Part 5: Improving your health care

Chapter 12: Finding the best evidence

Knowledge is not power. Getting the right information and learning how to apply it to your life is power. (Susan Powter, Stop the Insanity)

Now that you have a better understanding of the value and limitations of different types of evidence, this chapter gives some practical tips for how to find and access the best evidence, whether from your practitioner, the Cochrane Library, the internet, organisations, universities, libraries or companies.

Chapter 13: Doing your bit

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has. (Margaret Mead)

Many people expect, quite rightly, to be involved in making decisions about their health care. Sharing the power also means sharing the responsibility. Consumers also have an important role to play in improving the quality of health care and information. You can lobby for more responsible information, take part in trials and help to create positive changes by becoming better informed.

Chapter 14: How to apply the evidence to you and your situation

This chapter summarises our advice for improving the quality of your health decisions and health care. Remember:

• Think probabilistically


• Beware anecdotes


• Ask for evidence about outcomes that matter


• It is your right to be informed


• Be sceptical


• Newer is not necessarily better


• Many health problems get better on their own


• The power of the placebo

And don’t forget the five critical questions

1. What will happen if I wait and watch?


2. What are my test or treatment options?


3. What are the benefits and harms of these options?


4. How do the benefits and harms weigh up for me?


5. Do I have enough information to make a choice?

Taken from http://antiquedress.blogspot.com/

Mens Fashion Clothing: Guidlines On Taking Care Of Your Suits

Mens Fashion Clothing: Guidlines On Taking Care Of Your Suits

Integral part of mens fashion clothing is suits. Many people got suits but very less of them know how to exactly take care of their suits so that, their suits last long. This article will tell you about some basic point to take care of one of the most important thing in mens fashion clothing which is suits. Suits are one of the most expensive pieces in any one wardrobe. Suits reflect a person interest in formal mens fashion clothing. Every one wants to look at his best in their suits. So, it is very necessary to keep proper care of your suits so that they look good always.

First point, in taking care of your suit, is to always remember that never ever fill your suit pockets with key chains, money and any other stuff. Because, if you do so then it will put force on your suit packet which will result in making your suit pocket disturbed and it will put wrinkles on your pocket as well.

Second point, in taking care of your suit, is to always use either a brush or lint roller. I saw many people using lint roller which is pretty useful for those areas which are dusty. Some people use such fabric for their suits which are dust catcher, so brush doesn’t work well with them. Lint roller is the best option for them as lint roller catches dust particles very well. By this way, you can keep your suit clean for a long time without worrying for dust.

Third point, in taking care of your suit, is to take care of your suit stitching and fabric a lot. Always remember to open your suit buttons before sitting and pull pants up to avoid stretching fabric. This will keep you comfortable too.

Fourth point, in taking care of your suit, is to always use cedar hangers, which are made for suits, to hang your suits in your wardrobe. Always keep breathable space in your wardrobe to avoid stuffing your suits between clothes which will result in wrinkles.

Last but not least, always dry clean your suits once in every season. Keep it clean by using brushes or lint roller whenever required.

Taken from http://boyzfashion.blogspot.com/