Abominable Snow Doc

Dumb rich assholes.

New addition to the bookshelf (hi randy)

Like, all of them (us).

Paediatricians’ blood used to make new treatments for RSV and colds Antibodies harvested from the blood of paediatricians are up to 25 times better at protecting against the common respiratory infection RSV than existing antibody therapies, and are now being developed as preventative treatments

Antibodies harvested from the blood of paediatricians are up to 25 times better at protecting against the common respiratory infection RSV than existing antibody therapies, and are now being developed as preventative treatments

“We’re seeing a big boom in private menopause clinics… sometimes that is appropriate. But at the same time, it’s a huge opportunity for wellness grift.” — @docmcohen.medsky.social to @namshine.bsky.social on an upcoming (MIS)Treated podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/m...

My latest, a collaboration between @propublica.org + @nytimes.com, is on the cover of today's New York Times Magazine.

The gift link leads you to the excellent audio version of the story by Julia Whalen:

www.nytimes.com/2026/02/22/m...

Only one in four Americans approves of the U.S. strikes that killed Iran’s leader on Saturday, while about half believe President Donald Trump is too willing to use military force, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll that concluded on Sunday.

www.reuters.com/world/us/jus...

Canada supports U.S. actions in destroying Iran's nuclear program, Carney says | CBC News As U.S. President Donald Trump charges ahead with a major attack on Iran, Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada supports at least one component of the American mission: destroying Iran's nuclear prog...

*Mark Carney* supports Trump's illegal and immoral war. Canada does not.

www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

Baby gets measles at 7 months of age. Survives but measles isn't done with him. When he is 7 years old, he gets Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis, which is fatal
Stage I – Behavioral/cognitive change
Stage II – Motor dysfunction
Stage III – Severe deterioration
Stage IV – Vegetative state ➡️ death

World must paws in these circumstances.

Super interesting.

I do TAPs all the time for any open abdominal procedure.

Clinically, I think there’s a benefit. Strange (to me) they found none.

I do like that they thought about maybe saline has an effect. 🧐

FUCK ICE chant after the moment of silence for Renee Good and Alex Perretti. #mnufc

Netanyahu Calls Iran Strikes Necessary To Prevent War He Just Started

I do not like this gen AI
I do not like what it implies
I do not want it in my art
I do not think it makes you smart
I do not want it in my games
I do not like its goals and aims
I do not want it in my books
I do not like the way it looks
I do not like it, I don't care
I do not want it anywhere

‘Unbelievably dangerous’: experts sound alarm after ChatGPT Health fails to recognise medical emergencies Study finds ChatGPT Health did not recommend a hospital visit when medically necessary in more than half of cases

Study finds ChatGPT Health did not recommend a hospital visit when medically necessary in more than half of cases. www.theguardian.com/technology/2...

this is extremely dangerous.

New Canadian trade deal with India only allows for 1 assassination per year OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have reportedly outlined a first draft of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, which includes a sub-clause limi...

New Canadian trade deal with India only allows for 1 assassination per year

a man with a beard is standing next to a woman with the words `` there can be only one '' . ALT: a man with a beard is standing next to a woman with the words `` there can be only one '' .

There should have been only one! (No sequels!)

Post a pic you took, no context, to bring some zen to the feed.

I don't want to read a book written by AI.
I don't want to read a book half written by AI.
I don't want to read a book narrated by AI.
I don't want to read a book with an AI cover.
I don't want to read a book written by somebody who supports AI.

Poilievre: "Conservatives are the party of Sir John A. Macdonald.
The party that created Confederation.
The party of Canada."

Nope. The Conservative Party of Canada was created in 2003. Trying to claim to be the party of Confederation is stolen valour.

Why would you ever use an AI, just ask me questions and I'll happily give you incorrect information and drink a bottle of water

a lonely Matt Goodwin texting on his phone

‘hi, grandma? can u come pick me up from my rap battle? it's over. no, i lost. he saw u drop me off & did a pretty devastating rhyme about it’

Say goodbye to budget PCs and smartphones – memory is too expensive now Analyst warns soaring DRAM and NAND costs could push entry-level devices out of reach Ballooning memory prices are forecast to kill off entry-level PCs, leading to a decline in global shipments this year - and a similar effect is going to hit smartphones.…

ICYMI: Say goodbye to budget PCs and smartphones – memory is too expensive now

Timeline cleanse Central Park coyotes howling along to sirens

COVID-19 vaccination status during pregnancy and preeclampsia risk: the pandemic-era cohort of the INTERCOVID consortium COVID-19 vaccination with a booster reduces the odds of PE by 30% approaching 60% reduction among women with pre-existing morbidities.

COVID-19 vaccination status during pregnancy and preeclampsia risk: the pandemic-era cohort of the INTERCOVID consortium

“COVID-19 vaccination with a booster reduces the odds of PE by 30% approaching 60% reduction among women with pre-existing morbidities.”

Today is a good day to follow and support publications that aren't owned and controlled by billionaires:

go.bsky.app/2Fq4P6e

Minimum wage across Canada [Bar graph comparing minimum wages] Source: Canada.ca, Minimum Wage Database, Current and Forthcoming General Minimum Wage Rates in Canada, 2026

On June 1, 2026, minimum wage in BC will go up to $18.25 an hour. BC’s minimum wage was once one of the lowest in the country and is now one of the highest.

These regular, gradual increases provide certainty for workers and predictability for businesses.

gov.bc.ca/MinimumWage

I recently saw a dentist, who told me I would qualify for the new Canadian dental plan and a replacement crown would be mostly covered in six weeks. I don't miss wondering if I will have access to vaccines, healthcare costs, fluctuating tariff rates, or issues with my immigration status.

Utility workers.

Utility workers.

We’re proud of the strong relationship we share with Canada — built on partnership, trust and always having each other’s backs.
 
Right now, Canadian utility crews are helping restore power on Cape Cod. Grateful for their hard work 🇨🇦🇺🇸