Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Communication Barriers with Technology

In my opinion, technology helps and hinders the attempts to overcome communication barriers in health care. As technology advances, new devices are developed that aid in monitoring the heart and blood pressure, and allow for storage of data and information of the patient. As a result, health care professionals are able to see past data and communicate more efficiently with others.

Furthermore, when technology is so new that there are still program errors to be worked out, or there are nurses who lack knowledge of these types of technologies, there are significant barriers to communicating accurate information with other professionals. As a result of these barriers, we should all take the time to learn a little more each time we are exposed to new technology. After all, technology is here to stay.
Take care,
Spunky

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

'It isn't always this complicated'



While this activity appears convenient, play safely!
Utilize facilities where trained professionals are
there to help, assist and educate you on unfamiliar
equipment. Or find a buddy to jog local trails and
enjoy the fresh air and outdoors.
Till next time, enjoy whatever you do, just get out
and do it!
Take care,
Spunky

Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Are you the 'Once in a while' Jogger?

Better Late Than Never...

Have you ever wondered why you haven't 'gotten out there' and started your journey toward a 'new you'?

I have. I have spent months and years bouncing back and forth between regular physical activity and sedentarianism (is that even a word?).

Each time I fall back into that rut, it is harder to gain back the stamina and endurance I once had a glimpse of .

Recently, I think (and feel) that I have finally set in motion consistency and the mental focus to maintain physical activity. After all, there are so many benefits to 'getting out there', being active and meeting new people with similar interests!

Thanks for reading, and hope to read your stories about the up's and down's of staying fit.

Take care,
Spunky.