Towards a Wholistic View of Determinants of Health

Towards a Wholistic View of Determinants of Health

Today, more than ever before, life must be characterized by a sense of Universal responsibility, not only nation to nation and human to human, but also human to other forms of life.     – the Dalai Lama  In this brief introductory article, we will identify 5...
The Choice to Love

The Choice to Love

We hear the word love throughout modern society.  We are told to love our customers and that as customers we are loved.  We are told to love our neighbor as ourselves.  We are told that there is no greater gift than love.  We even have a special...
Family Notification of Victims During a Disaster

Family Notification of Victims During a Disaster

During a recent planning session for a Catastrophic Health Incident Response Plan workshop the problem of victim identification / family notification was identified.  What is your solution?   Your question touches on the key issue of priorities during a disaster...
Four Steps to All Hazards Risk Assessment, Planning, Mitigation, Training, and Evaluation

Four Steps to All Hazards Risk Assessment, Planning, Mitigation, Training, and Evaluation

Since 2004, September has been designated National Preparedness Month. Activities surrounding this annual event focus on how we all can be more disaster ready – families, communities, businesses, charities, and schools, as well as animal care and welfare...
Online Gadgets: Determining Business Needs versus WANTS

Online Gadgets: Determining Business Needs versus WANTS

In today’s technological society, an increasing number of online “gadgets” are becoming available. The question becomes if it is something that is really NEEDED – versus a new-fangled device that is merely WANTED. For instance, John, an office manager, “needs” a...