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What's Your View of Pink October?
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Today I wrote this post on the common healthcare industry practice of not telling patients if they have been the victims of preventable medical errors. This is a hot button issue for me, and it should be for every activist here at Wego. It drives ...
If you've been following the CT scan radiation overdose story out of Cedars-Sinai, then this latest development is probably not new to you. For those who haven't heard, Cedars-Sinai subjected some 260 CT scan patients to dangerous levels of radiat...
Hey fellow healthcare activists! I've been following the story of wrong site surgeries at Rhode Island Hospital; the state finally took action this week, but will it make any difference? I'd love your take. You can read what I wrote on the subject...
I wrote a post today over on the HealthCare PSI Blog (also in my left sidebar here on Wego!) about the Joint Commission's latest greatest idea to combat H1N1 and other communicable germs. I was not impressed. However, I would love your take on thi...
I wrote a post today over on the HealthCare PSI Blog about the steps one US company has implemented to combat the deadly menace of HAIs (hospital acquired infections.) Kimberly-Clark, the maker of Huggies, Scott towels and a host of other househol...
Short but sweet post, DK! Thanks for sharing the grades - I'm new to my area (Berkeley) and so being able to see what hospitals in the area are ranked is good information for me!
Heads up, guys. HealthGrades new hospital ratings for Fall 2010 are out. The hospitals in my area did LOUSY, as usual, which is why I'm now bloggin' about patient safety. I've posted the link to the report here on the HealthCare PSI Blog. Hope you...
Hubby and I got the regular shot three weeks ago. I have mild asthma and he had severe bronchitis this summer, still has a cough. Hubby is extremely healthy, but had five surgeries earlier this year after February's horrific bicycling accident. Do...
I thought this was such an interesting topic too. I wrote about it here. As someone who's always fascinated with women's rights and the inner-workings of the ad industry, I can't help but take a cynical view of this pink party.
On one hand, I thi...
Okay, I should preface this by saying this post is off-topic from my usual platform, which is patient safety and preventable medical errors. But after being bombarded with "pink" merchandise all weekend (which included a pink bagel) I could hold m...
Today's post is of special interest to kidney dialysis patients, their families and friends. I'm posting links to 2 disturbing articles on the state of the dialysis industry on the HealthCare PSI Blog. As always, you can find it in the left sideba...
Today on the HealthCare PSI Blog I'm taking a closer look at the Joint Commission's recently announced Center for Transforming Healthcare. (cue angel choir) Yeah, I'm a little suspicious of the timing. Let's hope I'm wrong on this one. Click here ...
I know, horror stories are supposed to be reserved for Halloween! Well, October is just around the corner, so I think this post is appropriate. It's the latest Bad Medicine roundup of healthcare horror stories making the news. You can read the pos...
Certainly not government; healthcare's blunt end owns the government offices that are charged with oversite. I think public scrutiny is our only shot - and lots of it.
Well, I had hopes, but am now saddened by the apparent outcome. What do you think it's going to take to get this cleaned up?
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- In the online health communities I participate in, I'm:
- a Broadcaster (Getting the word out)
- The online health resource I contribute to most frequently is:
- http://aflyoverblog.typepad.com/healthcare_psi_blog/
- This site is:
- my blog
- Another place where I contribute is:
- http://twitter.com/HealthCarePSI
- Which is:
- my twitter
- You can also find me at:
- http://aflyoverblog.typepad.com
- This is:
- my personal website
- More about me (my health interests and reasons for joining WEGO Health)
- I am a writer, working in the entertainment industry. I had a very nice career going, and then in March 2007 went to the hospital for a simple test and experienced a preventable medical error. My injuries are permanent and affect my life every single day. Now, I've added Patient Safety Activist to my resume. I am Writer/Producer for the new HealthCare PSI website;I also write the blog, which is irreverent, thought provoking and lively.
I welcome guest contributors, so check out the blog and lmk if you'd like to contribute to the conversation.
Dk's Blog
Lies by Omission
Today I wrote this post on the common healthcare industry practice of not telling patients if they have been the victims of preventable medical errors. This is a hot button issue for me, and it should be for every activist here at Wego. It drives me crazy that, instead of taking steps to stop rampant preventable medical errors, hospitals have instead chosen to cover… Continue
Posted on November 13, 2009 at 3:56pm —
Another Wrinkle at CS
If you've been following the CT scan radiation overdose story out of Cedars-Sinai, then this latest development is probably not new to you. For those who haven't heard, Cedars-Sinai subjected some 260 CT scan patients to dangerous levels of radiation over a period of 18 months. Seems everyone in the CT scan department failed to notice the machine was set incorrectly.
This week at least 50 of those patients were notified of yet another problem.… Continue
This week at least 50 of those patients were notified of yet another problem.… Continue
Posted on November 11, 2009 at 3:49pm —
Cameras in Rhode Island
Hey fellow healthcare activists! I've been following the story of wrong site surgeries at Rhode Island Hospital; the state finally took action this week, but will it make any difference? I'd love your take. You can read what I wrote on the subject here on Wego in this blog's left column, or click here to read the post at HealthCare PSI.
As always, your comments are welcome… Continue
As always, your comments are welcome… Continue
Posted on November 6, 2009 at 1:19pm —
Am I Expecting Too Much?
I wrote a post today over on the HealthCare PSI Blog (also in my left sidebar here on Wego!) about the Joint Commission's latest greatest idea to combat H1N1 and other communicable germs. I was not impressed. However, I would love your take on this new initiative aimed at kids... today's kids, not kids from the 1950's. Okay, I've said enough. Just go read.
Posted on November 2, 2009 at 4:33pm —
Combatting HAIs
I wrote a post today over on the HealthCare PSI Blog about the steps one US company has implemented to combat the deadly menace of HAIs (hospital acquired infections.) Kimberly-Clark, the maker of Huggies, Scott towels and a host of other household brands is leading the way in this battle and I thought you'd like to know about their new program. Click here to read toda… Continue
Posted on October 26, 2009 at 2:32pm —
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 6:12pm on February 24, 2009,
Janeen said… - Hi DK,
I recognized your photo from your blog (aflyoverblog.typepad.com). I'm so glad that you've joined us here at WEGO Health. I'm sorry that you are joining us by way of pain and medical error, but I'm glad you are here and sharing your story with us.
- At 4:27pm on February 23, 2009,
Present Moment said… - Hi Dk,
Thanks for connecting.
Living in the present moment.... Living life in the NOW!
People tend to live life, fearful of their future or inhibited by their past. It is possible, even through life altering events to find peace in the moment that you are in. It is the only true moment we have!
Stay Present!
- At 1:26pm on February 22, 2009,
Sarah said…
- Welcome to WEGO Health, Dk! So glad that you've found us, as it sounds like you are a true Health Activist. I'm sorry to hear that you've been a victim of hospital negligence, but am glad that you're reaching out to educate others on the fact that it DOES happen.
If you ever have any questions about what goes on at WEGO Health, please let me know; I'd love to help if needed.
Looking forward to getting to know you,
Sarah
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