Tag Archives: Government
Reply turned post, health care reform style
A Facebook friend posted a link to a news story about how insurance companies still say they will fight to deny coverage of preexisting conditions. I replied that I am sickened (no pun intended) by the people throwing bricks through … Continue reading
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Amnesty International takes on maternal mortality in the U.S.
Amnesty International just released a report on maternal mortality (and near misses) in the United States, treating it like a human rights issue. It’s often asserted, including in this report, that infant and maternity mortality are key indicators in the … Continue reading
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I write letters, White House Style
I wrote a letter to the president: Health care reform can still pass, and the Democratic image can be regained after this Massachusetts election fiasco. I would consider scrapping what you have, and throw a curve ball to take over … Continue reading
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Synopsis
I have been really busy lately and overwhelmed with various issues in my real, meat world life. So, although I don’t have the emotional energy or time to write a full post, I just wanted to say a few things. … Continue reading
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Call to action on breastfeeding
The HHS has a call to action on breastfeeding that is currently open for comments. (h/t to Our Bodies, Our Blog.) I commented on Maternal and Infant Care Practices: Prenatal, Hospital, and Post-Delivery Care, and Paid Maternity Leave so far, … Continue reading
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Vaccinations – dipping my toes in the waters
I have wanted to talk about vaccinations for a while, but I have been afraid to broach the subject. I am definitely at a clash between two cultures when it comes to vaccinations. I know how ugly the language can … Continue reading
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If I was in charge of the FDA…
I may not teach at Harvard Medical School like the author of this interesting op-ed in the Boston Globe, but I also have some opinions on what the new FDA should do. I am right with the people who have … Continue reading
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