Tag: Health

Texas Woman Leaves State for Abortion

Dec 11 (Reuters) – A woman who had asked a court for an order allowing her to get an abortion under the medical emergency exception to Texas’ near-total ban will leave the state to receive care while the state’s highest court considers her case, her lawyers said in a court filing on Monday.

Lawyers for Kate Cox said in a filing with the Texas Supreme Court that she nonetheless wished to continue her lawsuit. A lower court last week issued a restraining order allowing her to obtain an abortion, but the state Supreme Court put it on hold while it considers an appeal by Attorney General Ken Paxton, a Republican.
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Cox’s fetus was diagnosed on Nov. 27 with trisomy 18, a genetic abnormality that usually results in miscarriage, stillbirth or death soon after birth.

Texas woman who asked court to allow emergency abortion will leave state for care
REUTERS

Running is Good for You, Exerkines – NYTIMES on

For example, a 15-year study on over 55,000 Americans ages 18 to 100 found that running just five to 10 minutes per day at a slow pace (under six miles per hour) was associated with “markedly reduced risks” for all causes of death. It was also enough to extend a person’s life by several years.

“When it comes to running, the largest health and mortality benefits occur at the front end,” said Dr. Duck-chul Lee, one of the study authors and an associate professor of physical activity epidemiology at Iowa State University. Even running for less than a mile — assuming a person is running at least a few days a week — is enough to meaningfully improve cardiovascular health and longevity, Dr. Lee said.

The physiological benefits of running may be attributable to a group of molecules known as exerkines, so named because several of the body’s organ systems release them in response to exercise. While research on exerkines is relatively new, studies have linked them to reductions in harmful inflammation, the generation of new blood vessels and the regeneration of cellular mitochondria, said Dr. Lisa Chow, a professor of medicine at the University of Minnesota who has published research on exerkines.

Much about these molecules requires more study. But Dr. Chow said research has already found that brief bouts of vigorous exercise — such as short runs — are enough to trigger some of these exerkine-related benefits.

Even Short Runs Have Major Health Benefits
Jogging a mile or two a few times a week can help you live longer and reduce your risk of disease.

From the comments:
Clark Suprynowicz
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Like others here, I have questions. What about running for office? And what about running away from things? Reality, for example. Or bears.

tchyD
Jupiter’s largest moon
@Clark Suprynowicz

What about running a temperature?

Or, running off at the mouth?

Or, running up a tab?

Or, running the show?

Or, watercolors running in the rain?

Or, running away from reality?

Or, running on empty?

Or, running and gunning?

Or, running out of inspiration (which I just did)?

wlieu
dallas
Life should not be lived as a cost-benefit analysis. Run because it is fun, not because it makes you live longer (why do these articles assume everyone wants to live longer anyways?).

Pitching in to Fight Ticks – Reddit Trades Come Together

Tick Advice – Just noticed a minute ago, unsuccessful in getting out and there is some pain.

TriceraDoctor
Actual doctor here. Not great photo but looks like deer tick. Where in the US are you? If you’re in a Lyme endemic area and it’s been >24 hours, Lyme prophylaxis is one dose of doxycycline. Otherwise the head still needs to come out and the management is just monitoring for flu-like symptoms and rash.

ThinkSquare1257
Yes this. Urgent care physician here. >36 hours is the recommendation from IDSA.

DignanZer0
Construction worker here. I’ve nothing to add other than a thanks for making me think I need to take tick bites more seriously.

Mal_tron
Lawyer here. I’d sue someone. A deer maybe?

NowForrowMyPen
Consultant here. I can build you a powerpoint about the different options you already know about and charge you a bunch for it.

CHClClCl
Project manager. I’ll send you a few emails to follow up on this and extend the timeline by 3 days.

mehx9000
SysAdmin and DevOps here. Have you tried unplugging it, wait for 10 seconds, and plug it back in?

The_stoic_salmon
Data Engineer here. Debug will not help, but maybe you should try untick some parameters. And remember to check if your antivirus is up to date, you don’t want your neural network to be DDoS-ed.

MadMadoc
High school history teacher here. Tons of people used to die from this shit.

United_Pie_5484
Bartender here. Let me pour you a shot of 151 and you can kill the surface germs with it.

lifeoflogan
Casting director here. Who do you want playing “you” in the made for TV movie?

ChaLenCe
Out of Work Actor here: I’m willing to play the part of the Tick.

hugazow
Software developer guy here: let me build an app for that to try to raise millions and move to silicon valley

Update: I’ll make it an Uber for ticks

Elegant-Analysis-782
Social worker here. where are it’s parents? Maybe it needs a hug!

VaticanCattleRustler
Insurance adjuster here. I’ll roll my eyes, curse your profession and myself for choosing mine for the millionth time, then ask what your real settlement number is.

Weight Training and Aging, ChatGpt on

Can you list some of the benefits of weight training, in particular for older people

Certainly! Weight training, also known as resistance or strength training, offers numerous benefits for older individuals. Engaging in a regular weight training program can significantly improve the overall quality of life for seniors. Here are some specific benefits:

Increased Muscle Mass: As people age, they tend to lose muscle mass. Weight training helps older adults maintain or increase muscle mass, which is important for mobility and daily activities.

Improved Bone Density: Weight training places stress on bones, which can increase bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis and fractures.

Enhanced Metabolism: Building muscle through weight training can boost metabolism, making it easier to maintain a healthy weight and manage body fat.

Better Joint Health: Weight training strengthens the muscles around joints, providing better support and reducing the risk of injuries and arthritis-related pain.

Increased Strength and Balance: Weight training improves overall strength and balance, reducing the risk of falls and enhancing stability in everyday activities.

Improved Insulin Sensitivity: Regular weight training can improve insulin sensitivity, which is important for managing diabetes and preventing metabolic disorders.

Enhanced Mental Health: Exercise, including weight training, releases endorphins, which can help alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety. It also promotes better sleep, leading to improved overall mood and mental well-being.

Better Heart Health: Weight training, when combined with cardiovascular exercise, can contribute to better heart health by reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Pain Management: Weight training can alleviate chronic pain conditions, including back pain and arthritis, by strengthening muscles and improving flexibility.

Increased Independence: By improving strength, balance, and overall health, weight training helps older adults maintain their independence and continue performing daily activities without assistance.

Social Interaction: Participating in group weight training classes or exercising with a partner can provide social interaction and support, reducing feelings of isolation and loneliness.

Cognitive Benefits: Some studies suggest that regular physical activity, including weight training, can have positive effects on cognitive function, potentially lowering the risk of cognitive decline and dementia in older age.

It’s important for older adults to consult with a healthcare provider or a fitness professional before starting a weight training program to ensure it’s safe and tailored to their specific needs and limitations.

What are the health benefits of turmeric – Ask ChatGPT

Turmeric is a spice that is commonly used in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine. It has a bright yellow color and a distinctive, slightly bitter flavor. Turmeric has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, and is believed to have many health benefits.

Some of the potential health benefits of turmeric include:

  1. Anti-inflammatory effects: Turmeric contains a compound called curcumin, which has been shown to have potent anti-inflammatory properties. This can help to reduce inflammation in the body and may be beneficial for conditions such as arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and other conditions that involve chronic inflammation.
  2. Antioxidant effects: Turmeric is a rich source of antioxidants, which are molecules that can help to neutralize harmful substances called free radicals. Free radicals can damage cells and contribute to the development of chronic diseases, so consuming foods that are rich in antioxidants can help to protect against these effects.
  3. Heart health: Turmeric may also have benefits for heart health. Some studies have suggested that consuming turmeric can help to reduce levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol, which can help to prevent the development of heart disease.
  4. Cancer prevention: Turmeric may also have potential as a cancer-preventive agent. Some studies have shown that curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, can help to kill cancer cells and prevent the growth of tumors.

Overall, turmeric is a versatile and flavorful spice that may have many potential health benefits. It is a good idea to include it in your diet, along with other healthy foods, in order to take advantage of its potential benefits.

A Doctor recommended Turmeric to me for its anti-inflammatory properties, so there’s corroboration.

1 in 5 deaths of US adults 20 to 49 due to Excessive Drinking

An estimated 1 in 5 deaths of people ages 20 to 49 were attributable to excessive alcohol use in the United States, according to the study published Tuesday in JAMA Network Open. For people ages 20 to 64, drinking-related deaths accounted for 1 in 8, the study said.

Increased alcohol use linked with higher risk of cancer in new study
The percentage of deaths attributed to alcohol use varied state by state, but nationally it’s a leading cause of preventable death, said lead study author Dr. Marissa Esser, who leads the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s alcohol program.

1 in 5 deaths of US adults 20 to 49 is from excessive drinking, study shows
Madeline Holcombe
CNN

NOTE – Google *AA meetings near me* if you are interested in sobriety.

Covid and Alcohol Related Deaths

Almost a million people in the United States have died of Covid-19 in the past two years, but the full impact of the pandemic’s collateral damage is still being tallied. Now a new study reports that the number of Americans who died of alcohol-related causes increased precipitously during the first year of the pandemic, as routines were disrupted, support networks frayed and treatment was delayed.

The startling report comes amid a growing realization that Covid’s toll extends beyond the number of lives claimed directly by the disease to the excess deaths caused by illnesses left untreated and a surge in drug overdoses, as well as to social costs like educational setbacks and the loss of parents and caregivers.

Alcohol-Related Deaths Spiked During the Pandemic, a Study Shows
The deaths were up 25 percent in 2020 compared with 2019, amid heightened stress factors and delayed treatment, according to a new report.
Roni Caryn Rabin

Flatulent Rudy Guiliani – Fart, Farting Problem

Rudy Giuliani came once, but no one wanted him back. His phone rang constantly, and he couldn’t shut it off. He shuffled endless pieces of paper without being able to find what he was looking for. He couldn’t work his iPad to bring up what he wanted to show, reliably stalling meetings. And he went down rabbit holes—they could get Hunter Biden, if they could just find the guy who signed the forms to get Hunter the waiver to get into the military. And he passed gas, constantly.

The room had not been cleaned since Election Day, eleven days before. Refuse filled the trash cans and overflowed onto the floor. There was a heavy sour or rotting smell—in the trash was a week-old Buffalo chicken sandwich—mixed with Giuliani’s reliable farting.

Everyone sheepishly held to the president’s preference that the virus be mostly unacknowledged, masks eschewed and superspreader events overlooked, but there was, nevertheless, even without a formal tracking program in the White House, a reflex to blame each infection on someone, as the president had continued, at the least opportunity, to blame his own case of it on Chris Christie.

Now, in fact, the president was worried that the press was going to leave the impression that Giuliani had gotten the virus from him. “They blame me for everybody getting it,” he pronounced, looking for sympathy.

Then Jenna Ellis got it two days later (the West Wing joke being that she got it from a Giuliani fart).

Landslide: The Final Days of the Trump Presidency
Wolff, Michael

Depression and Summer

Often, when Dr. Rosenthal talked about his research, someone would approach him to say that the same thing happened to them — but in the summer. In 1987, he and his colleagues published a report of 12 people who experienced a pattern of seasonal depression between March and October. This and subsequent work suggested that summer SAD presented differently than its winter counterpart, and might have different causes.

“Summer SAD is more of an agitated depression,” said Dr. Rosenthal, a clinical professor of psychiatry at the Georgetown University School of Medicine. While those with winter SAD tend to oversleep and overeat, summer SAD often shows up with insomnia and lowered appetite.

Seasonal Affective Disorder Isn’t Just for Winter
Feeling blue even though everyone seems to be basking in perfect summer weather? There might be a good reason for that.
Cameron Walker
NYTIMES

AIDS – Early Warning of, New York Times – July 3, 1981

Doctors in New York and California have diagnosed among homosexual men 41 cases of a rare and often rapidly fatal form of cancer. Eight of the victims died less than 24 months after the diagnosis was made.

The cause of the outbreak is unknown, and there is as yet no evidence of contagion. But the doctors who have made the diagnoses, mostly in New York City and the San Francisco Bay area, are alerting other physicians who treat large numbers of homosexual men to the problem in an effort to help identify more cases and to reduce the delay in offering chemotherapy treatment.

The sudden appearance of the cancer, called Kaposi’s Sarcoma, has prompted a medical investigation that experts say could have as much scientific as public health importance because of what it may teach about determining the causes of more common types of cancer.

RARE CANCER SEEN IN 41 HOMOSEXUALS
Lawrence K. Altman
July 3, 1981

We Need More Public Restrooms

Cities also lose their livability, and open defecation becomes a threat to public health. Americans have painstakingly built new norms about dog owners picking up after their pets, but we’ve gone backward with human waste.

Meanwhile, it’s not just the homeless who suffer. Taxi drivers, delivery people, tourists and others are out and about all day, navigating a landscape that seems oblivious to the most basic of needs. The same is true of parents out with kids.

Americans have had tumultuous debates about transgender use of restrooms, but we haven’t adequately acknowledged a more fundamental failing in Democratic-run and Republican-run cities alike: the outrageous shortage of public restrooms generally.

America Is Not Made for Anatomically Correct People
As Biden pushes for an infrastructure package, let’s fix our scandalous lack of public restrooms.
NYTIMES

From the comments:
“I guess all I can add to this piece is my personal remedy which I use in NYC, that being I find easily accessible restrooms on the ground floor of large hotels. It probably helps to dress like you might be a guest at the hotel, as you walk into the lobby.”