How a zero calorie sugar substitute, sucralose, can increase appetite by activating the hypothalamus @natmetabolism.bsky.social nature.com/articles/s42...

#longcovid #chronicillness

Vaccine refusal does not only harm the unvaccinated person. Infectious disease can spread to infants too young to be vaccinated, the elderly, and people with immunosuppression. Worse, as a pathogen spreads, more infections means more chances for mutations that allow the pathogen to evade vaccines.

A few people seem to be getting satisfaction from the fact that kids are getting seriously ill because their parents have refused to vaccinate them. I want to state for the record that I am 100% opposed to this type of thinking. These are kids. It was not their choice. They don’t deserve it.

As the military under Pete Hegseth rolls back recruiting for minority Americans remember that black women are the only reason the Army met its recruiting goals last year. Not enough white men qualify to even serve no matter volunteer. They'll learn when recruiting collapses and it ain't "wokeness."

This is the most relevant article to NIH and research cuts I’ve seen. Imagine if this was today , how many people would be saying “Why are we studying Gila Monsters and their impact on diabetes ? That’s wasted money !” globalnews.ca/news/9793403...

As we start another week, my law firm is litigating 46 voting and election cases in 19 states. A team starts trial to protect the Voting Rights Act in Alabama tomorrow! Free and fair elections are the cornerstone of democracy and democracy is on the docket.

This is also a valuable resource for sky users theblue.report

Just imagine.

The most common question I receive is how everyday citizens can help in the fight for democracy. My advice, take the first step, start with something small and see what works for you. Here are ten things all of us can do. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/10-t...

Trump exiting from the Paris Agreement is a bad move for the world and for the United States. But it’s not “game over” for climate. It’s “game on!” We must redouble our efforts and change our tactics to move forward with effective somutions. Let’s go!

America is two continents, not one country. And the Gulf of Mexico has been called that since before there was that one country, the United States of America, and before the West Coast was even mapped-- note the Island of California in map #2).

Today would have marked 52 years of Roe as the law of the land. But Donald Trump packed the Supreme Court with anti-abortion extremists to get it overturned. This week, he cut off access to reproductiverights.gov. We must keep fighting for women’s rights.

Dan Rather quoting @rebeccasolnit.bsky.social : “...no alternative to persevering, and that does not require you to feel good. You can keep walking whether it’s sunny or raining. Take care of yourself and remember that taking care of something else is an important part ..." berto.fyi/SteadyJan25

"Your job is to do something small but measurable every day that ensures you are not the one being moved off your norms, that ensures you are connecting to community around you."

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Loretta C. Ford, EdD, RN, PNP, FAAN, FAANP. Her legacy in co-founding the NP role in 1965 has left an indelible mark on the world, improving health care delivery and accessibility for patients globally. #nursebsky #medbsky #nursepractitioner

This is the face of courage and compassion. Thank you Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde for speaking truth to power on behalf of the marginalized.

Brave yourselves for more of the like.

#selfcompassion #selfcare #selflove #youareenough 💕

Rest in power, Cecile Richards. 19thnews.org/2025/01/ceci...

Anthony Fauci dared to commit the one mortal sin for which there can never be any forgiveness: he stood in the face of their bloviating, belligerent spray-tanned savior—and he spoke truth that could actually save lives. That is why they despise him. johnpavlovitz.com/2021/10/25/t...

If you decide to ditch the Post and are looking for independent, pro-democracy news, information and analysis, give Democracy Docket a try. www.democracydocket.com/me-subscribe...

"Sexual health is one of the greatest unmet needs" -- Many doctors don't discuss sex after #cancer. But survivors wish they would, by Yuki Noguchi www.npr.org/2025/01/19/n... via @npr.org #SexualHealth #fertility #menopause

Tossing aside the threat of long COVID is hard to imagine for Yale University immunologist Akiko Iwasaki. "I just can’t afford to get sick and become chronically ill. I feel that we really are in a position to be able to ... help millions of people." apnews.com/article/covi...

In today's episode of "Your Victorian Pharmacist is Trying to Kill You"👇 Heroin was first synthesized in 1874. Bayer commercialized the drug & began mass producing it in 1898. The drug was promoted as a cough suppressant as well as a better and safer substitute for morphine and codeine. #histmed

Like others, I fear the threat of government retribution, political vengeance and an angry right-wing mob. But I know that giving into it will only strengthen Trump and undermine the future of our democracy. Trump wants us to be scared. He wants us to give up — gradually and then suddenly.

Listen up.

#Covid #LongCovid 2020. Severe #POTS #brainfog #fatigue #PEM. 2024 fatigue & crashes remained. #ExternalVagusNerveStimulation x 30 days. 1 episode fatigue. Stay tuned. @robertgroysmanmd.bsky.social covidinstitute.org/vagus-nerve-... #nevergiveup #chronicillness #selfhealing #nursesky #medsky

“It is, and has always been, in the best interest of those who believe in freedom and democratic accountability to follow Black women’s political lead. History has proven this, time and time again.” thetriibe.com/2024/12/the-...

here's a thorough discussion by @drjengunter.bsky.social on this topic. vajenda.substack.com/p/why-i-got-...

It must be so fun being a naturopath because you just make it all up as you go and people pay you for it

#shingles #healthcare #vaccineswork #nursesky #medsky #menopause @drjengunter.bsky.social

#menopause #womenshealth #perimenopause #couragetochange #nursehealthcoach

#longcovid #chronicillness #hope #nursesky #medsky

#selfcompassion #mentalhealth

10 state ANA affiliates bucked the American Nurses Association (ANA) with a strong statement in opposition of all HHS nominees and future nominees who refuse to accept evidence based practices and follow research and guidelines set by the FDA, CDC, and NIH. @aphapublichealth.bsky.social

A CLINICAL TRIAL OF REPURPOSED HIV ANTIVIRALS IN LONGCOVID #longcovid @putrinolab.bsky.social #longhauler #longcovidtheanswers @longcovidanswers.bsky.social

What is Post Acute Infection Syndrome? Professor David Putrino explains! Visit Longcovidtheanswers.com for credible Long COVID information. #longcovid @putrinolab.bsky.social #longhauler #longcovidtheanswers youtube.com/shorts/XwRDl...

Viruses use your mitochondria to replicate and survive. To learn more credible long COVID education, head to longcovidtheanswers.com #longcovid #longhauler #amyproal @polybiorf.bsky.social www.youtube.com/shorts/epNZj...

Does having Long COVID mean you have a persistent virus in your body? Professor David Putrino points to evidence to prove it does! youtube.com/shorts/L63EB... @putrinolab.bsky.social #longcovid #longhauler #longcovidtheanswers

Polybio is supporting several trials of potential #LongCovid treatments. Working with @putrinolab.bsky.social at the Sinai CoRE clinic, Polybio President Dr. Amy Proal is spearheading an investigation of repurposed HIV antivirals Truvada & Maraviroc for treatment of LC, targeting viral reservoirs.

#LongCovid #chronicillness #menopause #nursesky #medsky #nursehealthcoach

Oregon in 2025:

Yep, #VaccinesWork Peter Hotez: "Covid mortality rates. No surprises: Well-vaccinated Northern European nations, Canada, Northern U.S. had lowest mortality; less vaccinated Southern U.S. fared worse; poorly vaccinated regions Africa, Russia the worst." See www.healthdata.org/research-ana...

Also, courage is contagious. I continue to stand against American fascism in the hope that others will take heart, too.

How do we forgive someone who’s hurt us so badly as a narcissist? #mentalhealth #selfcare #nursesofbluesky

12/19/24, TEDx Talks: 'Long Covid’s Invisible Toll on Public Health with David Putrino' 'In this eye-opening TEDx Santa Barbara Salon talk, Dr. David Putrino, a renowned expert...explores the pervasive and underestimated crisis of long COVID' www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XWH...