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Subscriber Bonus - Behind the Scenes at the AMA Ethics Podcast

Weight and Healthcare • 319 implied HN points • 02 Oct 23
🎙 Podcasts Ethics Healthcare Interview Health Issues
  1. The post discusses a behind-the-scenes look at the American Medical Association's Ethics Podcast and the conversation around BMI-based healthcare denials and BMI issues.
  2. The speaker was pleasantly surprised to receive questions in advance for the podcast interview, which was noted as a relatively short interview.
  3. Access to the full content of the post requires being a paid subscriber.

How Generative AI is Transforming Healthcare

Gradient Flow • 139 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🕹 Technology AI Healthcare Data Podcasts Models
  1. Generative AI in healthcare can transform patient care by providing personalized treatment suggestions, streamlining documentation, and enhancing communication.
  2. Generative AI enables the development of privacy-assured synthetic medical data for research and prediction of health outcomes through data analysis.
  3. Specialized models tailored to specific tasks through fine-tuning offer more efficient and accurate solutions compared to broader capabilities, highlighting the importance of personalized AI approaches.

The VC Corner 📰 #8

The VC Corner • 179 implied HN points • 13 Jan 24
💼 Business Venture Capital Startups Sales Healthcare Ethics
  1. Carta is facing accusations of unethical practices, which could impact its reputation in the industry. It's a reminder that businesses need to act ethically to maintain trust.
  2. To become a sales-focused founder, there are key steps to follow. Focusing on sales can help drive growth and success for startups.
  3. The outlook for healthcare in 2024 is being discussed. Understanding trends in healthcare can help investors and startups prepare for future opportunities.

Amid Congressional PBM scrutiny, CVS/Aetna CFO assures investors of continued profits, even at expense of employers and taxpayers

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 479 implied HN points • 08 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Healthcare Insurance Legislation
  1. CVS's Chief Financial Officer stated that the company will continue to find ways to profit even if regulations change. They seem more focused on profits than helping people with their healthcare needs.
  2. Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) like CVS's Caremark are very profitable, and they control a major part of the market. This has sparked concern among lawmakers about the fairness of their practices.
  3. The current healthcare system allows companies to prioritize profits over patients, leading to higher costs and medical debt for many Americans. Lawmakers need to take action to protect the public.
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One Year Anniversary Post!

Weight and Healthcare • 659 implied HN points • 25 Oct 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Healthcare Nutrition Fitness
  1. The author is celebrating the one-year anniversary of their newsletter, Weight and Healthcare, expressing gratitude to their readers.
  2. The author is seeking feedback for the future content of the newsletter, welcoming suggestions on post types and ways to enhance subscriber experience.
  3. The author credits Virginia Sole-Smith and her newsletter, Burnt Toast, for inspiring the creation of their own newsletter and providing essential support and advice.

AI and the privatisation of everything

imperfect offerings • 259 implied HN points • 04 Nov 23
🕹 Technology AI Data Privacy Healthcare Education Government Relations
  1. Generative AI can reshape relationships at personal and societal levels through its integration into everyday life and work.
  2. The use of AI in privatising public goods like healthcare and education raises concerns about data control, accountability, and the concentration of knowledge and power in the hands of few corporations.
  3. AI facilitates the privatisation of public services through the capture of expertise, turning professionals into consumers of recycled expertise and potentially diminishing the role of teachers and healthcare providers in favor of automated systems.

Weekly Dose of Optimism #117

Not Boring by Packy McCormick • 127 implied HN points • 25 Oct 24
🕹 Technology AI Engineering Innovation Environmental Healthcare
  1. TSMC is successfully producing chips in Arizona, even better than in Taiwan. This could help boost U.S. manufacturing and support the new CHIPS Act funding.
  2. Arkansas has a lot of lithium, estimated to be 5 to 19 million tons. This is great news for the EV industry and America's push for clean energy.
  3. Science has made a retinal implant that helps restore vision to some blind patients. This shows how technology can genuinely improve people's lives.

Elevance's Q2 profits make Wall Street investors (and company executives) happy and wealthy

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 359 implied HN points • 20 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Healthcare Economics Corporate Governance Social Issues Policy Analysis
  1. Elevance's profits for the second quarter were better than expected, making Wall Street investors very happy. The company is on track to earn even more this year than previously thought.
  2. The company spent less on patient care compared to previous years, which boosted their profits. However, this came at the expense of providing necessary care for low-income and vulnerable populations.
  3. Elevance is growing mainly through its Medicare and Medicaid programs, while its private insurance enrollment is declining. The growth in revenue comes from premium increases and government subsidies.

Testing the Edmonton Obesity Staging System

Weight and Healthcare • 259 implied HN points • 30 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Obesity Healthcare Weight Loss Research Body Image
  1. The Edmonton Obesity Staging System classifies people based on health issues, but fails to prove the necessity or effectiveness of weight loss interventions for higher stages.
  2. The study authors have conflicts of interest in the weight loss industry, promoting a body-size-as-disease paradigm without concrete evidence of its benefits.
  3. Health-supporting behaviors like fruit/vegetable consumption and fitness were shown to be more important than weight management in improving health outcomes.

Looking for your keys under the light

Trevor Klee’s Newsletter • 671 implied HN points • 13 Jun 23
🔬 Science Research Biology Models Healthcare
  1. When searching for something, we tend to look where it is easiest to see, even if it might not be the best place to find it.
  2. This behavior can lead to wasting time and effort on ineffective or inefficient search strategies.
  3. It is important to be mindful of not getting stuck looking in familiar or visible places, but to explore all possibilities.

Rationing Rights

Can We Still Govern? • 127 implied HN points • 28 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Healthcare Disability Rights Policy Reform Social justice Government programs
  1. Many people with disabilities and older adults face long waitlists for Medicaid home care services. These waitlists can last from a few years to over a hundred years, making it hard for them to get the help they need.
  2. The eligibility process for these services is often very confusing. Many families feel overwhelmed and may not even apply because they think it’s unlikely they will receive assistance.
  3. There are calls to make home and community-based services an entitlement. This means that anyone eligible should have the guaranteed right to get these services, making it easier for people with disabilities to live independently.

Anthony Fauci Defended NIH Culture Of Secrecy: The $325M Third-Party Royalty Complex... Now We Know More Details.

OpenTheBooks Substack • 779 implied HN points • 09 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Corruption Transparency Healthcare Research
  1. Anthony Fauci defended NIH culture of secrecy regarding third-party royalty payments.
  2. Chinese and Russian companies paid NIH for licensing technologies developed with U.S. taxpayer money.
  3. Companies like Purdue Pharma paid royalties to NIH scientists, raising questions about conflicts of interest.

June Subscriber AMA Answers 2023

Weight and Healthcare • 239 implied HN points • 15 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Healthcare
  1. June Subscriber AMA Answers were released with exclusive content for paid subscribers.
  2. The post discusses a reader's concern about possible misinformation (BS) and a personal experience with low bone density and a fragility fracture.
  3. The newsletter encourages comments from subscribers and expresses gratitude for their support.

September 7, 2023 - Riding the Covid Wave

Frank’s Alabama COVID Newsletter • 235 implied HN points • 07 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Vaccines Public Health Epidemiology Healthcare
  1. Alabama is experiencing a significant increase in weekly hospital admissions due to Covid-19.
  2. Vaccination is crucial in minimizing the risk of severe Covid cases, especially with new variants emerging.
  3. New and improved Covid-19 vaccines from Moderna and Pfizer show promising responses against highly mutated variants.

Atrium and Novant get millions in property tax breaks

The Charlotte Ledger • 235 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23
💼 Business Healthcare Taxation Nonprofit Government Regulation Financial impact
  1. Atrium and Novant hospitals receive millions in property tax breaks, exempting them from paying taxes on billions of dollars worth of property.
  2. The tax breaks the hospitals receive could total $23 million in Mecklenburg County alone, contributing to a loss in potential tax revenue that could fund essential public services like education and law enforcement.
  3. Critics argue that as large, multi-billion-dollar enterprises, hospitals like Atrium and Novant should do more to justify their tax-exempt status and provide greater community benefits.

An assassin for our time (PART ONE)

Unreported Truths • 66 implied HN points • 10 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Crime Healthcare Violence Insurance Political Commentary
  1. Luigi Mangione, a young and seemingly privileged guy, has a dark side after allegedly killing a healthcare CEO. It shows that even those who seem to have it all can snap under pressure.
  2. The attack raises questions about the reasons behind such violence, making it clear that Mangione didn't seem to be part of a larger movement. His motives were likely personal rather than ideological.
  3. This incident highlights a troubling trend as Mangione could mark the rise of a new kind of domestic terrorism that's not tied to a specific group, but rather individual grievances that can lead to drastic actions.

What to do if you can’t accommodate a higher weight patient

Weight and Healthcare • 798 implied HN points • 20 Apr 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Body positivity Healthcare Inclusivity Patient Experience
  1. Perspective and attitude are crucial when handling situations where higher weight patients cannot be accommodated - blame should not be directed at the patient, but rather focus on addressing the lack of resources and tools for equitable care.
  2. Prevention is key - prioritize purchasing equipment that can accommodate patients of all sizes, communicate size/weight limits openly, and have protocols in place to handle situations where accommodation is not immediately possible.
  3. When accommodation isn't possible, have non-shaming protocols in place, take responsibility for the lack of accessibility, refer patients to other facilities that can accommodate them, and ensure a seamless and respectful experience for higher-weight patients.

The choice between traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage? It’s easier than you think.

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 499 implied HN points • 16 Feb 23
🏥 Health Politics Medicare Healthcare Insurance Costs Policy
  1. Traditional Medicare lets you see almost any doctor or hospital in the U.S., while Medicare Advantage usually limits you to a specific network of providers.
  2. Medicare Advantage plans sometimes deny necessary care, while traditional Medicare generally ensures full coverage for services recommended by your doctor.
  3. You might save money with Medicare Advantage in the short term, but if you need expensive care later, it could cost you much more than traditional Medicare.

The New York Times still won't cover covid honestly

Vinay Prasad's Observations and Thoughts • 200 implied HN points • 04 Mar 24
🏥 Health Politics COVID-19 Healthcare Media Opinions
  1. Improving air quality did not stop COVID19 in Kindergartens. No evidence shows that upgrading air quality reduces seasonal respiratory viruses effectively.
  2. Masking may not be necessary in 2024. Few individuals are wearing masks as they are inexpensive and easily available online, suggesting a reduced need for them.
  3. The New York Times seems to be biased in covering COVID. It is important to accept life's risks, not wear masks unnecessarily, and focus on socialization and personal care.

Dinguses of the week: 15 governors saying “fuck them kids”

Men Yell at Me • 363 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Governors Election Healthcare Podcast
  1. 15 Republican governors declined federal assistance for feeding children in need during summer months
  2. Child Tax Credit expansion lifted millions of children out of poverty and reduced food insufficiency rates
  3. Maverick Gas Stations are changing the name of the beloved Kum & Go gas station, known for its humor

URGENT: The CEO of UnitedHealthcare - the largest private health insurance company in America - was just shot and killed in Manhattan in an apparent assassination

Unreported Truths • 60 implied HN points • 04 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Crime Healthcare Economy Corporate News Public Safety
  1. The CEO of UnitedHealthcare, Brian Thompson, was assassinated in New York City. This event is shocking given that he was a high-profile executive.
  2. Thompson was shot outside a hotel during a financial conference, indicating that the attack was likely planned and targeted.
  3. His assassination raises concerns about the safety of executives and the potential backlash against health insurance leaders over care denials.

Will "Efficiency" Fix the Budget?

The Last Bear Standing • 74 implied HN points • 15 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Federal Budget Government Efficiency Fiscal policy Social Security Healthcare
  1. The U.S. federal budget has big structural problems, like an aging population and increasing debt, making it hard to balance spending and revenue.
  2. Most of the budget goes to a few major areas like Social Security and healthcare, which are expected to grow, so simply cutting discretionary spending won't solve the deficit issue.
  3. Fixing these budget problems requires more than just efficiency cuts; it needs serious changes in laws and policies that are hard to achieve without widespread agreement.

Healthcare Schmealthcare

Ladyparts • 499 implied HN points • 28 Sep 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Healthcare
  1. The author is still experiencing hearing issues with a possible hint of hope
  2. The post includes a photo of primary care provider during the Covid pandemic
  3. Readers can access the full post by subscribing to Ladyparts with a 7-day free trial

Plandemic playbook (2) They lied about everything in trying to take over the world, then when their plan failed they lied again and said it was all an innocent mistake and asked for your forgetting

DrV’s Newsletter, Notes, Essays, Articles, Videos, and Book Chapters • 176 implied HN points • 19 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Wellness Pandemic Healthcare Injustice Viral Infections
  1. They lied about everything to take over the world, then lied again about it being an innocent mistake
  2. We must not allow them to escape accountability for these crimes against us and future humanity
  3. The post highlights a playbook of deception and manipulation that has been used during the past 3 years

Responding to Weight Loss Recommendations

Weight and Healthcare • 379 implied HN points • 26 Oct 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Loss Healthcare Research Systemic change Body positivity
  1. When considering weight loss interventions, ask for five-year data to evaluate long-term effectiveness and potential side effects.
  2. Advocate for systemic change to focus on weight-neutral interventions to support health directly rather than simply aiming for weight loss.
  3. Challenge the current practices in weight loss research and intervention approval processes to prioritize transparency, honesty, and true informed consent.

The New York Times Lobbies for Diet Drugs

Weight and Healthcare • 559 implied HN points • 04 Jun 22
🏥 Health Politics Healthcare Obesity Weight Loss Insurance Coverage Medical Industry
  1. The New York Times article lobbies for diet drugs by quoting doctors who have financial ties to the diet industry.
  2. The article medicalizes body size, promotes weight loss drugs, and pushes for insurance coverage without addressing weight stigma or offering weight-neutral solutions.
  3. It fails to mention the connections between weight loss drugs and financial interests of the quoted doctors, highlighting potential bias in the promotion of weight loss therapies.

Ways We Might Be Unintentionally Participating In Weight Stigma and Diet Culture

Weight and Healthcare • 399 implied HN points • 01 Oct 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Stigma Diet Culture Fat Activism Healthcare Self-reflection
  1. Complimenting Weight Lost can reinforce harmful beliefs and set people up for disappointment when weight is regained.
  2. Supporting Inequality by expecting fat individuals to change themselves for healthcare tools is harmful and unfair.
  3. Avoid hypocritical behavior and Blaming Fat Bodies, healthcare practitioners should practice weight-neutral health for all patients, regardless of size.

“Pay Every Claim” Is Not a Viable Model for Any Health Insurance Company

I Might Be Wrong • 12 implied HN points • 06 Dec 24
🏥 Health Politics Insurance Healthcare Policy Ethics Society
  1. Health insurance companies can't pay every claim because it would be financially impossible for them. They need to manage costs to stay in business.
  2. Public anger towards insurance executives can stem from personal experiences with denied claims, but wishing harm on them is not a justified response.
  3. Understanding how insurance works is important; the system is complex, and blaming individuals doesn't address the underlying issues.