Some music thoughts
On the trip down (4.5 hours) and back I listened to my trusty IPod Nano. While at the beach I took a first listen to Wilco (The Album).
A tribute to my greatgrandfather
At seventy, Golinkin remains passionate, as Palestine’s rising music and art scene becomes a national cultural celebration.
The messy factor
Our challenge is to live in a world of messiness and yet provide reasonable order. This challenge we relish.
On Clinical Judgment
I have participated in research designed to measure one aspect of quality, i.e., adherence to known quality indicators.
Tight control of diabetes matters
A 17-year study confirmed that tight blood sugar control in Type 1 diabetes can reduce heart attack and stroke risks by nearly 50%.
Patients like physicians – still use the internet
I do hope that over time we can have a method for recommending sites with valuable high quality information.
More on Topol
This situation is much more complex than a whistleblower case. This situation is probably a clash of huge egos.
An economic look at medical marijuana
Harvard economist Jeffrey Miron estimates legalizing marijuana could save $7.7 billion in law enforcement and generate $6.2 billion in tax revenue annually
More on States’ rights
I have no problem. After all, Nevada having legalized gambling and brothels has influenced population in that state.
An interesting perspective on the Vioxx damage award
This judgement (even when lowered) should get their attention. Hopefully the companies will develop some risk aversion. Our patients deserve that.