Hello Redwood’s Fans!

How has your week been? Mine– excellent and a little crazy.

For those of you who are interested, I’ve been out and about blogging for my latest release Poison.

Here are some of the blogs who have been featuring posts and I hope you’ll stop by and check them out.

Candace Calvert’s Blog: A Pinch of Poison. Check this one out for a chance to win Poison!

Dale Eldon’s Blog: The Duality of Toxins.

Thriller Writer: Where do those story ideas come from?

For you this week:

Monday: Book review of To Heaven and Back by Dr. Mary C. Neal. What do you think about near death experiences?

Wednesday: Lance Armstrong and the biological passport.

Friday: Garry Rodger’s returns for Forensic Friday and it’s all about autopsies.

I hope you all have a fabulous week.

Jordyn

Congratulations to the following three people who have won a personalized copy of my latest medical thriller Poison:

1. Heather

2. Michelle

3. Nancee

Ladies, I’ll be e-mailing you within a few days on how to claim your prize.

I’ve been thinking of you New Englanders and all the SNOW– praying for your safety.

For you this week:

Monday: Dianna Benson stops by to give a first-person account of treating a gunshot wound victim. I like when experienced professionals do this as it gets readers right into the shoes of what it’s like to treat such emergencies.

Wednesday: What do occupational therapists do?

Friday: Do I need a coroner, a medical examiner or a pathologist? Garry Rodgers stops by to clear up the difference between these forensic specialists.

Have a GREAT week.

Jordyn

This week, I’m celebrating all things Poisonous by blogging on topics related to the research I did for my recently released baby.

Here is the book trailer for your viewing pleasure.

I am a research hound at heart and I love reading a lot of non-fiction to find those fantastic little details that enrich the novel for the reader.

Also, as a celebration, I’m giving away THREE personalized copies of Poison by random drawing to commentors on this week‘s posts. To be eligible, you must leave a comment that includes your e-mail address. Must also live in the USA. Drawing will take place midnight on Saturday, February 9th. Winner announced here at Redwood’s February 10th.

Also, the winner of Pioneering Today is Karen K! Congratulations Karen and I’ll be e-mailing you on how to claim your prize.

For you this week:

Monday: The Science of Body Language

Wednesday: False Memories

Friday: Toxins

Hope to see all of you dropping by and leaving comments– with e-mail addresses!

It. Is. Getting. SO. Close.

Poison is about to release!!

Have you pre-ordered yet? It’s super-cheap on Amazon right now. Less than $9.00. 

But enough about me…

What is there for you?

This week I’m focusing on some historical medical aspects. Hopefully, even if you’re not an historical author, you’ll find this information valuable and helpful.

Monday: Author Melissa K. Norris stops by to discuss medical safety and canning and is also offering a chance to win a copy of her book Pioneering Today. So be sure to leave a comment WITH your e-mail address by Saturday, Feb 2nd. Winner announced here Sunday, Feb 3rd. 

Wednesday: Author Ann Shorey stops by and asks when were plaster casts invented?

Friday: Author Catherine Richmond blogs about 19th century contraception. Just what were the options for women during that time era? Truly interesting.

Have a GREAT week. 

Jordyn
 

Hello Redwood’s Fans!

How has your week been?

What did you think of Lance Armstrong’s confession? I found it to be medically very interesting how he had HUNDREDS of tests for illegal substances and was always found to be clean. I was one of those that believed in his innocence until his confession. I just couldn’t figure out how not once he never tested positive.

One thing I have found interesting is that he refers to his cancer as “the disease”. That fascinates me. Most people are fine saying, “I had cancer.” but he doesn’t do this. Now, I haven’t watched all the interview yet so this could change. Hmm… I wonder why that is?
 

Sounds like a good book, right?

For you this week:

Monday: Dan Green offers perspective surrounding his cancer diagnosis.

Wednesday: Author question surrounding HIPAA which are laws that govern patient privacy.

Friday: Need an injury and treatment plan for a character? We’ll cover burn injuries.

And no, this is not my house but I would like one in the woods someday.

Have a GREAT week and send some snow my way.

Jordyn

Hello, Redwood’s Fans!

The release of Poison is rapidly approaching. To help celebrate, over the next several weeks, I’ll be posting the first five chapters. You can find the first chapter here.

Enjoy!

For you this week I’m highlighting author questions. These are some of my favorite posts to do.

Monday: Hallucinogenic Drugs

Wednesday and Friday: I’m highlighting my brother’s police prowess as he tackles a long list of author questions. Even though they are not medical in nature– it’s too good of information not to post here.

Hope all of you have a fabulous week.

Jordyn

Hello Redwood’s Fans!

You . . . have . . . officially survived the holidays! Congratulations. Now, we can get on with life– if only my husband would get the Christmas decorations packed up. I know, not fair, but I DID buy and WRAP 80% of the presents.

As the new year has officially set in and we seemingly have all survived the Mayan apocylpse, the beginning of a new year generally brings about some reflection about the past and future.

I’m no different. I do like to make New Year’s resolutions or at least set goals for the coming year. Here’s a post I did recently at the WordServe Water Cooler that talks about goal setting and lists some ways to help achieve your goals for the coming year.

However, here at medical mayhem central I thought I’d spend a week discussing Dr. Eben Alexander’s book, Proof of Heaven.

What do you think about human consciousness? How do these cells we call neurons collectively bring rise to our sense of self, our interaction with the environment . . . our sense of morality.

Do you believe in heaven, hell, or any sort of afterlife?

Let’s see what Dr. Alexander thinks of it all as he recalls his Near Death Experience (NDE) during his week long coma as he nearly died from a rare form of bacterial meningitis.

His journey is truly one filled with miracles and a fascinating read. I hope you’ll check it out.

Hello Redwood’s Fans!

Are you ready for the New Year? Making any New Year’s resolutions?

I am anxious for this year. I’ll be releasing two books and sending out a new book proposal. Lots of work to be done.

What are some of your plans for the coming year?

This week, I’m highlighting some guest blogs I did over at Christian Mama’s Guide for Erin MacPherson. Erin has a series of books releasing this spring that I’m excited for because she has a wicked sense of humor.

Here’s a previous post she did for Redwood’s.

http://jordynredwood.blogspot.com/2011/09/ways-to-induce-labor-according-to-old.html

For you this week:

Monday: ER management of the newborn with fever. 

Wednesday: Top three pediatric ER nursing pet peeves.

Friday: Management of infant crying.

Have a great New Year’s Day!

And remember . . . responsible drinking people.