Do you know that unexpected medical bills are a major reason for personal bankruptcy in the US? Even if you have insurance! Find out how to fight back in Episode 31 of my podcast Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links, show notes: stephanishelton.com/conversations

When doctors & nutritionists discuss healthy foods they usually aren’t talking about freshly cut red meat. But HHS Secretary RFK Jr. IS. Affordability, from Registered Dietician Stephanie Hodges - #41, Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links: stephanishelton.com/conversations

When you’re in pain because of injury or disease – you expect a doctor to mitigate that pain. Without turning you into an addict. Why it’s not that simple - in Episode 32 of my podcast Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links and show notes on stephanishelton.com/conversations

RFK Jr.’s new food guidelines remain a puzzlement. The USDA’s upside-down pyramid like back to the 1950s. Glorifying red meat, butter & other fats. Advice from Registered Dietitian Stephanie Hodges, #41, Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links: stephanishelton.com/conversations

Some parents fear their kIds get so many vaccines now they’ll develop autism or other conditions. But experts generally agree autism is genetic. & certainly isn’t caused by the most common vaccines. More in my podcast Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links stephanishelton.com/conversations

If you look closely at healthcare in the US, you’ll find growing but piecemeal use of AI. That’s not true in the Israeli health system. Just listen to physician and scientist Dr. Ran Balicer, #43, Conversations on Health: How We Get There. youtu.be/xIZ_yt4qiAE

Late word from CMS – Medicare will keep covering telehealth use through March. Congress must approve any longer. This includes digital device monitoring. Much more on this in Episode #28 of Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links & notes on stephanishelton.com/conversations. Please share

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

After a record government shutdown, nothing has changed for Americans on Obamacare. Federal subsidies will still end January 1. Premiums will spike. But problems with insurers won’t end there. Podcast #39, Conversations on Health: How We Get There. Links, notes on stephanishelton.com/conversations

Millions of women still suffer the miseries of menopause.But now there are new drugs & hormone therapies to help. GYN & epidemiologist Dr. Michelle P. Warren is back to update- #44 Conversations on Health: How We Get There. youtu.be/fF6tVLJVuIQ stephanishelton.com/conversations

*sigh* I can’t stop technology I’m doing my best to carve out the posers who helped the industry get this BAD 👎🏼 It’s called patronage - a historical practice to provide artists with food, housing, and workspaces in exchange for creating art for royal palaces, estates, and private chapels #musicsky

Christ is AI King!

Scott MacFarlane reports that a new University of Virginia analysis projects Democrats still gaining roughly 23 House seats in 2026 despite GOP gerrymandering efforts. @macfarlanenews.bsky.social

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The Pentagon’s race to adopt AI without effective regulation poses serious — even deadly — risks. Congress must establish guardrails. Learn more in our report on the military and AI: bit.ly/4sJCA2S

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Die IDF spielten Britney Spears' „Oops I Did It Again“ über Funk für die Gaza-Flottille 🤣

🗣️ “I hope this by-election shows people that… we are a viable alternative in opposition.” Following the Social Democrats’ Dublin Central by-election victory, leader Holly Cairns discussed her ambitions for the party, and herself, to play a central role in a future government. #MondayGR

Authorities in Washington state say a 21-year-old man is facing a suspected DUI case after a boating crash near a dock. 🚤🚨

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It’s so lame to lay the responsibility of Israel’s actions solely at the door of Netanyahu. It goes much deeper. John Mearsheimer: "It's not just Israeli leaders who support the genocide. You don't see any protest among the Israeli public. It's shocking. It's sickening.…”

It’s a heatwave so best way to keep cool for our emus is a shower #emus

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“ #Putin stated in China that they have friendly relations and are not fighting against anyone. Of course, #Russians are the friendliest people.” Whatta piece of 💩

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Trump is attacking Iran because of video of him raping children which Netanyahu and Putin have. And gives him excuse to cancel midterms and 2028 elections. He has totally miscalculated because Iran is prepared this time. Americans will be brought home in coffins!

Five Black surgical residents are now leading trauma surgery at Johns Hopkins — for the first time in history. That is operational leadership at one of the most respected hospitals in the world. Congrats Dr. Alia, Brown, Mannoh, Enumah & Shoyombo. Representation in medicine matters.

What does the world feel like inside the mind of someone living with dementia? At MCI and Beyond, we believe empathy, patience, science, and awareness can make a difference for millions of families and caregivers around the world. #Dementia #Alzheimers #MCI #MildCognitiveImpairment #MCIandBeyond

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Labour's campaign insiders are now selling access to the government they helped build. Anacta Strategies, founded by Starmer allies, counts Sky, Airbnb and Visa among linked clients. Just 4% of UK lobbying reaches the official register. #LabourLobbying #KeirStarmer #UKPolitics

We are rebuilding, rearming, and reinvesting in the Canadian Armed Forces.

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It was time to get this post over to all of the Democrats on Bluesky!!! @malcolmkenyatta.bsky.social

Not all hair loss advice is equal. These 5 evidence-based tips explain what actually stops hair loss and how to grow thicker hair long term. (link in comments)

本日の踊りたい曲！最近知って驚いた曲🩷 アイドル歌謡曲はほぼ最近知る方が多いですが、この曲は曲調は違えど、榊原郁恵ロボットのように強烈な印象。自然な感じに惹かれたのか？パンドラの〜からのキュンとする部分泣けてきます🩷MY殿堂入り 追いかけて夏　小沢なつき　1988

With a New Year comes a new Nebraska legislative Session and new policy priorities.

Nashville/Two Rivers Area- A crash being cleared on Briley Pkwy northbound near McGavock Pike 4:23am CT. Get Instant Tennessee Traffic Information Right Now With Commander Chuck's “LIVE” Traffic Video. Saving you Time and Gas Money. commanderchuck.net

The real value of Trump’s IRS settlement may not be the 1.8 billion dollar fund. It may be the reported release from IRS violations involving Trump and his family. That starts looking less like a settlement and more like protection. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGEJfNFyK-g

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Who's getting your data? ICHP's Sharon Karina explores AI agents and the rise of medical surveillance economy! ▶️🔗https://ow.ly/zyHE50YUAHy #Pharmacy #AI #ILPharmacy #KeePosted #ICHP #MedicalSurveillance

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Science Friday isn’t just a radio show. Senior editor Robin Kazmier oversees their digital operation, and pays $1/word for pieces that ignite curiosity and joy, grounded in scientific insights. Learn more on the Freelance Journalism Podcast: youtu.be/nupktV_EK5M

Trump prepares to take Kharg Island

“Imagine” Mamdani as President. In this town hall he made eye contact, smiled, had humility, was thoughtful & answered the question directly with a concrete response. He was honest, introspective, and he gave a measured response. There was no preordained script.

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How the Supreme Court updates America like an app Here is why the highest court in the land is starting to feel a lot like a forced phone update. #politics #supremecourt #law #edutainment

Watch of for these giant turtle guys

Russia struck Kyiv with Shahed drones in the afternoon of April 28, sending smoke rising over the city. The attack began around 2 p.m. and lasted nearly an hour. Video: The Kyiv Independent.

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Pres. Trump has an incoherent strategy in Iran. The American people & our servicemembers deserve better. I’m fighting to bring Trump’s misguided & reckless war in the Middle East to an end.

Me when ppl asked why I stopped going to church:

Day of hope event for internally displaced children hfu.org #hfu #hopeforukraine These stories deserve to be told. Defiant Hope — now available for pre-order: hfu.org/defianthope/

This man is sheer trash

👀 The opening day of Putin's St. Petersburg International Economic Forum features a stark reality check with a vital oil terminal ablaze.

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