Found this interesting presentation on Slideshare:
The American Health Care Reform – a 4 Napkin explanation slideshow
Posts Tagged ‘Education’
Review of the Cardiac Cycle
Friday, August 14th, 2009This excellent video provides a quick review of the cardiac cycle:
Via Dr. Wes
Men’s health videos
Friday, July 10th, 2009Videos on Men’s Health from British Medical Journal. They are geared more towards improving the British National Health System on raising awareness, case finding and treating men’s health issues.
“Health professionals need to talk to men about their problems in the sort of language they use and should move primary care into the workplace to make it easier for men to access health services, a debate held by the Mens Health Forum heard.
Men currently use healthcare services far less effectively than women, and a recent Cancer Research UK survey found that men are almost 40% more likely than women to die from cancer (http://info.cancerresearchuk.org/cancer stats).”
Early Diagnosis of Mesothelioma Critical for Effective Treatment
Monday, June 1st, 2009Guest Post:
This is a guest post by Richard Moyle from the Mesothelioma Cancer Center at Asbestos.com. The Mesothelioma Cancer Center is committed to providing the latest, up-to-date information to their visitors in the hopes of spreading awareness about the dangers of asbestos cancer.
Mesothelioma is the name given to a rare and extremely aggressive cancer thatÃs only known cause is exposure to asbestos. Asbestos was used throughout the 20th century for insulation, brake lining, flooring and piping. The most common type of mesothelioma occurs in the lining of the lungs (pleura) but has also been diagnosed in the linings of the stomach (peritoneum) and heart (pericardium).
This type of cancer is most effectively treated when diagnosed in its earliest stages. Regrettably, mesothelioma symptoms take anywhere from 25 to 50 years after initial asbestos exposure to begin to show. By the time a mesothelioma diagnosis is usually made, the cancer is already in advanced stages and treatment options are limited and less effective.
As stated before, asbestos was used extensively in a number of military and industrial applications. The majority of mesothelioma cases are a result of occupational asbestos exposure. Firefighters, military veterans, electricians and auto mechanics are among those most at-risk for developing an asbestos related illness.
Homes built before 1980 may also contain asbestos insulation. This is not a problem so long as the asbestos has not been disturbed or damaged. Asbestos is harmless if left alone. However, once the material is damaged or deteriorated, microscopic asbestos fibers are released into the air where they can then be easily inhaled or ingested. If you live in an older home, make sure you consult a professional home inspector to check the house for asbestos before making any major renovations.
Michelle Obama’s plea for education
Thursday, May 28th, 2009Speaking at a London girls’ school, Michelle Obama makes a passionate, personal case for each student to take education seriously. It is this new, brilliant generation, she says, that will close the gap between the world as it is and the world as it should be.
A very inspiring talk with the message that “everything is possible with education and hard work.”
