Monday, July 24, 2017

@18:30, 7/24/17

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1
Your Money

From Massages to ‘Pawicures,’ These Resorts Have It All for Pets

Some people who take luxury vacations feel the need to give equal treatment to their dogs and cats, who now have resorts of their own.

I will take what I can get.

2
Well

The Subtle Signs of a Thyroid Disorder

Routine blood tests may fail to detect insufficient thyroid hormone, leaving patients without an accurate explanation for their symptoms.

I doubt it applies to you.
Getting diagnosed would not hurt.

3
Crosswords & Games

Pouring One’s Heart Out

Zhouqin Burnikel returns with a tricky Saturday puzzle.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0056937/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cleopatra

A consummate Greek politician.
The Ptolemies were not stupid.

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Health

England’s Mental Health Experiment: Free Talk Therapy

The two creators of the program concluded that providing therapy, creating a system of primary care for mental health, made economic sense.

The national health is doing what it should.

5
U.S.

When Health Law Isn’t Enough, the Desperate Line Up at Tents

The Remote Area Medical Expedition drew more than 2,000 people when it set up its free clinic at a county fairground in Appalachia.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moral_hazard

Understanding the problem will not in itself solve the problem.

The informed vote  is necessary.
The better is far from perfect.
It is also far from nothing.

6
Well

Certain Antibiotics May Increase Risk of Birth Defects

Ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin and other drugs like them should be avoided in pregnancy, a study found.

Balancing risk and benefit is still an art.
I would consult an expert, probably two.
They should consult with the pregnant woman.
Her health is her responsibility and her risk.
The monetary cost of her medication should not be a concern.

7
Fashion & Style

Summer Vacation Packing: The Beauty Edition

We asked a bevy of beauty influencers and celebrities to curate three summer travel bags.

You will pack what pleases you.   Others can advise.
I will simply appreciate.  I will try not to criticize.
My ignorance is profound.

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Magazine

Hot-Weather Comfort Food

Cold pork noodles dressed in vinegar, from the East Village by way of Yunnan.

I am still learning.
Have patience while I get it right.
https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1018852-rice-noodles-with-spicy-pork-and-herbs

9
Opinion

Is the News Media an ‘Existential’ Threat?

Dennis Prager, a thoughtful conservative, seems to think so.

The media are never more than a maddening itch.

Remember to stop scratching.

10
Opinion

G.O.P. Support for Trump Is Starting to Crack

Members of Congress are defending him much less than is typical for a new president, and his level of popular support is declining.

Listen, read and help the public remember.

Distraction is destruction.


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