Ideas Are Good; Implementation Is Better
I can brainstorm all day. Allll daaaay. We could sit in a lovely space, order in, squeeze our creative juices, and generate the heck out of some ideas. Most people can spout ideas, too, and really great ideas at that.... Read More
Benefits and Harms of PSA Screening for Prostate Cancer [Infographic]
The November 2012 special issue of the National Cancer Institute Cancer Bulletin, The Science behind Cancer Screening, has a great infographic and accompanying article about the benefits and harms of PSA screening for prostate cancer. Currently, routine PSA screening for prostate cancer... Read More
Quality is Never an Accident
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At the Intersection of the Low Lane and the High Road
Standing at the intersection of the Low Lane or the High Road is never fun. Actually, the journey or situation placing you there typically isn’t an enjoyable one. Some event occurred and now you must choose to “sling mud,” “throw... Read More
A Little Goes A Long Way
A little sarcasm can plant a seed of bitterness and doubt. A brief glance can shame a colleague. A tiny, under-the-breath laugh can cause confusion and paranoia. One misplaced discussion can start a snowball of regret. One word of encouragement... Read More
‘Don’t Give Up. Don’t Ever Give Up.’ -Jimmy V.
It’s Jimmy V Week. It’s okay if it’s new to you; it was new to me. My husband actually educated me on it and the namesake of the Jimmy V. Foundation for Cancer Research – Jimmy Valvano. Apparently there was... Read More
Seven Days of School Nurse Care
School nurses amaze me. They have hundreds of lives within their care. Literally. It’s in one word – ridiculous – that school nurse care requirements aren’t more stringent. On top of that, they have to be master pediatric nurses, with care running... Read More
Break and Rest
Six days since my last post. I enjoyed the time away from the computer and most other electronics. I stayed in my home for five straight days, and I loved every moment. I hosted both family Thanksgiving dinners for the... Read More