Cancer and how language matters
It all started with this tweet, by Liz O’Riordan and, later, her post on the language of cancer. When I read it, I thought I’d respond. So this post has been long coming. Continue reading “Cancer and how language matters”
Linguistics of ICD
A few days ago an article on nosological classification appeared in my Twitter timeline. Whenever I read such texts, I keep wondering about things way less complicated. I keep wondering about the translation. As work on ICD-11 is nearing completion (apparently), perhaps it’s time point to some issues. Continue reading “Linguistics of ICD”
The GPs strike back
Some time ago I received a letter from my GP inviting me to to attend a ‘long term conditions clinic appointment’. I haven’t responded, yet, it’s been a busy time. It seems, however, that my practice will not take ‘no’ (or silence) for an answer, so, I received a ‘second invitation’. Continue reading “The GPs strike back”
The Hospital, by Dariusz G.
Lucky, lucky me. I got another letter. It’s a very important letter, as it informs me of an appointment with a consultant, a very important person. So, this blog celebrates the importance of consultants. Sort of.