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4 Simple Steps to Set Your 2009 Intentions


At the beginning of the year, you may find yourself stuck between celebrating the success of last year, planning for the New Year and perhaps overwhelmed by everything you have on your full plate. You’re not alone. Most conscious entrepreneurs go through this type of celebration, anticipation and yes, sometimes even overwhelm. That being said, the beginning of a new year is the perfect time to take some time to get laser-focused on what you want to ex… Continue

By Paula Camposano-Robinson
(This is the second in a series about women and stroke.)

Last week, I outlined many of the symptoms that you should look for if you think someone is having a stroke (especially women) and the two major types of stroke.

In review, the most common type, ischemia, is caused by a blood clot or narrowing of a blood vessel (artery) leading to the brain.

In the second major kind of stroke, hemorrhagic, a broken blood vessel causes bleeding into the brain. This break in th… Continue

By Paula Camposano-Robinson
(This is the first in a series about women and stroke.)

Recognizing stroke symptoms and getting a quick diagnosis and treatment could mean the difference between life and death or even permanent disability.

But unfortunately, a woman's stroke symptoms don't fit the textbook signs, often causing them to delay treatment.

Stroke is the third leading cause of death in this country and the leading cause of disability. It kills more than 160,000 people every year.

What… Continue

By Paula Camposano-Robinson
This is the third in a series about women and stroke

Women especially have unique warning signs for a stroke and research shows that risk doubles for a woman if a relative in her immediate family has suffered a stroke.

A stroke can take away your abilities to walk, talk, think, remember or even breathe, depending on the type and its location.

Because stroke is the leading cause of adult disability in America, it is also the No. 1 reason for nursing home placement,… Continue

By Paula Camposano-Robinson
(This is part three in a series detailing how baby boomers will change the delivery of health care in the U.S.)

The convergence of the large boomer population, an increase in chronic conditions and rise of available medical treatments will begin to impact health care in 2010.

That is when the oldest start turning 65, the age at which most health care services typically begin to be used.

As this evolves, the need for resources in the health care industry will increa… Continue