Why do so many other countries have better health outcomes than the US? When we spend far more on medical care? Well maybe we should take a good look at the Czech Republic. Which I did in my latest podcast Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links: stephanishelton.com/conversations

The UK’s Labor government has a ten year plan to centralize NHS health care in new neighborhood health centers. But what about right now? What about the waiting lists? Some answers in my latest podcast Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links on stephanishelton.com/conversations

US healthcare is mostly privately funded, except for a few government programs like Medicare & Medicaid. But the line is blurring. As in a trial Medicare dementia program called Guide. More in #33 of Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links on stephanishelton.com/conversations

Currently, the main source of women’s health information – the CDC website – says it’s “being modified to comply with President Trump’s Executive Orders”. Much missing. Menopause info’s still there; more in #29, Conversations on Health: How We Get There. stephanishelton.com/conversations

We hear a lot about Canada’s single payer, cover all health system. And the long waiting lists for elective surgery. But there’s seldom a wait for anything else - as you’ll learn in #39 of my podcast Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links, notes at stephanishelton.com/conversations

Medicare spent $360 Billion on dementia patients’ total healthcare costs in 2024. But a Medicare partnership with a private company may cut those costs while also improving care. More in #33 of the podcast Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links on stephanishelton.com/conversations

We all probably know at least one person who’s used the new GLP-1 obesity drugs. But what else do you know about obesity? So much info in #30 of my podcast Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links to the major podcast platforms and show notes on stephanishelton.com/conversations

It appears unlikely Congress will agree to a new health care deal before ObamaCare premiums soar Jan.1st. Leaving many who have health insurance now without it. Making Canada’s system look even better. #39-Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links: stephanishelton.com/conversations

Most Americans get most of their calories from highly processed foods. RFK Jr.’s new food guidelines want us to stop eating that stuff. But how?Try registered Dietitian Stephanie Hodges’ ideas in #41, Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links: stephanishelton.com/conversations

A new tracking poll by KFF finds just 1/3 of US adults trust HHS Secretary RFK Jr. for reliable vaccine information. This includes the discredited theory that the MMR vaccine causes autism. See what we know on #37 Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links: stephanishelton.com/conversations

Lawrence O'Donnell: ...“Donald Trump is now just 27 days away from completing the 80th year of his life. And on this the 338th day of Donald Trump’s 80th year, he finally said: ‘I don’t want to be stupid.’ ..... Too late Donald. ...Too late!” Full video: youtu.be/7DTTPfnWYHc

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Ч4/4 Ч.10 Колишній співробітник ЦРУ Гленн Корн: Правда про російську дезінформацію | АЛЛАТРА ТБ Львів #аллатра #україна #росія #сша "Як Ви вважаєте, у чому полягає головна вразливість Заходу перед цими методами та операціями?" youtu.be/j055JfIMu9k?...

Near as I can tell, American press are still claiming that it’s unclear what’s causing these explosions. Meanwhile BBC is calling it out. You have to know by now, our press is shit. I put stock in the BBC before CNN or WA PO or <insert major US news outlet here> www.bbc.com/news/article...

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who needs guitars anyway?

Dahlias are worth the extra work. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. Btw, Epstein. #flowers #garden #farmlife

Trump is stealing $1.8 billion from American taxpayers to pay off his MAGA allies & January 6 defendants. All while families across the country struggle to afford groceries, rent, or a trip to the doctor. I’m fighting back with my colleagues & filing in court.

The People’s Liberation Army is undergoing a sweeping internal purge. Whether this strengthens or destabilizes China’s war plans remains an open question. Listen here: pod.link/682478916/e...

"Not me." - DT 🤥😈 #fyp #foryou #foryourpage #bluesky #america #sos #fuckice #fdt #redhats #january2026 #usa #Epsteinfiles #money #lies #monsters #evei

Fresh Stats: Caitlin Clark’s Surprised Reaction to Hearing Indy 500 Engines Up Close for the First Time 😂🏁❤️ Link: youtu.be/3yF6kfyDBfg #CC22 #CaitlinClark #FeverRising #NowYouKnow #FromAnywhere #IndianaFever

Healthcare is a right. Single-payer is how we deliver that promise.

Should Canada Join the EU? Could Canada actually join the European Union? While some find the idea intriguing, the real conversation centers on why Canada’s current resource management falls so short. Watch the full interview here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgiO...

I'm not usually nesh about these things but it's fucking freezing out there.

🌀 Day 2 – A celestial library with books made of nebulae (Ether) #HexAI26 – The Hexa Challenge The second scroll opens into the void between stars. Here, wisdom isn't written – it breathes. 🎶 Nebular Archive Host: @fudonutsunele.bsky.social

"If you're committing fraud, our task force will find you. We'll come after you, and we will not rest until justice is served. Don't defraud the American taxpayer." - JD Vance See more Republican news shared by Eric Daugherty: https://x.com/EricLDaugh

Yesterday, our Founder Will Shackel was arrested for starting construction of Australia's first nuclear power plant. If found guilty of breaching Australia's nuclear power ban, he'll face up to 7 years jail time. ✍️ Sign to lift the ban and free Will: nuclearforaustralia.com/petition

We’re all so unserious. 😆😆😆

a guardian guardin' the garden

Nickelodeon was a part time babysitter for my kids while I did housework in the early mid nineties. What in the heck was I thinking?! This is from Ren and Stimpy

Watching- Xena Warrior Princess "Blind Faith"

The Postal Service says postmark dates are no longer reliable.That creates real risk for mail-in ballots in the 2026 elections, where timing is critical. zurl.co/2CQId #Elections #PublicPolicy #GoodRevenue

I suspect the 1960s were a much simpler time…

Why WWII History Still Controls Aid to Ukrainian Migrants 11 Dec Register here: https://nuel.ink/uupo74 #PhdChat #AcademicChatter #sociallistening #NodeXL #Webinar #NetworkAnalysis #SocialMediaResearch #DataInsights

🎶 1738 in the 216. @fettywap took center court at halftime inside @rocketarena! #LetEmKnow

Say hello to Crystal! 👋 She joins spark* as Managing Director, Accounts. Her career spans over 20 years, working at various ad agencies and on the client side. She combines big-picture thinking with disciplined execution, always keeping collaboration and shared vision at the core of how she works.

Chaney Crabb shows you around the best sleeping spot in the Entheos tour van! #entheos #tourvan #digitaltourbus #businvaders #tourlife

Air show practice is taking place in downtown Louisville this afternoon. ⁠

Haley’s Cheer Journey: From Tiny 5-Year-Old to Competitive Flyer 🏆 From a tiny 5-year-old on her first cheer team to 10 years of competitive all-star cheer, traveling to Florida, and making lifelong friends. Mom pulls out the archives for the cutest throwback pics!

Australian lawyers kicking around the same AI exemption questions [on religious grounds]. Accommodations are made for other faiths. I disagree that anyone outside of tech has AI as an integral part of their job, as it is only very recently been made available.

Após campanha militar de 470 dias e 72 mil mortos, Israel planeja a 'migração voluntária' da população da Faixa de Gaza. O plano, confirmado pelo ministro da Defesa, Israel Katz, é rejeitado por moradores locais ouvidos pelo Correio. 📽️ Rodrigo Craveiro/CB/DA Press #CBReels #CBShorts

If you haven’t heard, the Criterion Closet Mobile Closet is coming to Portland this weekend. To get ready, we asked our staff for their Criterion picks. Read more: https://www.oregonlive.com/entertainment/2026/04/quick-pick-your-favorite-movies-criterion-mobile-closet-is-rolling-into-portland.html 

Happy Teacher Appreciation Month! Thank you to all the teachers who do the tireless work of educating our kids, and a special thank you to Mr. Hicks for everything he did for my friends and me growing up.

Edinburgh today. #FreePalestine

Without downloading any new pics- where are you mentally

Jon Lovett and Senator Cory Booker discuss the Keep Your Pay Act, the Senator’s proposal that would raise the standard deduction to $75,000 for married couples and eliminate income tax for a majority of Americans. Watch more Pod Save America on YouTube!

Tiffany Kimbro runs her own business giving at-home IV infusions. We'll talk about what that involves and hear her advice for nursing students on the newest episode of The Rounds. Look for it wherever you get your podcasts. buff.ly/001Wl5Q

Toxic Politicians = Toxic Democracy 🚨 When a narcissist gaslights you, they control your reality. Imagine a government? 🔹 Get Beyond Democracy here: a.co/d/izpKRiH #PoliticalManipulation #GaslightingGovernment #BeyondDemocracy #SystemicDeception #NarcissisticLeaders #PoliticalLies #DemocracyReform

The parry mechanic a long time to get used to, but damn does it feel good when you get good at it ⚔️🔥 👾: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (2025) 🎮: PC / Steam Deck (Not pictured: the dozens of times I attempted this and didn't make it past a single round 💀)

Whistles Club #Sheffield. A couple of places have become available. If you fancy trying group tinwhistle lessons tomorrow 10am Meersbrook. Message on here or info@michaelwalshmusic.com #Irishtraditionalmusic #folk #tinwhistle #flute #grouplessons #cake #flute #lowwhistle

In late October, House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries announced his support for Zohran Mamdani, nearly four months after he became the Democratic nominee for New York mayor. I pulled together a mashup of the 17 weeks that Jeffries and Schumer spent refusing to endorse him.

Good morning 🧉 Let's push the tempo 🤩…

The world was watching China's Shenzhou-23 crewed spaceship lift off last week. With Western media calling the mission a key step toward China's crewed moon landing goal, with particular attention on the one-year in-orbit stay experiment this time.

Arda Güler in 2025/26 🇹🇷✨ #UCL

✡️⚡🇱🇧​Siyonist rejimin bugün şafak vaktinde Lübnan'ın güneyindeki "Deyr ez-Zehrani" kasabasına düzenlediği saldırıların ardından geride kalan yıkım.

Welp I guess we're all getting loopy if we've been watching this all day, but then again this Budget Bill will kill people so I'm not sure if I appreciate this as much as I would like

⛔ The #Trümp administration openly admits to a massive government 'purge'. 👁️ Top officials confirm a new executive order designed to systematically fire any federal workers who resist their extreme agenda. #Washington is actively destroying all institutional oversight‼️

Trump and Stephen Miller built up a paramilitary force at DHS that they essentially promised immunity, and set it loose on American communities. I'm not going to write a blank check for a federal agency that refuses to distinguish between American citizens and violent criminals.

Conservatives advocate bullying small children

Croquis, cartas, livros e até móveis que fazem parte do acervo pessoal do arquiteto Oscar Niemeyer, que estão no escritório onde ele trabalhou por 61 anos, no Rio de Janeiro, virão para Brasília. ➡️ Acesse o site do Correio para ler mais notícias 📽️: Samantha Sallum/CB/D.A.Press #cbshorts #cbreels