https://apple.news/AdY1xIUpYT7yGYO_eaa9_yA INSULIN’S DEADLY COST by Geoff Colvin in Fortune's December 2021/January 2022 issue Diabetes is America’s most expensive chronic disease. And the ultrahigh price of insulin in the U.S. means that many patients can’t afford the medication they need to survive. Examining why offers a window into a system driven by perverse incentives and greed. … Continue reading Still relevant explanation of absurd prices in the U.S. for insulin (needed by type 1 diabetics)
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Science says obesity not a personal failing
Obesity was long considered a personal failing. Science shows it's not. Updated 11:48 am EDT Jul. 26, 2022, discovered thru Apple News+ Editor’s note: Part 1 of a six-part USA TODAY series examining America’s obesity epidemic. Barbara Hiebel carries 137 pounds on her 5-foot-11 frame. Most of her life she weighed 200 pounds more. For decades she tried … Continue reading Science says obesity not a personal failing
What does this last-minute bill from the Democrats do?
https://apple.news/AAZp9RcxyQvGO8ZWbHmYvng What Democrats’ big new bill would actually do The climate bill is also a health care bill (and it does a few things on taxes, too). By Emily Stewart, Li Zhou, and Rebecca Leber for Vox, Jul 28, 2022, 4:15pm EDT Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-NY) speaks during a news conference in September 2021 on the “billions of dollars … Continue reading What does this last-minute bill from the Democrats do?
Spain runs a campaign that says “all bodies are beach bodies”
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/jul/28/all-bodies-are-beach-bodies-spains-equality-ministry-launches-summer-campaign ‘All bodies are beach bodies’: Spain’s equality ministry launches summer campaign Inclusive promotion urges women to ‘toast a summer for all, without stereotypes’ The Spanish equality ministry’s summer campaign says: “Summer is ours too. Enjoy it how, where and with whomever you want.” Photograph: The Ministry of Equality Samantha Lock @Samantha__LockThu 28 Jul 2022 01.54 … Continue reading Spain runs a campaign that says “all bodies are beach bodies”
How to stay safe in the heat
http://www.nytimes.com/explain/2022/07/20/well/heat-wave-safety How to Stay Safe in the Heat People flocked to Alki Beach in Seattle in June 2021 to escape the heat.Credit...Ruth Fremson/The New York Times By The New York Times Published July 20, 2022 Heat waves are become increasingly common across the world, as a result of climate change and other factors. Knowing how to keep yourself … Continue reading How to stay safe in the heat
Unwelcome news for many — more than a 1/10th of a serving of alcohol has risks and no health benefits for the young (under 40) adults
fortune.com/2022/07/15/alcohol-study-lancet-young-adults-should-not-drink-bill-melinda-gates-foundation/ Bombshell alcohol study funded by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation finds only risks, zero benefits for young adults BY CHLOE TAYLOR, July 15, 2022 10:08 AM EDT People under the age of 40 start risking their health if they consume any more than two teaspoons of wine or two and a half tablespoons of beer per … Continue reading Unwelcome news for many — more than a 1/10th of a serving of alcohol has risks and no health benefits for the young (under 40) adults
Social media unwilling to help with fighting guns but fast to remove posts mentioning abortion pills
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2022/jun/28/facebook-instagram-meta-abortion-pills-posts Facebook and Instagram removing posts with mentions of abortion pills In light of the supreme court’s verdict, memes and status updates on social media on how to access the medicines have exploded Giveaways with information about abortion pills in Foley Square. Photograph: Gina M Randazzo/Zuma Press Wire/Rex/Shutterstock Kari Paul and agenciesTue 28 Jun 2022 17.01 EDT … Continue reading Social media unwilling to help with fighting guns but fast to remove posts mentioning abortion pills
How much walking to cut risk of heart disease by 1/3? Not much
https://apple.news/AkTRgh6hFScyyQJUVD_Kxbw How Many Minutes You Need To Walk Daily To Cut Your Risk of Heart Disease by 30% Rachel Kraus for Well + Good, July 18, 2022 Share on facebookShare on twitterShare on pinterestShare on email From pumping your system full of mood-boosting endorphins to building muscular endurance to optimizing your oxygen uptake, the benefits of aerobic exercise are numerous, … Continue reading How much walking to cut risk of heart disease by 1/3? Not much
Monkey pox risks and symptoms; cases double in New York in 5 days
https://www.timesunion.com/news/article/In-5-days-monkeypox-cases-double-in-New-York-17310538.php In 5 days, monkeypox cases double in New York Confirmed case counts are still low, but numbers went from 238 Monday, to 490 Friday; more cases are also being found upstate by Lauren Stanforth, July 17, 2022 Updated: July 17, 2022 12:24 p.m. Saratoga County said in a release Monday, July 11, 2022 that it … Continue reading Monkey pox risks and symptoms; cases double in New York in 5 days
Tech companies stepping up their privacy protection to shield visits to places considered personal
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2022/jul/02/abortion-tech-companies-data-police-privacy Tech companies in spotlight as US abortion ruling sparks privacy threat Google has acted amid fears police could use location and other data to prosecute those seeking care Alphabet, Google’s paren Photograph: Matt Rourke/AP Edward HelmoreSat 2 Jul 2022 15.37 EDT In the wake of the US supreme court’s decision to end women’s constitutional right … Continue reading Tech companies stepping up their privacy protection to shield visits to places considered personal
Antiabortion advocates want to block patients from leaving home state
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/06/29/abortion-state-lines/ Antiabortion lawmakers want to block patients from crossing state lines Some advocacy groups and their allies are crafting legislative language that could be adopted in Republican-led state capitals. By Caroline Kitchener and Devlin Barrett June 29, 2022 at 6:17 p.m. EDT Several national antiabortion groups and their allies in Republican-led state legislatures are advancing plans to stop … Continue reading Antiabortion advocates want to block patients from leaving home state
Has your relationship taken a hit from the pandemic? Questions to ask
http://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/01/well/family/relationship-questions.html Are We Still Monogamous? And 6 Other Questions to Ask Your Partner. After two years of tumult, these essential conversations can help couples talk about what’s working, what’s not and where the relationship is headed. By Catherine Pearson July 1, 2022 Updated 12:51 p.m. ET The past two-plus years have been universally tumultuous, and couples therapists … Continue reading Has your relationship taken a hit from the pandemic? Questions to ask
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