Rates of diabetes are increasing globally. Surgery may offer some insights into what causes the disease, and seems to offer a ‘cure’ for some patients, but is not a viable global solution. Video posted by the Economist to YouTube on 6 Jun 2018.
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Understanding the High Cost of Medications and Pharmaceutical Drugs and What We Can Do About It
In this video, Robert Reich explains why prescription drug prices are so high in the United States, and how we can make them more affordable.
“New Amsterdam” – New NBC Television Series Addresses Healthcare Crisis
On 13 May 2018, NBC released the trailer for the new television series New Amsterdam scheduled to air Tuesday nights starting Fall 2018. Synopsis Inspired by Bellevue, the oldest public hospital in America, this unique medical drama follows the brilliant and charming Dr. Max Goodwin, the institution’s newest medical director, who sets out to tear… Continue reading “New Amsterdam” – New NBC Television Series Addresses Healthcare Crisis
Marilyn Farms of Kalona Iowa
UPDATE: 21 Sep 2023 It seems that Marilyn Farms is no longer operating, at least not as a public presence. This page was originally created as part of a broader effort to promote awareness of local Iowa farming. The original page content is below. The website for the farm no longer exists, but you can… Continue reading Marilyn Farms of Kalona Iowa
The Many Benefits of Music to Your Health, Mood, Energy Level, and More
The videos below describe the many benefits of music. Here is what music does to your body How Music Affects Your Brain Music on the Brain: Jessica Grahn at TEDxWaterloo 2013 Emotional responses to music | Hauke Egermann | TEDxGhent How Music Affects Your Brain Top 10 Amazing Proven Health Benefits of Music The Health… Continue reading The Many Benefits of Music to Your Health, Mood, Energy Level, and More
7 Powerful Wellness Videos on Weight Loss and Insulin Resistance
Introduction Below you will find seven very powerful presentations about weight loss and wellness, with some discussing the role of insulin resistance and the endocrine system. You can download these presentations (and some others) as audio files on Box or Dropbox. They are most effective when heard repeatedly, and implemented slowly over time in your… Continue reading 7 Powerful Wellness Videos on Weight Loss and Insulin Resistance
Apple Watch Missing From Consumer Reports Fitness Tracker Study
Consumer Reports reviewed over 20 fitness trackers in their August 2017 magazine. [view] Surprisingly, the Apple Watch is not included in their comparison chart. It’s only given an honorable mention under a heading “Is a Smartphone or Smartwatch a Good Enough Tracker?” In fact, were the Apple Watch included in the comparison, based on the… Continue reading Apple Watch Missing From Consumer Reports Fitness Tracker Study
The Apple Watch and other Activity Trackers
20 Years Without a Watch Until recently, it had been about 20 years since I’d worn a watch. Back in the 1990s, my classic Casio analog watch cost under $20 and served me well for many years. In part, my desire to stop wearing a watch was a result of not wanting to be so focused… Continue reading The Apple Watch and other Activity Trackers
HEALTH – Avoiding Tumors Caused by Excessive Cell Phone Usage RF Emissions
Summary In a 2017 safety test commissioned by CBC News Canada, it was discovered that normal cell phone use results in dangerous tumor causing radiation exposure that exceeds the safety guidelines. When mobile phones are placed in a pocket, essentially against the body, radiation emissions were 300% to 400% greater than if phones are 1/4″ (5 mm)… Continue reading HEALTH – Avoiding Tumors Caused by Excessive Cell Phone Usage RF Emissions
Orange Fog Tea Latte with Constant Comment (London Fog Alternative)
Summary London Fog is a tea latte usually made with Earl Grey tea and two pumps of vanilla syrup, with steamed milk added (perhaps equal to 1/3 of the tea mug). It’s a sweet and delicious drink with the milk foam being almost like whip cream. Starbucks describes their version of the drink as: “Bright, citrusy spark… Continue reading Orange Fog Tea Latte with Constant Comment (London Fog Alternative)
Catoctin Colorfest Color Run is 8-9 October 2016
Colorfest takes place in over 40 countries and more than 200 cities. According to a story in the Frederick News Post, “Colorfest expected to attract tens of thousands to Thurmont.” Here is an excerpt from the story: Catoctin Colorfest is free and open to the public, running from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.… Continue reading Catoctin Colorfest Color Run is 8-9 October 2016
Cigna Creates Humorous “TV Doctors of America” Campaign
Campaign Launch TV Doctors of America is a new wellness campaign from Cigna launched in September 2016. The campaign ads feature Alan Alda, Patrick Dempsey, Lisa Edelstein, Donald Faison, and Noah Wyle. Below are the six videos that are currently part of the campaign. The description for the launch video is as follows: “They’ve saved lives on… Continue reading Cigna Creates Humorous “TV Doctors of America” Campaign