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When Doctors With A.I. Are Outperformed by A.I. Alone

Ground Truths • 10935 implied HN points • 02 Feb 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Artificial Intelligence Medical practice Diagnostics Patient Care Healthcare Technology
  1. A.I. is often outperforming doctors in diagnosing medical conditions, even when doctors use A.I. as a tool. This means A.I. can sometimes make better decisions without human involvement.
  2. Doctors might not always trust A.I. and often stick to their own judgment even if A.I. gives correct information, leading to less accurate diagnoses.
  3. Instead of having doctors and A.I. work on every case together, we should find specific tasks for each. A.I. can handle simple cases, allowing doctors to focus on more complex problems where their experience is vital.

A Few Big Ideas That Made My Life Better

Vonnik’s Newsletter • 39 implied HN points • 15 Oct 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-Improvement Nutrition Physical Fitness Mindfulness
  1. Taking care of your body improves your mood and thoughts. Simple actions like exercising or breathing deeply can boost your energy and change how you see challenges.
  2. Making small changes in your habits is much easier than trying to change everything at once. Starting with tiny steps, like doing one pushup, helps build lasting habits.
  3. Being mindful of distractions and focusing your attention are key to reaching your goals. Managing your environment and your thoughts can help you stay on track.

Your body thinks itself into its shape

The Intrinsic Perspective • 14234 implied HN points • 19 Nov 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Neuroscience Mental health Physical health Well-being
  1. Nutrition science has been confusing, with mixed messages about what's healthy or unhealthy for years. This shows that even experts struggle to understand basic health questions.
  2. Our bodies might work like complex systems, similar to a neural network, meaning personal health experiences can vary greatly from one person to another. This could explain why people have different reactions to the same foods.
  3. Recent research suggests that our cells can 'remember' past states, such as being overweight, which influences how our bodies respond to changes in diet and lifestyle over time.

Expiration Dates

The Audacity. • 8726 implied HN points • 30 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Aging Self-Acceptance Women's Health
  1. The article discusses the impact of aging on women and appreciating one's skin as they grow older.
  2. The post is by writer and illustrator Aubrey Hirsch, living in New York, with work featured in various publications like The New York Times and TIME.
  3. The content is available for paid subscribers only, with options to subscribe and sign in for access.

A modern day witch trial

uTobian • 8667 implied HN points • 01 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Research Corruption Prevention
  1. The study on autism prevalence and costs shows the rising financial burden of autism over the years.
  2. The model presented in the study reveals the alarming increase in autism rates, especially for certain demographics.
  3. The study highlights the shift in costs from parents to government as the first generation of autism epidemic children age, emphasizing the need for prevention strategies.
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The Three Nutrients You Need More Of on a High-Protein Diet

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 3474 implied HN points • 03 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Diet Nutrients Weight Loss Longevity
  1. A high-protein diet is essential for muscle health and weight loss, as it helps maintain lean mass during weight loss.
  2. The amount of protein needed to preserve lean mass during weight loss is higher than the standard recommendation, with around 1.3 grams per kilogram being favored.
  3. High levels of protein in the diet can stress the body's requirements for certain vitamins and minerals, leading to various health issues like poor sleep, anxiety, and skin problems.

Is Hydrogen Sulfide the New Estrogen?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 1098 implied HN points • 15 Jun 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Hormones Research Metabolism
  1. Hydrogen sulfide, a gas with signaling roles, may have estrogenic effects in the body.
  2. High concentrations of hydrogen sulfide can have toxic effects, while lower concentrations are essential for placental function.
  3. Research suggests that hydrogen sulfide could mimic estrogen's effects, potentially leading to various health issues.

The Patient

Sensible Medicine • 4088 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth Identity Self-reflection
  1. Identifying as a patient can sometimes overshadow your whole identity, and it's crucial to remember you are more than just the patient label.
  2. Being seen as a 'Patient' by others can affect how they interact with you, sometimes diminishing your identity beyond your health status.
  3. Despite the challenges of being defined by your health struggles, it's possible to regain aspects of your identity and redefine yourself beyond the patient role.

Former Marine Put on Hospice Care After 3 Years of Unsuccessful Chemo Beats His Stage 4 Colon Cancer in a Few Months Using Inexpensive Repurposed Drug

2nd Smartest Guy in the World • 4127 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Cancer Treatment
  1. Former Marine beat stage 4 colon cancer with inexpensive repurposed drug after unsuccessful chemo
  2. Ivermectin may have anti-cancer properties with potential for treating various diseases
  3. New Joe Tippens Protocol includes supplements like Vitamin E, Curcumin, CBD oil, Fenbendazole, and Ivermectin for cancer treatment

The Catholic Hospital System Killing Women

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 4913 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Women's Health Patient Advocacy
  1. Catholic hospital system like Ascension is fueling the U.S. maternal mortality crisis with closures, affecting patients disproportionately.
  2. Ascension has a pattern of cutting obstetrics services, pushing pregnant patients to travel farther for care, especially in low-income neighborhoods.
  3. Ascension prioritizes cost-cutting over patient safety, leading to dangerous consequences like increased wait times, overworked staff, and ignored alarms.

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.

IVERMECTIN and CANCER, it has at least 15 anti-cancer mechanisms of action. Can Ivermectin Treat COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine Induced Turbo Cancers? - 9 Ivermectin papers reviewed

2nd Smartest Guy in the World • 4992 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Cancer Treatment Research Holistic Medicine Pharmacology
  1. Ivermectin has at least 15 anti-cancer mechanisms of action.
  2. Studies suggest Ivermectin can treat a variety of cancers.
  3. High doses of Ivermectin, possibly combined with Fenbendazole, may be beneficial for treating cancer.

Keeping body and soul together

The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie • 3913 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mind-Body Connection Embodiment Self-discovery Healing
  1. Listening to our body is important for shedding light on psychological processes and living authentically.
  2. The body and soul are interconnected, and it's essential to integrate them for personal growth and healing.
  3. Bringing body and soul together involves recognizing the body as a collaborator and co-creator in our life journey.

Matthew Walker: Promoting Our Sleep Health

Ground Truths • 5074 implied HN points • 14 Jun 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Nutrition Physical health
  1. Sleep is essential for our well-being, just like food, air, and water. It helps us stay healthy and even affects our social interactions; being tired can make us feel lonely or less likable.
  2. Quality of sleep matters just as much as quantity. Good sleep means not just clocking hours but also having uninterrupted and restful nights.
  3. New sleep medications are being developed that may enhance sleep quality without the downsides of older drugs. These could potentially lead to better brain health and help clear waste from the brain.

I’m Finally Practicing Medicine the Way It Should Be Done

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 825 implied HN points • 10 Dec 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Primary Care Patient Care Preventive Care Health Policy Healthcare systems Medical practice
  1. Primary care has become rushed, fragmented, and impersonal because doctors are forced to see too many patients in too little time, which leaves patients feeling rushed or dismissed.
  2. A continuous, thoughtful primary care relationship matters for prevention, early detection, and whole‑person care, but many people pick providers by insurance convenience and avoid care after bad experiences.
  3. A new model that shifts decision-making from insurers back to doctors lets clinicians spend more time with patients and practice more patient-centered, thoughtful medicine.

Arthur Brooks: Do GLP-1s Make Us Happy?

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 370 implied HN points • 16 Jan 26
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Body Image Pharmacology Weight Loss Hormone Therapy
  1. Drugs like GLP-1s and other quick fixes can improve health or mood for some people, but the evidence is mixed and some users experience worse mental-health symptoms.
  2. Cosmetic procedures often raise self-esteem in the short term, yet those benefits can fade and may harm people with body‑dysmorphic tendencies.
  3. Changing your appearance won’t automatically create self‑love — real and lasting well‑being usually requires inner work and ongoing effort.

Why are young liberals so depressed?

Slow Boring • 8117 implied HN points • 01 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Social media Political Ideology Therapy Emotional Well-being Youth Mental Health
  1. The mental health of young liberals is influenced by a mix of factors including social media, politics, and societal issues.
  2. Political ideology plays a role in the mental health of adolescents, with liberal girls showing higher levels of depression.
  3. Encouraging positive emotional responses and avoiding catastrophizing can be beneficial for mental health.

An Invitation to Think Differently About Addiction Treatment

Culture Study • 3347 implied HN points • 10 Aug 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Addiction Treatment Medical education Harm Reduction Public Health Mental health
  1. Harm reduction is essential for helping people with addiction. It means meeting people where they are and supporting their decisions rather than judging them.
  2. Many healthcare professionals don't learn enough about addiction treatment in medical school. This lack of education can lead to stigma and inadequate care for those struggling with addiction.
  3. Dr. Marie Nyswander made significant contributions to addiction medicine but is often overlooked. Her work on methadone showed that there are effective ways to treat addiction beyond just abstinence.

What I Went Through to Meet My Daughter

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 3932 implied HN points • 19 Jul 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Healthcare Motherhood Women's Health Personal Stories
  1. Many women experience unexplained infertility and feel lost in their treatment options. It can be frustrating when doctors can't find clear reasons for fertility issues.
  2. IVF is a popular option for those facing infertility, but it might not work for everyone and can be tough both physically and financially. It's a process that doesn't always solve the underlying health problems.
  3. Some women seek alternative clinics that focus on understanding and treating their specific issues instead of just providing standard treatments. This can offer a glimmer of hope for those feeling stuck.

Hope for a Durable Remission

Parents with Inconvenient Truths about Trans (PITT) • 3832 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Family Cancer Mental health Support Healing
  1. The importance of finding hope and strength in situations of enduring challenges, such as coping with a cancer diagnosis or supporting a child through difficult times.
  2. The ongoing journey of healing involves balancing the knowledge gained from experiences with actively working towards personal healing and self-care.
  3. The significance of continuing to support others going through similar challenges while also focusing on one's own well-being by engaging in activities that bring comfort and peace.

Living In Dirt

The Unpublishable • 7724 implied HN points • 13 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Mindfulness Freedom
  1. Take time for self-reflection and consider letting go of the pursuit of perfection in various aspects of life.
  2. Sometimes, finding freedom and happiness may involve stepping away from strict routines and allowing yourself to be more fluid.
  3. Allowing yourself to let go of control can open up space for new experiences and perspectives to come in.

Ivermectin Squares Off in a New War on Cancer

2nd Smartest Guy in the World • 3773 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Cancer Treatment Alternative therapies
  1. Some physicians are exploring the use of generic drugs like Ivermectin for cancer treatment.
  2. Patients have experienced positive responses to alternative cancer treatments alongside traditional therapies.
  3. Research suggests that drugs like Ivermectin and Mebendazole may have potential in treating multiple types of cancer.

Life in My Seventies, Study: Billionaires Not that Smart, Study: Loneliness as Dangerous as Smoking, NBA Social Justice Champion Finalists, Elon Gets It Wrong (Again), Joan Baez Sings, and More

kareem • 7350 implied HN points • 19 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Aging Loneliness Health Studies Joy Cognitive abilities
  1. Living in the Red Zone brings uncertainty about the future, but focusing on daily joys is key.
  2. New study shows that being a billionaire doesn't equate to higher intelligence compared to lower-paid individuals.
  3. Loneliness is highlighted as being as dangerous as smoking, emphasizing the importance of social connections for health.

Wet Legs At 5AM

Everything Is Amazing • 1221 implied HN points • 09 Nov 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Lifestyle Personal Development Self-care
  1. Going back to school as an adult can be tough, especially sitting in class with much younger students. It feels awkward but can also lead to funny experiences and stories.
  2. Waking up really early and facing unexpected challenges, like wet jeans, can lead to wild and uncomfortable moments. Sometimes, these tough situations turn into memorable adventures.
  3. Sleep can be influenced by many factors, including comfort and safety. It’s interesting to think about how different environments affect our ability to rest well.

My child was perfect

Letters of Note • 4265 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Parenting
  1. A mother's unconditional love for her child shines through despite challenging circumstances.
  2. Every child is perfect and brings immense joy and purpose to their family.
  3. Doctors should provide support and encouragement to expectant mothers regardless of any medical condition.

mRNA vaccines lead to unwanted proteins - but what does it mean?

Maryanne Demasi, reports • 4127 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines mRNA Proteins Safety Research
  1. mRNA vaccines can lead to production of unwanted proteins due to reading errors in cells
  2. Research suggests that these off-target proteins do not raise significant safety concerns about mRNA vaccines
  3. Even though concerns exist about off-target proteins, experts suggest that mRNA vaccines are still considered safe

do i secretly love all the things i hate?

Both Are True • 183 implied HN points • 30 Jan 26
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-Improvement Mindfulness Emotional Health Parenting Stress management Relationships
  1. If a painful pattern keeps happening, that having can be evidence that some part of you secretly wants it; admitting that possibility opens a new way to understand your behavior.
  2. Deliberately trying on the idea that you might like the things you hate (existential kink) can turn shame into curiosity and play, making those feelings less powerful.
  3. Noticing that fear can feel like excitement and that you may enjoy roles like being a failure loosens self-judgment and lets you respond from choice instead of shame.

ex150nosauce+ACV-3 review: it works.. when you do it

Experimental Fat Loss • 134 implied HN points • 12 Feb 26
🏥 Health & Wellness Diet Nutrition Weight Loss Supplements Sleep Behavior
  1. The nosauce plus ACV approach yields reliable weight loss after an initial rapid water drop and is inexpensive and sustainable when followed.
  2. The diet is fragile: even modest cheats like extra beef, extra vegetables, sour cream, high-sodium drinks, or bread commonly produced stalls and increased hunger.
  3. Refeed behavior shows starches (sourdough, rice and beans) satisfy cravings reasonably well, while large high‑protein meals tended to trigger insatiable hunger and overeating.