Jeff Luther

Commentary: I'm losing my job because Planned Parenthood was 'defunded' by Trump administration A family doctor who is losing her job writes that vital primary care and behavioral health services for low-income individuals are being eliminated by the Trump administration.

Powerful words from my friend and colleague, @drsconnolly.bsky.social

"Il est coriace !" : cet homme de 77 ans a survécu trois jours au fond d’un ravin après une chute de 40 mètres à vélo Un homme de 77 ans a été retrouvé sain et sauf mardi après avoir passé trois jours dans un profond ravin dans les Cévennes dans le département de la Lozère. Il avait chuté de 40 mètres en rentrant à v...

"...and in the "French story of the year" category..."

77 year-old cyclist who fell 40m into a ravine survived in the cold and the rain for three days by drinking "several bottles" of the wine he was bringing home from the market.

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Medicare for All would save $450B a year.

Every dollar spent on food stamps generates $1.50-$1.80 in economic activity.

Each dollar going to low-wage workers adds $1.20 to the economy overall.

It’s not about what this country can or can’t afford.

It’s about priorities.

“I’m tired of being lectured on fire safety by arsonists.”
Shawn Martin, CEO, @aafp.org

Great start to @cafpfamilydocs.bsky.social #POP2025 learning about best practices for promoting TechQuity in healthcare.

Here's a Map of What Trump-GOP Destruction of US Hospitals Looks Like | Common Dreams Protect Our Care's Hospital Crisis Watch tracks hospitals at risk of closure due to Medicaid cuts in GOP budget, highlig

Thanks to the Medicaid cuts in Trump's Big Ugly Bill, hospitals across America are facing severe cuts and closure — all so the ultra-wealthy can get even richer.

This is what class warfare looks like. https://www.commondreams.org/news/hospital-closures-gop-medicaid

As we say in epidemiology, bugs have ears.

“A weakened ACA has consequences that reach further than just those Americans who lose their coverage. …privatized insurers are given more power to control the healthcare industry, leading to the remaining healthcare insurance options likely to increase in cost.”

YouTube video by You Can Know Things A look back at the polio vaccine

The first in a series of short videos offering background on vaccine-preventable diseases and perspective on why #vaccineswork. Please share at will.

I have an analogous experience with young women who are ‘8-figure investment managers’ or motivational coaches. 🤨