Dr. Jay Parkinson - HelloHealth
I found this via Twitter from @jeffjarvis and his blog BuzzMachine. It's definitely a Web 2.0 way to practice medicine! At this time, it's only available in New York City. but I hope that maybe this idea will catch on. I've been around health care professionals pretty much all of my life and I'm definitely interested in what the different opinions are of this doctor's idea. Tell me what you think!
Jay Parkinson at Pop!Tech from Jay Parkinson on Vimeo.
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Random Reviews #7
President-Elect Obama addresses the nation via YouTube
Please take the time to watch this video. Not only for the message, but for the history of it. I find this very interesting for two reasons. One, I'm very impressed by the use of technology that President-elect Obama seems to want to incorporate into his presidency. We've come a long way from telegraph messages, newspaper reports, FDR's Fireside Chats, weekly radio addresses, and an occasional mainstream media news briefing. I hope that these YouTube addresses continue, either with YouTube and/or some other New Media platforms, and I hope that Americans take the time to watch. I hope that many involved with Web 2.0 and Social Media take the time to repost so that these addresses can be propigated to as many as possible.
This leads to my second reason for interest. No matter what your feelings about the incoming president, we do need to unite as a country and reverse the direction we're headed. Some may say that what we're experiencing with the economy is cyclical and just part of being a capitalistic democracy. Some may say our outgoing leadership is to blame. I'm not going to even begin to discuss my opinions of what caused all this, but I do know that I'd like to change things so that my son can experience all the good things the United States can offer.
UPDATE: While I was grocery shopping, I got to thinking more about this blog post. Odd place to ponder things, but apparently I get inspired while fighting with the funky-wheeled shopping carts! I wanted to clarify my position on this subject a bit more. I hope that everyone get a chance to see these addresses not because I think Obama is always right or because he won, everyone should do what he says all the time (though I will kind of have to right now). I do believe that people should be more informed about their government. From the local level, to the state level, all the way up to the federal level. The more informed we are about the government's activities, the more we will be able to help and change this country for the better. Hopefully that clarifies things a bit more.
Please take the time to watch this video. Not only for the message, but for the history of it. I find this very interesting for two reasons. One, I'm very impressed by the use of technology that President-elect Obama seems to want to incorporate into his presidency. We've come a long way from telegraph messages, newspaper reports, FDR's Fireside Chats, weekly radio addresses, and an occasional mainstream media news briefing. I hope that these YouTube addresses continue, either with YouTube and/or some other New Media platforms, and I hope that Americans take the time to watch. I hope that many involved with Web 2.0 and Social Media take the time to repost so that these addresses can be propigated to as many as possible.
This leads to my second reason for interest. No matter what your feelings about the incoming president, we do need to unite as a country and reverse the direction we're headed. Some may say that what we're experiencing with the economy is cyclical and just part of being a capitalistic democracy. Some may say our outgoing leadership is to blame. I'm not going to even begin to discuss my opinions of what caused all this, but I do know that I'd like to change things so that my son can experience all the good things the United States can offer.
UPDATE: While I was grocery shopping, I got to thinking more about this blog post. Odd place to ponder things, but apparently I get inspired while fighting with the funky-wheeled shopping carts! I wanted to clarify my position on this subject a bit more. I hope that everyone get a chance to see these addresses not because I think Obama is always right or because he won, everyone should do what he says all the time (though I will kind of have to right now). I do believe that people should be more informed about their government. From the local level, to the state level, all the way up to the federal level. The more informed we are about the government's activities, the more we will be able to help and change this country for the better. Hopefully that clarifies things a bit more.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Random Thoughts...
Do you ever sit around and wonder, "when exactly did I become the adult?" Now, I know that it's debatable as to what defines an "adult." I'm not writing to fuel that debate. I'm just talking about the feeling of trying to figure out how I got here from there, ya know what I mean?
I had my first "Parent/Teacher Conference" today for my kindergartner. I was nervous for no good reason, but I recognized it as the same nagging nervousness I felt when my parents had to meet with my teachers. Everything went great and, of course, there was nothing to be nervous about. It just struck me as a bit of a "circle of life" type of deal while I was sitting there discussing things that my mom probably discussed with my teachers (of course, using the applicable pronouns!) like he is "an outstanding reader and has a great memory" but gets a bit distracted when asked to recite his address and phone number. These are things I know for a fact that he knows, but he arbitrarily decides that he doesn't want to share. He's great with numbers and math, but isn't really interested in identifying the different types of money. He does fine with it all, but you can tell what he is interested in learning and what he's not. Yep, I can picture my mom hearing the exact same things during her parent/teacher conference when I was in kindergarten!
I had my first "Parent/Teacher Conference" today for my kindergartner. I was nervous for no good reason, but I recognized it as the same nagging nervousness I felt when my parents had to meet with my teachers. Everything went great and, of course, there was nothing to be nervous about. It just struck me as a bit of a "circle of life" type of deal while I was sitting there discussing things that my mom probably discussed with my teachers (of course, using the applicable pronouns!) like he is "an outstanding reader and has a great memory" but gets a bit distracted when asked to recite his address and phone number. These are things I know for a fact that he knows, but he arbitrarily decides that he doesn't want to share. He's great with numbers and math, but isn't really interested in identifying the different types of money. He does fine with it all, but you can tell what he is interested in learning and what he's not. Yep, I can picture my mom hearing the exact same things during her parent/teacher conference when I was in kindergarten!
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Kevin Rose interviews Al Gore
This is an interesting interview. Let me know what you think.
I have a variety of things that I'd like to write about when I find the time, so check back for updates!
I have a variety of things that I'd like to write about when I find the time, so check back for updates!
Sunday, November 2, 2008
My one and only political rant
To all legal US citizens:
If you have not done so already, go out and vote on Tuesday, November 4th! I'm not about to tell you who to vote for... if you're of age, you're considered mature enough to make that decision on your own (though honestly, I do question the maturity label given to most everybody nowadays). Just exercise your right and do it! Whether you agree with the process or think it's more corrupt than Halliburton, at least you'll have the experience of having done it.
For many years (I won't say how many), I didn't take advantage of my right to vote. As the political world stormed around me, I sat silent and watched. I believe that those who don't vote do not have the privilege of complaining about the situation. So, whether you think your vote counts or not, at least by voting, you've given yourself the privilege of complaining if things go wrong in your world!
Do a little research for the ballot questions and the local candidates in your state and location. Have a general idea as to where you stand on the issues. Take a minute to go over your sample ballot and Google a few things. Bring your kids and explain along the way what you're doing so that they can appreciate the process as well. Even let your kids fill out a sample ballot!
Just go out and vote!
If you have not done so already, go out and vote on Tuesday, November 4th! I'm not about to tell you who to vote for... if you're of age, you're considered mature enough to make that decision on your own (though honestly, I do question the maturity label given to most everybody nowadays). Just exercise your right and do it! Whether you agree with the process or think it's more corrupt than Halliburton, at least you'll have the experience of having done it.
For many years (I won't say how many), I didn't take advantage of my right to vote. As the political world stormed around me, I sat silent and watched. I believe that those who don't vote do not have the privilege of complaining about the situation. So, whether you think your vote counts or not, at least by voting, you've given yourself the privilege of complaining if things go wrong in your world!
Do a little research for the ballot questions and the local candidates in your state and location. Have a general idea as to where you stand on the issues. Take a minute to go over your sample ballot and Google a few things. Bring your kids and explain along the way what you're doing so that they can appreciate the process as well. Even let your kids fill out a sample ballot!
Just go out and vote!
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Random Thoughts...
Holiday Shopping
Okay, please don't call me Scrooge. Don't question my "holiday spirit." But I'm not liking the fact that I've seen Christmas and holiday decorations already lining the store shelves and commercials easing their way in between my shows. I was amazed that I was seeing all this even prior to my birthday (end of September!). Though I do have to admit, I enjoy the holiday commercials much more than the political ads!
I know the economy is in a downward plunge right now with the unemployment rate rising to 6.1% in September and the credit crunch most of the "middle class" (both upper and lower) folks are under. The retail sector is desperately trying to squeeze what they can out of what has potential of being a very bleak holiday spending season. Not only is the world economy in the crapper, but most consider this a shorter-than-normal shopping season because Thanksgiving falls a little later this year. To compensate, the retail market has begun to stretch the onslaught of holiday advertising and specials from the 55 days of November and December to another 30 to 40 days that begin in September!
I'm trying to teach my son more about the giving and the appreciation of one another during the holiday season, but it's difficult when the blitzkrieg of the retail market hits. Thoughts anyone?
Okay, please don't call me Scrooge. Don't question my "holiday spirit." But I'm not liking the fact that I've seen Christmas and holiday decorations already lining the store shelves and commercials easing their way in between my shows. I was amazed that I was seeing all this even prior to my birthday (end of September!). Though I do have to admit, I enjoy the holiday commercials much more than the political ads!
I know the economy is in a downward plunge right now with the unemployment rate rising to 6.1% in September and the credit crunch most of the "middle class" (both upper and lower) folks are under. The retail sector is desperately trying to squeeze what they can out of what has potential of being a very bleak holiday spending season. Not only is the world economy in the crapper, but most consider this a shorter-than-normal shopping season because Thanksgiving falls a little later this year. To compensate, the retail market has begun to stretch the onslaught of holiday advertising and specials from the 55 days of November and December to another 30 to 40 days that begin in September!
I'm trying to teach my son more about the giving and the appreciation of one another during the holiday season, but it's difficult when the blitzkrieg of the retail market hits. Thoughts anyone?
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