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DNA in Covid-19 vaccines: 7 pieces of context missed from Florida Surgeon General’s unnecessary warning

Your Local Epidemiologist • 1815 implied HN points • 05 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines DNA Molecular Biology Immune Response Safety
  1. The amount of DNA fragments in Covid-19 vaccines is relatively small compared to other particles.
  2. DNA fragments are present in all vaccines and various medical treatments, and are kept at minimal levels for safety.
  3. Human bodies have natural mechanisms to deal with foreign DNA and prevent integration into our genes.

There's a technology built into our cars to make driving safer – but we're not using it.

Odds and Ends of History • 1541 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Cars Safety Emergency Response Data Sharing Innovation
  1. There's a built-in technology in cars for safer driving that's not being utilized properly.
  2. The eCall system can connect drivers to emergency services with just a press of a button, providing important data like location and car details.
  3. The potential of eCall data to optimize emergency response and improve road safety is hindered by lack of integration among different emergency service systems.

Kellie-Jay Keen is not coming to New Zealand due to fears for her life – yes, here in New Zealand!

A B’Old Woman • 719 implied HN points • 16 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Activism Gender Safety Law enforcement Public Policy
  1. Kellie-Jay Keen canceled her trip to New Zealand because she felt unsafe and feared for her life. She wasn't confident that the police would protect her due to influence from trans activists.
  2. Many people are upset about how a few loud activists seem to be controlling police and political responses in the country. There's a feeling that women's voices are being ignored in the conversation.
  3. There's concern that creating a 'martyr' from this situation could actually empower people on the other side of the debate. While the 'Let Women Speak' rally is still planned, it's unclear how it will affect the protests.

Last Week in AI #254: DeepMind's AI cracks geometry problems, Meta commits to open-source AI, China and US firms hold secret AI safety talks, first AI chatbot for presidential candidate, and more!

Last Week in AI • 457 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🕹 Technology AI Open Source Safety Tech Companies
  1. DeepMind's AlphaGeometry AI solves complex geometry problems using a unique combination of language model and symbolic engine.
  2. Meta, under Zuckerberg, is focused on developing open-source AGI with the Llama 3 model and increasing compute infrastructure.
  3. US AI companies and Chinese experts engage in secret diplomacy on AI safety, signaling unprecedented collaboration amid technological rivalry.
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Meet Maria Weston Kuhn, the Gen-Z Warrior Taking on the Car Industry

Ladyparts • 659 implied HN points • 27 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Safety Gender differences
  1. Maria Weston Kuhn is a Gen-Z advocate in the car industry, inspired by a personal car accident experience.
  2. There is a significant gender safety discrepancy in car crashes, with women being disproportionately affected.
  3. The car industry's negligence in addressing car safety for women is highlighted, including the exclusive use of male crash test dummies.

A military and civilian aviation veteran explains Wednesday night's crash

Unreported Truths • 100 implied HN points • 01 Feb 25
📰 News Aviation Accidents Military Regulations Safety
  1. The crash was influenced by multiple failures in communication, coordination, and pilot training. Better planning and checks could have prevented it.
  2. Weather conditions, like strong winds, played a significant role in the incident. These factors made flying more complicated for both the helicopter and the airplane.
  3. The helicopter was flying higher than allowed, which was a big mistake. Following the set altitude rules could have avoided the crash completely.

Mixing antidepressants and psychedelics: 5 Questions for psychopharmacologist Kelan Thomas

The Microdose • 589 implied HN points • 05 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Medication Psychedelics Therapy Treatment Safety
  1. Psychedelic clinical trials often exclude participants taking SSRIs to isolate the effects of the single drug being studied.
  2. The main risk of mixing SSRIs and psychedelics is serotonin toxicity, but in healthy volunteers, the risk seems low.
  3. Tapering off SSRIs can have risks, including the return of depression or anxiety symptoms and serotonin discontinuation syndrome.

Prepare For Liftoff: Your Magic Mushroom Prep Guide

Tripsitter • 79 implied HN points • 11 Jun 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychedelic Preparation Safety Mental health
  1. Proper preparation is key for a safe and enriching magic mushroom experience. Respect the unpredictability of mushrooms and take precautions like testing samples, staying in a safe environment, and having a responsible trip sitter.
  2. Set and setting are crucial for a positive trip. Choose a comfortable and safe environment that aligns with your intentions, and approach the experience with a positive mindset.
  3. Research and know the specifics of the magic mushrooms you're consuming, including species, strains, dosages, and potential risks. Opt for a trusted trip sitter and be mindful of physical health considerations when using psychedelics.

at what point do we stop?

derailleur • 999 implied HN points • 17 May 23
🎾 Sports Cycling Competition Safety Weather Injuries
  1. The Giro d'Italia race has seen multiple major contenders falling due to various reasons like crashes and illness.
  2. There is increasing concern about the safety and well-being of athletes in cycling events, especially in challenging conditions.
  3. There is a need to address weather-related challenges in cycling by making the sport's institutions more resilient to such events.

The ‘Cultural’ Questions that Follow the Alaska Airlines Blowout.

Breaking the News • 795 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
📰 News Aviation Safety Investigation
  1. The incident with Alaska Airlines did not likely contribute to the recent string of aviation close calls, but it could reveal systemic issues.
  2. The plane experienced a panel blowout at 16,000 feet, with no passengers seated next to the gaping hole, showcasing the clean structural break.
  3. In a scenario like this, with a hole in the airplane at high speed and altitude, it would be both terrifying and extremely dangerous.

Why The WHO Shouldn't Grant Diet Drug Request To Be Added To Essential Medicine List - Part 3

Weight and Healthcare • 299 implied HN points • 15 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Medication Research Safety Obesity
  1. The research on the effectiveness, harms, and benefits of diet drugs requesting to be added to the WHO essential medicine list has several key issues: short study durations not capturing long-term effects, small and non-representative study populations, minimal weight loss effects, and failure to adequately assess adverse events.
  2. Cost-effectiveness analyses supporting the diet drugs are based on assumptions that being higher weight correlates with lower health-related quality of life and a belief that the treatment will induce weight loss and health benefits, which are not adequately proven by the research cited.
  3. The research includes conflicts of interest, such as studies funded by the drug manufacturers, and lack of long-term data to support claims of efficacy, safety, and cost-effectiveness. These factors raise concerns about the suitability of these drugs for the WHO essential medicine list.

The Culture of Aviation Safety

Breaking the News • 397 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Aviation Safety Accidents Air Travel Investigations
  1. An analysis of aviation safety includes three new case studies, illustrating the complexity of keeping commercial aviation safe.
  2. A business jet in Naples, Florida had a tragic incident due to engine failures, sparking discussions in the aviation world on potential causes like the Idle-Cutoff possibility.
  3. A Pakistan International Airlines crash in Karachi revealed a chaotic situation in the cockpit, with the crew neglecting crucial flight protocols, ultimately leading to a disastrous outcome.

Dingus of the week: Boeing

Men Yell at Me • 322 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
📰 News Politics Aviation Safety
  1. Boeing has faced safety concerns, including incidents of plane debris, fatal crashes, and whistleblower allegations, raising doubts about their safety practices.
  2. Boeing's significant revenue from government contracts raises questions about accountability and oversight in the aviation industry.
  3. The aviation industry's duopoly of Boeing and Airbus, self-regulation by Boeing, and underfunding of the FAA highlight systemic issues impacting airplane safety.

122 | Microplastics in Food | Introduction to Hygienic Design | Silly Food Claims |

The Rotten Apple • 231 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Safety Microplastics Food Fraud Nutrition Contamination
  1. Hygienic design principles are crucial for food safety and preventing contamination.
  2. Research on microplastics in food raises questions about the amount we consume and potential health impacts.
  3. Reader survey results show that paying subscribers support the newsletter and enjoy its current focus and format.

A safe harbor for AI evaluation and red teaming

AI Snake Oil • 307 implied HN points • 05 Mar 24
🕹 Technology AI Research Safety Evaluation Models
  1. Independent evaluation of AI models is crucial for uncovering vulnerabilities and ensuring safety, security, and trust
  2. Terms of service can discourage community-led evaluations of AI models, hindering essential research
  3. A legal and technical safe harbor is proposed to protect and encourage public interest research into AI safety, removing barriers and improving ecosystem norms

Every shooting at a school in April 2024

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 39 implied HN points • 02 May 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Violence Schools Safety Youth Mental health
  1. Gun violence at schools continues to escalate despite efforts to increase security measures like fortifying campuses.
  2. Community and home environments play a crucial role in preventing school shootings by securing weapons and teaching conflict resolution strategies.
  3. There has been a concerning trend of school shootings and victims over the years, highlighting the ongoing issue of gun violence in schools.

Twitter's transport experts are wrong, and I know better than them

Odds and Ends of History • 603 implied HN points • 30 May 23
🕹 Technology Transport Autonomy Safety Economics Future
  1. The writer disagrees with Twitter's transport experts about driverless buses and thinks they could revolutionize transport.
  2. Autonomous buses could lead to cheaper, more efficient public transportation and help reduce carbon emissions.
  3. The potential of autonomous buses lies in making public transport more convenient, increasing capacity, and reducing the need for private vehicles.

Why TSA-style security doesn't work for schools

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 39 implied HN points • 30 Apr 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Security Schools Gun Control Safety Budget
  1. Having teachers perform security screenings at schools can be ineffective due to lack of training and time constraints.
  2. Failure in school security protocols can lead to dangerous situations such as students sneaking weapons past metal detectors.
  3. Implementing TSA-style security at schools is impractical due to the scale of students, cost, and physical infrastructure required.

LSD Decoded: Blotters, Liquids, & Beyond 🌈

Tripsitter • 159 implied HN points • 21 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychedelics Effects Safety Alternatives
  1. LSD comes in different forms like blotters, gel tabs, and liquid, with varying doses that can have significant effects on perception and consciousness.
  2. It's important to be cautious with LSD alternatives like 1P-LSD, AL-LAD, and LSZ, as they have comparable effects to LSD but may differ in potency.
  3. Ensure safety when using LSD by testing it with Ehrlich and Hoffmann reagents, understanding tolerance, storing properly, and being aware of potential effects and risks.

The Climate Justice of AI Safety

Daniel's Corner • 157 implied HN points • 13 Apr 23
🕹 Technology AI Climate Safety Ethics
  1. There are two main groups discussing AI safety: doomers and boomers.
  2. Debates on AI safety can be like theology discussions, but it's more productive to focus on specific concerns and solutions.
  3. It's important to move from vague terms to concrete benchmarks when addressing AI safety.

Message to all women: “your boundaries are now defunct”

A B’Old Woman • 419 implied HN points • 07 Nov 22
🎭️ Culture Gender Issues Social norms Public spaces Safety
  1. Women are feeling their boundaries are being ignored, especially regarding safe spaces like toilets. There's concern that their right to privacy is being compromised.
  2. Policies are shifting to prioritize inclusivity for transgender and non-binary people, but this can sometimes overlook the needs and safety of women. The dialogue often places the needs of men before women's.
  3. Many believe that separate spaces for women, like women-only toilets, are important for their dignity and safety. There's a push for workplaces to recognize and respect these boundaries.

Dangerous Law in Tennessee: When the fire alarm rings, don't evacuate the school?

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 59 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Safety Security Schools
  1. Following fire safety codes and evacuating quickly during a fire is crucial to prevent tragedies.
  2. There is a constant balance between fire safety and building security that school officials must consider.
  3. Confusing procedures, such as not evacuating during a fire, can increase the risk of stampedes and serious accidents.

Near Miss Reports: What schools can learn from the zero fatality goal in aviation

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 79 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🚌 Education Safety Data Analysis School Shootings Prevention Mental health
  1. Aviation emphasizes near-miss reporting to enhance safety by openly sharing incidents that almost caused harm.
  2. Schools can learn from aviation by implementing a similar culture of prioritizing safety and reporting near misses, as demonstrated in the case of a school shooting incident in South Dakota.
  3. Defining near misses in the context of school shootings involves factors like detailed plans, multiple weapons, excessive ammunition, gun malfunctions, and successful interventions.

Responses to comments on our democratic control of AGI paper

James W. Phillips' Newsletter • 137 implied HN points • 01 Apr 23
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Policy Safety Development
  1. The proposal on democratic control of AGI highlights the need for aligning AI development with democratic accountability and safety measures.
  2. There are concerns about a potential global race in developing AGI and whether private labs or multilateral efforts are better suited to manage the risks.
  3. Despite uncertainties, there is a growing acknowledgment in frontier labs that AGI poses significant risks to humanity and discussions about control and safety measures are crucial.

What if we treated car crashes like plane crashes?

The Charlotte Ledger • 137 implied HN points • 31 Aug 23
📰 News Transportation Analysis Safety Urban planning
  1. When investigating plane crashes, every piece of evidence is examined to prevent future incidents. Car crash investigations should also focus on prevention rather than just assigning blame.
  2. A group of urbanists is analyzing car crashes like plane crashes, suggesting changes to prevent future accidents based on detailed analysis.
  3. Factors like lack of mid-crossing pedestrian refuges, long traffic signal cycles, and high speed limits contribute to car crashes, highlighting the need for changes in infrastructure and traffic management.

Inhale Insight: The Transformative Power of Psychedelic Breathwork

Tripsitter • 99 implied HN points • 22 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Breathwork Techniques Safety Side Effects History
  1. Breath can shift states and induce different experiences like calmness, energy, or even psychedelic effects.
  2. Psychedelic breathwork involves rhythmic breathing patterns to induce altered states and can have physical sensations, emotional releases, and even visions.
  3. Psychedelic breathwork can be safe for most mentally and physically healthy individuals, but certain conditions should avoid it, and side effects can include dizziness, tingling, cramps, among others.

How to Get the Correct Size Needle for Vaccines As A Higher-Weight Person

Weight and Healthcare • 319 implied HN points • 31 Aug 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Weight Healthcare Safety
  1. Higher-weight individuals might need longer needles for safe and effective vaccinations, including COVID-19 shots.
  2. Accessing the correct size needle can be a challenge, with providers sometimes unaware of the need for longer needles.
  3. Creating personalized cards and using a scripted phone call can help higher-weight individuals advocate for longer needles during vaccinations.

Weight Loss Drugs Part 2 - Plenity and Alli

Weight and Healthcare • 319 implied HN points • 13 Aug 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Loss Safety Efficacy Health Risks
  1. Plenity is a weight management device made of hydrogel particles that swells in the stomach to create a sensation of fullness, but it comes with risks like undernourishment and eating disorders.
  2. Alli/Xenical/Orlistat is an over-the-counter medication that blocks fat absorption, claiming 5-10% weight loss with potential side effects like kidney stones and liver disease.
  3. Both Plenity and Alli are unlikely to lead to significant weight loss, come with various risks, and lack long-term research on effectiveness and safety.

Designer Drug Exposé: Lysergamides

Tripsitter • 79 implied HN points • 16 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychedelics Designer Drugs Safety Chemistry
  1. Lysergamides like LSD are potent psychedelics with similar effects, challenging one's sense of self and reality.
  2. Designer lysergamides, such as 1P-LSD and ALD-52, mimic the effects of LSD and are often converted into active LSD in the body.
  3. Legal complexities surround lysergamides with only LSD explicitly listed as a controlled substance, leading to the creation of various analogs and prodrugs.

The Gordian Knot News "A" List

Gordian Knot News • 168 implied HN points • 25 Nov 23
🕹 Technology Energy Regulation Nuclear Safety
  1. The Gordian Knot News focuses on the importance of cheap nuclear power for humanity's prosperity and environmental conservation.
  2. Understanding key features of radiation and where we went wrong in nuclear power are crucial to solving the issues in the industry.
  3. Proposing a new regulatory system and a radiation harm model are essential steps towards a better future for nuclear power.

Three Key Findings Every School Should Know from DOJ Report on Uvalde

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 59 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🚌 Education Safety Security Emergency Response Technology Community Engagement
  1. During a school shooting, hiding in locked classrooms may not be effective as bullets can easily penetrate walls. It is safer for students and staff to evacuate quickly and get far away from the danger.
  2. Having reliable wifi coverage on campus is crucial for emergency alerts to reach all staff and teachers during a crisis. Depending on personal phones and apps may not be dependable under stress.
  3. Collaboration with the community is vital for creating safe evacuation plans during emergencies. Neighbors, businesses, and community leaders should be involved to support rapid evacuations and ensure a safe environment for students.

NHTSA tells automakers not to comply with Massachusetts vehicle right to repair law

Fight to Repair • 98 implied HN points • 14 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Regulation Legal Safety Automakers
  1. The NHTSA advised automakers to not comply with the Massachusetts vehicle right to repair law due to safety concerns and federal regulations.
  2. The Massachusetts law, approved by voters, requires automakers to provide vehicle owners with access to telematics data for car repairs.
  3. NHTSA expressed concerns about the safety risks associated with the Massachusetts law's open remote access to vehicle systems.