http://primary-health-care.net An authoritative source on primary health care initiatives, philosophies, and projected directions Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:12:03 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Capturing the essence of transitions, may you find time to reflect on what is happening in the world of Health Care. There is every reason to believe that we can "enhance" the lives of others, and the health of the planet. With advancements in technology bring us better and faster ... http://primary-health-care.net/2008/10/29/the-season-has-arrived/ As markets surge and plummet as if the "high seas", many are hangin' on for dear life, others feelin' a bit sea sick. There is plenty of reason, to "stay the course" knowing there had to be rough waters in the open seas (open global markets). If one is looking ... http://primary-health-care.net/2008/10/25/the-new-paradigm-for-health-carein-the-new-world-order/ The road less travelled, but the one we should be on... these were potential titles for new works (book chapters perhaps). Hi, If you are reading this, I would be left to wonder, which title would catch your eye and pique your curiosity the most. To be honest I let them both stand ... http://primary-health-care.net/2008/10/23/dont-drink-the-water/ One stop shopping for the patient/client/consumer. Look at Models…all around the world, inclusive of the Spa/Resorts of California, Arizona etc …i.e. Canyon  Ranch. Build on the Principle of Primary Health Care, Community Development and the Charters (Ottawa Charter of Health Promotion)…the Charter of Rights and Freedoms for Canadians. Health Council of Canada supports ... http://primary-health-care.net/2008/09/18/the-template-designing-the-ultimate-health-and-wellness-centre/ CollaborationAlwaysRewardsEveryoneYes CARE is what it is all about...and just like TEAM, Together Everyone Achieves MoreThe Collaborative Model for Social Integration has success built right in, as everyone likes to work with and socialize in positive settings, those settings where motivation, transformative leadership and "coaching" is part of the vision ... http://primary-health-care.net/2008/03/13/the-ultimate-solution-primary-health-care-collaboratives/ While it is going to be " personal perspectives" that help quantify or rate the importance of the determinants of health, I give you a list to consider the relevance of these particular issues at this time in history.AGE- the very youngest and the very oldest of our society are ... http://primary-health-care.net/2007/11/28/determinants-of-health/ These are considerations made from a “patient-centred” perspective.Most persons in Canada, do feel the entitlement to have a greater say and influence on the Canadian Health Care systems. As Tony Clement had recently said, on his visit with Steve Paikin, on the Agenda in November of 2007. “Canada actually has ... http://primary-health-care.net/2007/11/19/health-care-reformthe-discussion-continuesbut-whose-voice/ There are many who see the future as a bleak one. I would like to remain optimistic, while struggling with "knowing too much". I would not necessarily understand the challenges ahead in simply being a health care professional. I would have to say the notion that I am ... http://primary-health-care.net/2007/11/04/the-crisis-of-convergence/ I am all for the emancipation and empowerment of Nursing, make no mistake about that. There is a historical context that persists to this day, that is a major social justice issue, and should bring shame to citizens who are proud of there being a “Charter of Rights and Freedoms”. ... http://primary-health-care.net/2007/11/04/what-a-nurse-led-clinic-should-look-like/ While the world is focused on the stock market, trends in spending and what it all means that a "global economy" is not just inevitable but desirable, let me re-iterate the concept I have shared so many times before. It is without question the "think globally, act locally" will be ... http://primary-health-care.net/2007/09/03/offering-a-solution/