘swine flu’ (H1N1) there has been much talk about the availability of vaccine, who will and who will not opt-in to be vaccinated.
To help resolve the issue of availability and one’s choice, to not be vaccinated, numerous individuals may turn to CAM to boost their immune system and additionally practice common preventative measures such as hand washing. It is important to talk to your health care provider or health care practitioner who is knowledgeable about CAM and dietary supplements. Some dietary supplements interact with prescribed medications ,there by causing an adverse effect. Safe care can be the best care!

Recognizing Nurses For Their Expertise

Wednesday, 21 October, 2009

 

 Mary Jo Kreitzer at the University of Minnesota and the Center for Spirituality and Healing recently addressed a topic on her blog that I’ve blogged about (Nurse Practitioners’ Role In Healthcare Reform) and talked about for years to all who are within listening range. It is a must read for everyone as we, lay and professional, are all consumers of health care!

“Leaders in the Healthcare Trenches: Let’s Start Recognizing Nurses for Their Expertise”

“Why aren’t we hearing more about nurse practitioners and nurse mid-wives as part of the solution in the health reform debate? In studies, it has been found that nurse practitioners can effectively manage 80% of primary care. They are leaders with expertise in promoting health and wellness and in chronic disease management.

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