Nice to see you!

Three major events occurred for me last year (2010), all in the space of about 2 weeks. I turned 50. The following day I got married. Two weeks later, my oldest daughter became pregnant with her first child and my first grandchild.

Most middle-aged people will tell you that in their minds, they still feel 20 something. It's the same for me.

Wasn't it only yesterday that I was planning a night out with guys from the surf club? That gorgeous new perm. Flaired, cuffed denims and the red t-shirt with the off-the-shoulder frill. Corked platform wedgies. **sigh**

Suddenly I'm looking in the mirror and wondering how 30 years can flash by so damned quickly!

So here I am in cyberspace, sharing my genuine shock and horror with anyone who'll listen and maybe I'll even meet some other over 50s who find themselves in the same predicament!

Welcome to my dilemna!!

Monday, January 19, 2015

Stupid Stupid Stupid

If you're having a quiet day, here is some reading material for you to peruse at your leisure. Just a few interesting stories about Drs who misdiagnose .. both on purpose and accidentally.

Stupid Dr #1

Stupid Dr #2

Stupid Dr #3

Stupid Dr #4

Stupid Dr #5, 6 & 7

Stupid Dr #8

Stupid Dr #9

Australian medical truths

Australia has the highest rate of medical error in the world according to the World Health Organisation :-

18,000 people may die every year in hospitals through preventable medical negligence in Australia.

50,000 people suffer from permanent injury annually as a result of medical negligence in Australia.

80,000 Australian patients per year are hospitalised due to medication errors.

All this time, I thought the USA had the most medical stuff ups!

So, my advice is .. ALWAYS get a second opinion before undertaking invasive treatment for any condition or disease. Even if you've had the same doctor for a million years.

Better yet .. aim to make yourself the healthiest version of you, build up the strength of your immune system and avoid having to make any major decisions about repairing your health.

Just sayin'

Here is my photo for the 'Colourful' challenge in the flickr group this month.


Nite all.


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