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How to Break Free from Dopamine Culture

The Honest Broker • 44184 implied HN points • 04 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Technology Social media Lifestyle Mental health Community
  1. Minimize reliance on scrolling and swiping interfaces to avoid falling into addictive traps engineered by tech companies.
  2. Rediscover real-world applications like learning skills and connecting with the community, which provide personal empowerment and genuine experiences.
  3. Immerse yourself in longer, immersive experiences like listening to music or engaging in rituals to break free from the shallow stimuli of modern technology.

Covid, 4 years on

Ground Truths • 15003 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Public Health
  1. The global excess mortality due to Covid has reached about 30 million lost lives, impacting life expectancy in 204 countries. Long Covid continues to affect tens of millions worldwide.
  2. Vaccination rates and political affiliation have shown stark differences in Covid death rates, with data indicating the protective benefits of boosters for older individuals.
  3. New variants of SARS-CoV-2, like BA.2.87.1, are being monitored for mutations, with the current consensus suggesting it is less immune-evasive. Vaccines have shown major protection against cardiovascular outcomes.

You can't be too happy, literally

Experimental History • 21278 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Emotions Well-being Psychology Self-care
  1. People tend to stay at the same level of happiness over time, despite major events happening around them.
  2. Research shows that individuals adjust to both good and bad situations, aiming to maintain a balance in their emotions like a thermostat.
  3. The mind has control systems like a furnace and an air conditioner that help modulate mood levels to prevent extreme states of sadness or euphoria.

In Partial Grudging Defense Of Some Aspects Of Therapy Culture

Astral Codex Ten • 9979 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Therapy Mental health Self-discovery Emotions Personal Growth
  1. Therapy culture emphasizes finding your true self and making changes if needed.
  2. Alexithymia can apply to emotions and preferences, making some individuals disconnected from themselves.
  3. Therapy culture may help individuals access their preferences, but it can also lead to false beliefs about a 'truer self'.

The Dirty Business of Clean Blood

BIG by Matt Stoller • 32315 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Healthcare Policy Innovation Monopolies Patient Care
  1. Dialysis industry is controlled by two powerful corporations - DaVita and Fresenius - impacting over half a million lives. Non-compete agreements could potentially change this monopoly.
  2. Dialysis is a critical treatment provided under universal healthcare for end-stage renal disease patients, but monopolistic control has led to issues like patient coercion and quality concerns.
  3. The lack of competition and consolidation in the dialysis market has led to lower survival rates in the US compared to other countries. Eliminating non-compete agreements for healthcare professionals could foster innovation and improve patient care.
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At least five interesting things for the middle of your week (#29)

Noahpinion • 10588 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness AI Food Science Manufacturing
  1. AI might help restore the middle class by narrowing the productivity gap between high-skilled and low-skilled workers.
  2. Americans can still afford food, with spending on groceries remaining steady while restaurant spending has increased.
  3. Native Americans in Canada are involved in urban development and industry, showing a potential avenue for economic growth and modernity.

Beyond toxic positivity

Granted • 16412 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Emotions Resilience Wellbeing
  1. In tough times, merely promoting positivity doesn't help people cope; it's important to acknowledge and support them through their pain.
  2. Strength comes from being genuinely supported, not from pretending everything is always okay.
  3. It's essential to strike a balance between recognizing difficult emotions and maintaining a sense of hope for the future.

Long Covid and Cognitive Deficits

Ground Truths • 10104 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Long Covid Brain function Medical Research
  1. Two new studies show cognitive deficits after Covid in large populations, with impacts on memory, executive function, and reasoning.
  2. The cognitive decline from Long Covid can range from 3 to 9 IQ points, showing significant impact even after symptoms resolve.
  3. Research indicates that cognitive decline from Covid can persist for up to 3 years, emphasizing the long-term effects of the virus on brain function.

Semaglutide Kind of Life

Freddie deBoer • 5659 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Medication Weight management Exercise Mental health
  1. The author started taking a medication called Rybelsus due to metabolic problems caused by long-term use of psychiatric medications and physical limitations.
  2. The author's struggles with weight management, loss of control due to inability to lift weights, and the significant cost of medication highlight the challenges they face in trying to maintain their health.
  3. Regular monitoring and support from professionals are essential for the author's well-being, despite concerns about societal judgment around medication use.

Welcome To Your Colonoscopy.....AGAIN

Culture Study • 4552 implied HN points • 17 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Healthcare Prevention Wellness
  1. Getting a colonoscopy is important, even at a younger age if there's a family history or other risk factors.
  2. Colonoscopies are crucial, especially for Black individuals who are more at risk of colorectal cancer.
  3. Preparing for a colonoscopy involves strict dietary restrictions, consuming prep solutions, and being mindful of the timing and scheduling for the procedure.

Towards Solving the Long Covid Puzzle

Ground Truths • 10191 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Research Treatment Infections Vaccination
  1. Recent studies shed light on the disrupted blood-brain barrier in Long Covid, with implications for brain fog and inflammation.
  2. Persistent SARS-CoV-2 infections increase the risk of Long Covid, with viral loads indicating active replication.
  3. Interferon-gamma biomarker shows promise in diagnosing and treating Long Covid, potentially aiding in clinical trials.

Ivermectin Squares Off in a New War on Cancer

RESCUE with Michael Capuzzo • 15959 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Cancer Treatment Cancer Research
  1. Ivermectin and other generic drugs are being explored for cancer treatment by medical pioneers.
  2. Physicians are attempting to make cancer care more effective, affordable, and less painful using safe, off-patent drugs.
  3. Generic drugs like ivermectin and mebendazole are showing promise in inhibiting cancer cell growth and inducing cell death in various cancer types.

The darker side of being a doctor

DrEricLevi’s Substack • 499 HN points • 13 Apr 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Work-life balance Patient Care Medical Industry
  1. Loss of control over work schedule and healthcare system can lead to despair and burnout for doctors.
  2. Lack of support system due to demanding work hours and administrative pressure can exacerbate emotional and physical exhaustion for doctors.
  3. Diminished sense of meaning in medical practice, as administrative demands overshadow patient care, leading to frustration and disillusionment among doctors.

It's Fair To Describe Schizophrenia As Probably Mostly Genetic

Astral Codex Ten • 13077 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Genetics
  1. Schizophrenia is likely mostly genetic but may not be described as a genetic disease based on heritability estimates.
  2. Genes play a crucial role in schizophrenia, serving as a risk factor and potentially a cause for the condition.
  3. Despite the complex interplay of genetic and environmental factors, schizophrenia can be colloquially referred to as genetic due to the significant genetic contribution in its development.

Why is it so hard to know if you're helping?

The Intrinsic Perspective • 14053 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Charity Effectiveness Donations Uncertainty
  1. It's challenging to determine if our help is truly making a difference, like with sending aid to Africa.
  2. The effectiveness of interventions like distributing bed nets for malaria prevention in Africa is uncertain due to various factors like misuse.
  3. The academic literature on the impact of interventions like bed nets shows mixed results, making it difficult to confidently measure the lives saved.

Lighting up Long Covid

Ground Truths • 15222 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Long Covid Vaccination Clinical Trials
  1. A new study on Long Covid analyzed 6,600 proteins to identify potential biomarkers like complement activation.
  2. Vaccination offers substantial protection against Long Covid, especially in those not at risk of severe illness.
  3. Recent reports highlight potential neurologic damage from Covid and call for more research on effective treatments.

7 Insights about Cancer from Kate Middleton 👑

Are You Okay? • 1917 implied HN points • 25 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Cancer Risk Factors Prevention Treatment Emotional Health
  1. Cancer is a set of diseases with unique risk factors, treatments, and prognoses. Understanding this can help manage anxiety and ruminations about personal risk.
  2. Not all cancers are hereditary, and the absence of cancer in the family doesn't guarantee immunity. Knowing individual risk factors and getting appropriate screenings are important.
  3. Cancer is common, affects a large percentage of the population, and doesn't discriminate. Healthy habits, symptom awareness, and early detection play crucial roles in managing cancer risk.

Dancing proves the #1 treatment for depression; gender and Shakespeare; single men want children more than women now

The Intrinsic Perspective • 6437 implied HN points • 21 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Neuroscience Warfare Technology
  1. Dancing is considered the number one treatment for depression.
  2. An over-intellectualized advice column is being hosted, encouraging engaging submissions on various topics.
  3. War spurs technological advancements in military weaponry, like the use of small drones in combat.

mRNA Technology Is the Culprit Behind Faulty Immune Response That Prolonged the Pandemic, IgG4 Study Shows

Igor’s Newsletter • 12618 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Immune System Pandemic Medical Research
  1. IgG4 antibodies caused by mRNA technology may lead to immune tolerance and reduced ability to fight infections.
  2. A study showed that mRNA vaccines resulted in much higher IgG4 levels compared to Novavax, indicating a dysfunctional immune response.
  3. The use of mRNA technology in vaccines has been linked to a faulty immune response, potentially worsening the pandemic.

Samwise's Blood Test: A Wake-up Call

Tom Ryan, Author • 11891 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Pets Emotions Aging Gratitude Reflection
  1. Age affects dogs faster than humans, leading to a realization of limited time for trips and adventures.
  2. A dog's aging process can serve as a reminder to cherish the present moments and appreciate the time spent together.
  3. The bond between pets and their owners deepens with time, creating concern for the future and the inevitable challenges it may bring.

How Bad Therapy Hijacked Our Nation’s Schools

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 4609 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Therapy Schools Children Education
  1. American kids are facing increasing mental health challenges despite being considered the most privileged generation, with a significant percentage considering suicide, indicating a worrisome trend.
  2. The focus on mental health by parents and schools may be inadvertently contributing to the rise in anxiety and depression among children, highlighting a possible correlation between therapy culture and the decline in youth mental well-being.
  3. The prevalence of 'bad therapy' practices, such as excessive emotional check-ins and emphasizing social-emotional learning over traditional academic subjects, is suggested to be exacerbating emotional distress in kids, showing a need for reevaluation of current approaches in schools.

Fentanyl Is Killing American Kids. Most Don’t Even Know They’re Taking It.

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 4655 implied HN points • 26 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Prevention Education
  1. Fentanyl, a potent and deadly drug, is causing a significant number of deaths among teenagers and young adults, often unknowingly consumed through counterfeit pills.
  2. Drug dealers are lacing various substances like pills, cocaine, and meth with fentanyl to increase their profits, leading to a rise in fatal overdoses.
  3. Children and teens need to be educated about the dangers of counterfeit drugs, as these fake pills can look identical to real medications, making it crucial to only take medications from doctors or pharmacists.

Whose Bodies Get Studied

Culture Study • 4372 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Research Women's Health Body Image
  1. The majority of research studies focus on cis-gender men, leading to biased advice, knowledge, and healthcare.
  2. Women's bodies have historically been considered anomalies in sports and medical research, impacting areas like sports gear design and participation rules.
  3. Excluding women from research studies leads to gaps in knowledge, affecting areas like injury prevention, gear design, and understanding menstrual health.

Fentanyl Poisoning Deaths Are Preventable

Ask Polly • 7409 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Prevention Awareness
  1. Fentanyl poisoning deaths are preventable with a safe nasal spray called Narcan.
  2. Many young people are dying from fentanyl poisoning after consuming laced drugs like Adderall or pain killers.
  3. It's important to educate oneself and others about the dangers of fentanyl poisoning and have naloxone like Narcan on hand to prevent deaths.

10x happiness increases are possible, and this is an underrated fact

Sasha's 'Newsletter' • 2451 implied HN points • 14 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Therapy Physical health Social Connections Medication
  1. Happiness is not a fixed state; significant increases in happiness are achievable through various factors like medication, career growth, physical activities, and personal growth.
  2. Factors contributing to increased happiness include therapy, meditation, improved social connections, financial stability, and positive life changes.
  3. Belief in static happiness levels may limit people from realizing their potential for significant happiness increases, preventing them from actively working towards a happier life.

Reunion!

Tom Ryan, Author • 10672 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness
  1. The author reflects on the impact of a veterinarian on their lives.
  2. Unexpected relationships can profoundly influence our experiences.
  3. Sometimes a change, like switching vets, can lead to positive outcomes.

Over 90,000 Satisfied Responses In Trans Survey; Largest Detrans Survey Only Had 100

Erin In The Morning • 6584 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Transgender Survey Regret Legislation
  1. A recent survey of over 90,000 transgender individuals shows high levels of satisfaction post-transition.
  2. The survey results challenge prevailing narratives of transgender regret prevalent in anti-trans media.
  3. The largest detrans survey had only 100 responses, highlighting the rarity of detransition and regret among transgender individuals.

I Was Told to Approve All Teen Gender Transitions. I Refused.

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 6649 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Therapy Gender Dysphoria Mental health
  1. Independent publications and individual testimonies have been instrumental in shedding light on the complexities of 'gender-affirming' care.
  2. The increase in lawsuits from young individuals highlights the significant consequences of life-altering treatments.
  3. Therapist Tamara Pietzke's experience reveals concerns about the current trend of 'affirmative care' for youth with gender dysphoria, urging a reevaluation of therapeutic approaches.

Why The Bioweapons Research Industry Is A Danger to Society

The Forgotten Side of Medicine • 5975 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Public Health Medical Industry
  1. The bioweapons research industry poses a danger to society and has built a profitable industry around fear.
  2. Lab leaks from bioweapons research have caused harm and need to be addressed to prevent disasters.
  3. Public awareness and pushback against the bioweapons industry can help derail their plans and protect society.

Mental Health is Health 🧠

Are You Okay? • 1737 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Wellbeing Therapy Medication Awareness
  1. Mental health is a crucial aspect of overall health, affecting our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, as well as our physical health. It is not just about happiness but about acknowledging and working on our fears, moods, habits, and relationships.
  2. Being aware of our mental health, accepting the things we cannot change, and taking action over the things we can control are important steps in managing mental health.
  3. Addressing mental health issues is a nuanced process that may involve a combination of medication, therapy, lifestyle changes, and self-discovery. It requires a holistic approach considering bio-psycho-social elements.

A Weekend Electronics Respite

Tom Ryan, Author • 5640 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Mindfulness Subscription
  1. The author advocates for periodic breaks from electronics to enjoy solitude and reflection, touting the benefits of disconnecting and connecting with nature.
  2. There is a promotional subscription offer tied to the author's break from electronics, encouraging readers to subscribe and support Best Friends Animal Society.
  3. The author plans to use the time away from screens to focus on spiritual or reflective activities, such as fasting, pondering, and engaging in 'soul work.'

Masks are nearly all off

Sensible Medicine • 6230 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Masks Vaccination
  1. Many people have different opinions on mask-wearing and judge others based on their choices.
  2. Logical breaks for stopping mask-wearing include belief in its effectiveness and timing related to vaccination or Covid infection.
  3. Continuing to wear masks after certain periods or events may not always be rational according to the author.

We Are Not Okay

The Audacity. • 5621 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Isolation Social media Therapy Healthcare
  1. Social media can often be a place where sincerity dies, with people sharing their struggles and miseries.
  2. There is pressure to always appear okay, even though many people are dealing with isolation and various problems.
  3. Despite progress in discussing mental health, there are still challenges like expensive therapy and inconsistent insurance coverage.