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INNOVATIONS TRANSFORMING CANCER TREATMENT: A LOOK AT CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGIES

In the realm of cancer research, what once seemed like science fiction is now a tangible reality, all thanks to a myriad of technological advancements. These innovations are not just changing the way we perceive cancer treatment but are actively accelerating progress against this formidable disease. In this given blog Dr Ashish Gupta will help you understand some groundbreaking technologies that are reshaping the landscape of cancer care and ushering in a new era of hope and possibility.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Imagine having a digital twin- a virtual representation of yourself – crafted through sophisticated AI algorithms to help physicians tailor treatment plans with unparalleled precision. This futuristic concept is now within reach, thanks to the remarkable capabilities of artificial intelligence. By sifting through vast troves of data, AI can pinpoint patterns, aiding in cancer diagnosis, drug development, and personalized medicine. As per Dr Ashish Gupta, USA trained, American board-certified medical oncologist, Chief of Medical Oncology, Unique Hospital Cancer Centre, Dwarka India, whether it’s analyzing imaging data or predicting treatment outcomes, AI is poised to revolutionize every facet of cancer care, promising transformative advancements on the horizon.

Telehealth

In an age where connectivity reigns supreme, telehealth emerges as a beacon of hope, seamlessly bridging the gap between patients and cancer care providers. Especially crucial in the midst of a pandemic, telehealth has become instrumental in delivering cancer treatment and running clinical trials remotely. From remote health monitoring to video consultations, telehealth not only enhances accessibility but also ensures safety and convenience for patients and providers alike. However, the journey towards equitable telehealth access poses its own set of challenges, underscoring the ongoing need for research and innovation in this domain.

Cryo-Electron Microscopy (Cryo-EM)

Peer through the lens of cryo-electron microscopy, and you’ll behold a world of molecular intricacies previously unseen. With unprecedented resolution, Cryo-EM enables researchers to delve into the inner workings of molecules, unraveling the mysteries of cancer cell behavior and therapeutic interactions. Recent breakthroughs, such as visualizing drug interactions at the molecular level, exemplify the transformative potential of Cryo-EM in shaping future cancer treatments. As access to this cutting-edge technology expands, so too does our understanding of cancer biology, paving the way for targeted interventions and personalized therapies.

Infinium Assay

The secrets encoded within our genes, the Infinium Assay emerges as a powerful tool in deciphering the genetic underpinnings of cancer. By scrutinizing millions of genetic variations, this innovative assay sheds light on cancer risk, progression, and development. Initially met with skepticism, its journey from conception to widespread adoption showcases the tangible impact of taxpayer-funded innovation. From cancer research to population-wide genomic studies, the Infinium Assay holds immense promise in unraveling the genetic tapestry of cancer and beyond.

Robotic Surgery

Enter the realm of robotic surgery, where precision meets innovation to redefine the surgical landscape. With robotic arms wielding scalpel-like precision, complex cancer surgeries become minimally invasive affairs, offering patients faster recovery times and reduced postoperative discomfort. Beyond the allure of futuristic technology, robotic surgery epitomizes the marriage of precision and compassion, offering renewed hope to cancer patients worldwide.

Conclusion

As we stand at the precipice of a new era in cancer treatment, fueled by cutting-edge technologies, the future holds boundless promise and potential. From AI-driven personalized medicine to the precision of robotic surgery, each innovation represents a stepping stone towards a world where cancer is not just treatable but conquerable. By embracing and harnessing these transformative technologies, we embark on a journey towards a brighter, healthier tomorrow- one where cancer is no longer a formidable adversary but a conquerable challenge. If you are searching best cancer treatment, contact Dr Ashish Gupta, USA trained, American board-certified medical oncologist

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Empowering Hope: Exploring the Expertise of Dr. Ashish Gupta, Leading Medical Oncologist at Unique Cancer Centre in Delhi

In the heart of Delhi, where the battle against cancer unfolds daily, the role of a skilled medical oncologist and a cutting-edge cancer center cannot be overstated. This article delves into the realm of cancer care, spotlighting the exceptional contributions of Dr. Ashish Gupta and the renowned Unique Cancer Centre. Join us as we navigate the landscape of medical oncologist in delhi and explore how Dr. Gupta's expertise, combined with the advanced facilities at the Unique Cancer Centre, are infusing hope into the lives of patients and families alike.

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Jupiter and where you will meet your future spouse

Jupiter signifies husband in a woman's chart.

This is not certain as we have to consider other aspects too.

For entertainment purposes only

Jupiter in Aries/1st house : They may be similar to you in some sense, may have the same upbringing. They may be atheletic, go gotter and active. They may come up to you, you may bump into them or you may meet them when you will be standing up for yourself and doing something for yourself. You can also meet them at a sports event, competitive events etc.

Jupiter in Taurus/ 2nd house : They can be highly stable and very calm and mature. They will be the shoulder you can lean on anytime. You guys can meet them in a restraunt, a really luxurious place or art galary. You can also meet them a financial institution like bank or something related to finance, art or culture.

Jupiter in Gemini/3rd house : They can be very chatty and intelligent. You can meet them through your siblings/friends or while on short trips. They can have a close relationship with their siblings. You can meet them when you will be engaged in activities such as public speaking, writng, local communities,coffee shop etc. They can also be your neighbour.

Jupiter in Cancer/ 4th house : One thing with this placement is that they will be like a parent to you. very caring and family oriented. You guys can meet them through maternal figure, either your mother or their mother. You can also meet them in a home enviroment. They can also be a homebody.

Jupiter in Leo/5th house : They can be popular and attract a lot of attention. You can meet them through a celebration like a birthday party, wedding ceremony etc. You can also meet them in movie theater, concert, an event. You will most likely meet them in summertime or in daylight. They can be extroverted and they seem to have nice hair.

Jupiter in Virgo/6th house : They can be health consious or they take good care of themselves and the way they look. They will be helpful and will offer to help in evertything they can. You can meet them through work, in school, in gym or even in hospital. Acts of service can be their love language.

Jupiter in libra/7th house : They can be highly social and can have a bigger social circle. They can be a businessman, salesman or might be woking in marketing. There will be equal give and take in the relationship. You can also meet them in councelling sessions, collaborative events, art exibitions etc. You can also meet them through mutual friends.

Jupiter in Scorpio/8th house : You will meet them when you will be going through an intense transformation. You may also be going through some kind of loss. You can also meet them through reseach and investigation work. spiritual place, occult, nightclub, money and inheritance related matters etc. You can also meet them while getting therapy.

Jupiter in Sagittarius/9th house : You can meet them in collage, educational institute, spiritual place or when you will be getting higher education. They will be highly educated and will act as a teacher or they will be teaching you a lot of things. You can also meet them in foreign lands or in long distance travel. They can be a teacher, professor, guide etc.

Jupiter in Capricorn/10th house : Okay so this placement can signify a arranged marriage or marriage of convinienve. You can meet them in an arranged setting. You can meet them through your father or they can be your boss. This placement also signifies an marriage that is considered ideal. In most cases the couple can work together or have a business together.

Jupiter in Aquarius/11th house : You can meet them through dating apps, social media, social event, charity event. You can also meet them through someone like an old friend. They can also be your best friend. Most people with this placement can get an unconvemtional spouse. They can have really unique personality or can be a rebel. You can meet them after 30.

Jupiter in Pisces/12th house : You can meet them in faraway lands. However this placement can create some kind of illusion, you may put them on a pedestal or you will meet a lot of people who you think are your fs. They can be into music or can be a musician. You may also get dreams about them. You can also meet them at a spritual place.

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💕Life Events🌊

💕4th house represents how u live and your comfort & how you are used to living - Taurus in 4th house - means you are used to comfort, money, luxury and material things. Which means that you like a home that is luxurious, in which you feel safe and warm. It would be difficult for you to live with someone who would not give you comfort. You like to take time for the things you like and you really don't like it when people chase you or give you the feeling that you are limited by time. Especially if your moon is in Cancer, it's hard for you to be with someone who doesn't have that nature.

Aries in 4th house - you are most used to your home being fiery, warlike and often able to do things for yourself. U are very independet and maybe you will find your home faster. Aquarius in 4th house- u may always feel like outsider in your family. But at the same time you will feel that you want to live a very unique life. And you will feel comfortable only in an environment that will be very different from normal.

🌊Water moons are often nostalgic. Which means that in some way they will always be looking for something that reminds them of the past and memories. Many times they can live for memories and people in their memories.

🏝️Geminis & libras will always be subject to society. And sometimes it will be difficult for them to go outside of it. Especially libra , it is difficult for you to be something other than what society expects of you. Because you want to impress others and you want them to be happy. Both signs are strongly associated with relationships and communication.

✨Aquarius are the only sign that knows how to be something that others don't dare to be. They like to go outside their comfort zone and like to be different from the others, not many times they do something that is the opposite of what society does.

❤️‍🔥Sagittarius can easily talk about illegal things - it's not a taboo topic for them. They like discussions that are more dangerous or not so loud. They themselves are also very open to the world and other cultures and can quickly adapt to other surroundings. People with a lot of Sagittarius live a hectic life with lots of adventure and exploration. They usually move at least once, if not several times.

💛The situation of the Sun in the birthchart often relates to the individual’s experience of the father—not necessarily the actual father, but all the people who played that role. Often the mother will actually play the father role, in which case it is that relationship which will be symbolized by the Sun.

🍸The 6th house denotes sickness, your body , your relationship with the body, how you take care of your body. The 8th house surgery, death, needles, blood. The 12th house hospitalization, isolation from people, prison.

🦋Scoprio North Node- have the ability to "tune in" to the hidden thoughts of others. When they stand near someone, if they open up to receive that person's energy they will know his or her character and motives. They want to "fix" the other person—their way. They have many ideas about how to alleviate the other's pain and better the situation. These folks know how to create success. However, if they get a bad feeling or begin to lose energy, it's a warning. It’s important for these folks to pay attention to people's motives. They project that others operate from the same values and are always being honest. But when they take the time to study people's motives, they can tell what people pretend to be and what they really are.

🎸Fire is an emotional element, but it tends toward the more active and dynamic emotions—anger, joy, ebullience, and enthusiasm. It has a harder time dealing with sadness, depression, or the kind of feeling that comes from quiet contemplation of one’s surroundings. Fire people do not like to show sadness or grief: their typical response is to make fun of their own unhappiness. 

🪐Symbol earth, signifies limits to our freedom (in which regard the element earth is related to the planet Saturn). We cannot do whatever we wish or go wherever we want because we are constrained by our own materiality and the materiality of the world around us. Earth is passive: it needs to be acted on and formed by an external energy. Virgo and Capricorn especially are inclined to sacrifice emotional needs when these come into conflict with their view of reality. 

☁️Air is associated with thinking and logic, and as such it is less personal than fire.In this way air is similar to earth: both are primarily concerned with a reality external to the self. Fire and water are more concerned with personal, inward kinds of truth. Although air is very social, it is sometimes unable to handle real intimacy well. Libra is the only air sign in which the drive for close, personal relationships is strong, but even here there is a detached, non-intimate quality often obscured by the cleverness of the sign at being winning in social encounters.

🌙Water is the most yin of the four elements. And it is in some ways the most difficult to understand. The water people are poor at communication or unwilling to communicate. Because water represents non-linear, non-rational, non-discriminative modes of thought—the very antithesis of air. Water is the best at feeling relationships and the ways every thing interacts with every other thing. Often the best way for water to communicate is by means of art, especially poetry and music. Water people therefore have to live in a relatively clean psychic environment. If they are surrounded by disturbed people, water types will pick up the disturbance as if the energies originated within themselves. In this way, a water person can be made to feel physically and/or psychologically ill even when actually very well. More than any other element water is associated with the soul—the eternal, unchanging background that exists forever, against which the drama of individual life is played.

🌱Mercury creates smells, sounds, tastes, textures, and the like. In this way we are quite literally the creators of our own experience. All our knowing, experiencing, sensing, believing, or disbelieving is done through signs which represent actual facts, experiences, or entities in our minds.

🥊In a healthy body, Mars represents the vigor and vitality of movement, and especially the muscles. But it can also manifest as irritations, inflammations, infections, and fevers. Mars can be one of the principal significators of operations and accidents.

🫧Mars and Saturn rules over tattoos, needles, blood everything related to that. People who have dominant Mars sign or a lot of Mars energy/ aries energy or people who have Capricorn placements or Saturn energy are usually more more prone to have tattoos or piercings.

🎱The difference between Capricorn and Virgo is the Capricorn rules over success, image, public speaking everything that is related to public, but it's not related to appearance and how you look. Capricorns don't care how they look, but how their energy comes forward. Virgo on the other side rules over physical body so they are more prone to worry about how they look and how their clothes look like.

☂️Jupiter has also been associated with medicine and healing, the reintegration of the body after illness or prevention of bodily disintegration.

💍Juno is associated with marriage and partnership between the sexes. I find that, especially in women’s charts, it often indicates an ambivalence about whether to be associated with someone or to be free. In a man’s chart, it often describes the kind of marital partner he will choose.

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Astro observations🌺

FYI I’m not a real astrologer, just my observations :) TW🔞

The cancer moon men I know are pretty chill and laid back + funny, but the women are so bitchy and moody😭 with a big sweet tooth

Every twin I know either has Gemini or Pisces placements

You ever meet someone and their neck just stands out for some reason added points if they smell good, most likely they’re a Taurus rising/ mars. Good example is Megan thee stallion her neck is so cute to me hehe

Aries in the chart can show you the things you were introduced to at a very young age, the early memories that you think of and say ‘That was wild lol’

3rd: could’ve started learning way before you started school(like flash cards and things) siblings and cousins, music, having access to electronics early

4th: erratic home life, the woman around you could be go getters

6th: could’ve got a lot of injuries when younger, probably couldn’t have a peaceful day even if you tried, bad experiences with animals

7th: domestic abuse, might have seen people having affairs, lots of disagreements between couples

12th:paranormal events, you could’ve had a lot of deja vu moments without even knowing, tend to have strong spiritual gifts,people having ill intentions towards you

Aquarius moon or degree/ moon in the 11th tend to have a “second mom” a person that treats them like their one of their own children, sometimes even better than their own mother does. 🌚

The people with mars in the first house I know have so many battle scars on their body

Moon/cancer in 3rd love changing their voices, and they have a bad habit of not telling the whole truth / white lies

Water sign on the descendent- people are always wondering what you’re up to, no matter how much you show them they’ll still wanna know what you’re hiding

Your first house correlates to how you came into this world, I have Chiron (ruled by Virgo) in my 12 conjunct my ascendant, uhm she said she almost d*ed having me😀 and I was a C-section baby. And the hospital did her so dirty(you know much they hate black women) they didn’t even stitch her back up correctly or drain her fluids and to this day she still has problems. The also gave her extra dosages of drugs just cause she’s a plus size woman- honestly I could go on and on but it really correlates with my cap rising and Neptune/Uranus in 1st

Mercury ☌ Sun, these people voices are just💋💋 they sound so sensual and unique ugh hard to explain it but 🥴 ex. Jungkook , Tupac

Gemini/ Libra in 2nd love collecting things like figurines makeup clothes candles plushies, could easily be a borderline hoarder tho

Ives noticed that sun in 10th have a strained relationship with their father, but their later years in life their relationship gets better, or not could really go either way, also could have money issues in their early years but ends up climbing the corporate ladder. It may take you a while to tho but just know it’ll be worth it in the end :) also they always stand out at their work place in some way, the coworker that you’re glad to see clock in at rush hour cause you know they gonna handle shit

Venus- mercury positive aspects love giving out nicknames to their favorite people 🥺if they’re always calling you cute names just know they really care about you lol

Sag moons and degrees have no chill😀 like calm down bae sag anything tbh🚬

9th house ruler in the 11th could go to the same college with their old friends or could become very popular in the area they’re in, I think they’d make good bloggers

Air signs or degrees in 5th are trend setters.

Aquarius you inspire people, they could take things and make it into their own like art

With gemini here people will “copy & paste” ur looks. But no matter what it just looks like a knockoff version of what you did lmao it just never look as good as yours

Libra here people are very opinionated on how you express yourself either in a good way or bad, neither less you guys get a lot of compliments on your style

Every time I see a Capricorn rising with Neptune in the 1st it’s like their skin is see through and fragile😯makes sense tho since caps rule the skin and Neptune fogs things up. A good example is Ariana Grande her skin looks so delicate

Pluto/Scorpio in the 11th/11th house ruler in 8th, your friends could hate each other🤺 also they could have a rough life/childhood, trauma bonding or just experiencing traumatic events together is common here

Chiron in Aries (honestly any Aries placements it just depends on where it is), most people didn’t pay attention to them in their childhood in some way so they learned to be independent because of their lack of support cardinal things fr

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please please please make more solar return observations🙏🙏🙏

You ask... i deliver~😋

👾Solar return observations👾

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Stellium in the 12th house- could either mean one of the following things: getting frequently sick, being hospitalised, mental health disorders, accidents or being weak, low energy levels.😴 (I have 6 planets of mine this year and i just came back from the hospital after getting treated for food poisoning 😷)

Sun, Mercury, nodes or chiron in the 12th- you may hear alot of not-so-good news about people close to you or your parents, your friends or your parents friends'. Like someone died suddenly, someone getting diagnosed with cancer, a robbery, etc. 🤒😔

Venus in the 12th- it doesn't necessarily mean that you'll have a heartbreak, although it completely depends on you, what stage of life are you in. Usually it manifests as having dreams about your celebrity crushes or real life crushes, your past lovers, or your fear about love. You could be running away from someone or something in your dreams. 🪱💭

Moon and mars conjunction in the 3rd- fights🤬 expect alot of fights with people around you. People will purposely or not, get on your nerves and it'll be hard for you to sit quietly. Anxious, restlessness, aggression, irritation, annoyed are the common feelings that come with this. 🤯🤖

Lilith in the 7th- your friends may try to take your partner away from you, kinda like snatching them from you. Maybe you'll discover that your friends or siblings had a crush on your partner for a long time🙄. If you're single, people would want to be with you. You may attract negative, jealous, manipulative people who wants to use you only. 😑

Mercury or north/south node in the 12th- you are likely to have paranormal experiences or hear voices. You could also be able to tell if a person is about to die just by touching their hands or anything. Depends on your spiritual level though. 👻🙀

Venus in the 6th indicates open enemies😄 and venus in the 12th indicates hidden😶‍🌫️. Open enemies are likely to harm you physically and hidden enemies, emotionally.

Moon in the 12th- could indicate that no matter how angry you were with someone or something or a situation, or if you were holding grudges against people, youre more likely to calm down and just accept. You'll be exhausted, you wouldn't gaf about what happened. 😪

Mercury in the 11th- lets say you changed schools/universities/jobs, people would approach you because you look so peculiar and unique to them. They surely wanna be your friends. This could also mean that you get selected in jobs/universities that are related to law, teacher, professions related to technology, social media, or crime investigation.😵‍💫

Jupiter in the 2nd- money incoming~~ youre likely to feel more grounded and contained. Your selft esteem, self confidence skyrockets. Feeling more happy than usual. Helping random people. You may also get alot of flowers. 😚

Now add saturn in the 2nd house with that, you'll have trouble saving/spending money. Getting anxious. Not trusting your judgement. Indecisive. Sleepless nights, insomnia. No appetite🥴. BUT... its not gonna last long, saturn is here to keep you humbled and stay detached to the material things or the things that you want but don't need.🥸

Wherever saturn is placed in your sr, make sure you don't hurt anyone or else saturn's gonna smack your ass in front of the people🙃. Let's say it's in your 5th, and you messed up pretty badly or hurted someone the previous year, saturn's gonna humiliate you in front of kids, your close friends or places related to the 5th house. May even embarrass you😇. Let's say you lied or deceived someone who loved you, and you have saturn in the 7th.............. you'll know then how it feels to get cheated on.😗

Vertex in the 5th- going to alot of parties, marriages, baby shower, birthdays, events, concerts, etc.🧜‍♀️🧚🏻‍♀️

Vertex in the 6th- getting sick. Stomach infection, intestinal infection, ear/eye infection. Strange but you could also wear glasses or lenses for the first time this year. 🤓🤧

Moon in the 10th- either you will let people know what had happened to you the previous year/recently or people will know from your face and body language that something went down the hill. It may also be a time where you would rethink everything that has happened to you and try to make sense of it.😔

Pisces/ gemini venus- could indicate two people are after you, they could be two best friends. Or people who change sides. 👀👎

Saturn+ moon, moon+ mars, mars+nodes, Saturn+mars, moon+ nodes in the 2nd- any of these conjunctions or 3 of these planets in the 2nd, please please please try to control your mind!!! Try deep breathing when you feel scared. These placements can make someone feel unnecessary fears, feeling anxious for no reason, getting scared easily, overthinking not curiosity. Wanting to cry alot (cry if it makes you feel light because you have to let your emotions out in ANY WAY!!!!). Your mental health will get very badly messed up. You wouldn't want to be left alone. Scared of darkness. Hallucinations. 🧠

Nodes square venus, venus square chiron, venus square uranus- breakup 💔

Saturn/lilith square ascendant- defamation😿

Venus conjunct uranus- sudden relationship 🐕

Moon square venus- breaking up because it wasn't fulfilling or finding out your partner cheated on you.🦂

Scorpio rising- people want to touch you or see you naked. They may also keep their pedophile tendencies hidden. 🕸🪰

Venus/Jupiter/neptune in the 11th- you may fall for one of your friends or your friend may fall for you. Could also be friend of a friend. 🌛🌜

Mars in the 10th- people may not approve of your new relationship, new job, new hairstyle, etc. Kinda sparks jealousy in them. 🌋

Moon+lilith conjunction in the 2nd- you may notice that people go silent when you start to speak. They hear very intently😌👂. Square could mean misinterpreted words or people purposely twisting your words to make you appear as the bad guy.😠💢👊

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That's it for now! Ill be back soon to answer your questions and engage with you. As of now I'll be recovering! Thanks for reading! :)

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The health industry’s invisible hand is a fist

On June 21, I'm doing an ONLINE READING for the LOCUS AWARDS at 16hPT. On June 22, I'll be in OAKLAND, CA for a panel and a keynote at the LOCUS AWARDS.

The US has the rich world's most expensive health care system, and that system delivers the worst health outcomes of any country in the rich world. Also, the US is unique in relying on market forces as the primary regulator of its health care system. All of these facts are related!

Capitalism's most dogmatic zealots have a mystical belief in the power of markets to "efficiently allocate" goods and services. For them, the process by which goods and services are offered and purchased performs a kind of vast, distributed computation that "discovers the price" of everything. Our decisions to accept or refuse prices are the data that feeds this distributed computer, and the signals these decisions send about our desires triggers investment decisions by sellers, which guides the whole system to "equilibrium" in which we are all better off.

There's some truth to this: when demand for something exceeds the supply, prices tend to go up. These higher prices tempt new sellers into the market, until demand is met and prices fall and production is stabilized at the level that meets demand.

But this elegant, self-regulating system rarely survives contact with reality. It's the kind of simplified model that works when we're hypothesizing about perfectly spherical cows of uniform density on a frictionless surface, but ceases to be useful when it encounters a messy world of imperfect rationality, imperfect information, monopolization, regulatory capture, and other unavoidable properties of reality.

For members of the "efficient market" cult, reality's stubborn refusal to behave the way it does in their thought experiments is a personal affront. Panged by cognitive dissonance, the cult members insist that any market failures in the real world are illusions caused by not doing capitalism hard enough. When deregulation and markets fail, the answer is always more deregulation and more markets.

That's the story of the American health industry in a nutshell. Rather than accepting that people won't shop for the best emergency room while unconscious in an ambulance, or that the "clearing price" of "not dying of cancer" is "infinity," the cult insists that America's worst-in-class, most expensive health system just needs more capitalism to turn it into a world leader.

In the 1980s, Reagan's court sorcerers decreed that they could fix health care with something called "Prospective Payment Systems," which would pay hospitals a lump sum for treating conditions, rather than reimbursing them for each procedure, using competition and profit motives to drive "efficiency." The hospital system responded by "upcoding' patients: if you showed up with a broken leg and a history of coronary disease, they would code you as a heart patient and someone who needed a cast. They'd collect both lump sums, slap a cast on you, and wheel you out the door:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4195137/

As Robert Kuttner writes for The American Prospect, this kind of abuse was predictable from the outset, especially since Health and Human Services is starved of budget for auditors and can only hand out "slaps on the wrist" when they catch a hospital ripping off the system:

https://prospect.org/economy/2024-06-13-fantasyland-general/

Upcoding isn't limited to Medicare fraud, either. Hospitals and insurers are locked in a death-battle over payments, and hospitals' favorite scam is sending everyone to the ER, even when they don't have emergencies (some hospitals literally lock all the doors except for the ER entrance). That way, a normal, uncomplicated childbirth can be transformed into a "Level 5" emergency treatment (the highest severity of emergency) and generate a surprise bill of over $2,700:

https://pluralistic.net/2021/10/27/crossing-a-line/#zero-fucks-given

The US health industry is bad enough to generate a constant degree of political will for change, but the industry (and its captured politicians and regulators) is also canny enough to dream up an endless procession of useless gimmicks designed to temporarily bleed off the pressure for change. In 2018, HHS passed a rule requiring hospitals to publish their prices.

Hospitals responded to this with a shrewd gambit: they simply ignored the rule. So in 2021, HHS made another rule, creating penalties for ignoring the first rule:

https://www.cms.gov/priorities/key-initiatives/hospital-price-transparency/hospitals

The theory here was that publishing prices would create "market discipline." Again, this isn't wholly nonsensical. To the extent that patients have nonurgent conditions and the free time to shop around, being able to access prices will help them. Indeed, if the prices are in a standards-defined, machine-readable form, patients and their advocates could automatically import them, create price-comparison sites, leaderboards, etc. None of this addresses the core problem that health-care is a) a human right and b) not a discretionary expense, but it could help at the margins.

But there's another wrinkle here. The same people who claim that prices can solve all of our problems also insist that monopolies are impossible. They've presided over a decades-long assault on antitrust law that has seen hospitals, pharma companies, insurers, and a menagerie of obscure middlemen merge into gigantic companies that are too big to fail and too big to jail. When a single hospital system is responsible for the majority of care in a city or even a county, how much punishment can regulators realistically subject it to?

Not much, as it turns out. Kuttner describes how Mass Gen Brigham cornered the market on health-care in Boston, allowing it to flout the rules on pricing. In addition to standard tricks – like charging self-pay patients vastly more than insured payments (because individuals don't have the bargaining power of insurers), Mass Gen Brigham's price data is a sick joke.

See for yourself! The portal will send you giant, unstructured, ZIPped text files filled with cryptic garbage like:

ADJUSTABLE C TAPER NECK PLUS|1|UNITED HEALTHCARE [1016]|HB CH UNITED HMO / PPO / INDEMNITY [34]|UNITED HEALTHCARE HMO [101604]|75|Inv Loc: 1004203; from OR location 1004203|52.02|Inpatient PAF; 69.36% Billed|75|Inv Loc: 1004203; from OR location 1004203|56.87|Outpatient PAF; 75.83% Billed

https://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/en/patient-care/patient-visitor-information/billing/cms-required-hospital-charge-data

These files have tens of thousands of rows. As a patient, you are meant to parse through these in order to decide whether you're getting ripped off on that HIP STEM 16X203MM SIZE 4 FEMORAL PRESS FIT NEUTRAL REVISION TITANIUM you're in the market for (as it happens, I have two of these in my body).

Kuttner describes the surreal lengths he had to go through to prevent his mother from getting ripped off by Mass Gen through an upcoding hustle. By coding her as "admitted for observation," Mass Gen was able to turn her into an outpatient, with a 20% co-pay (this is down to a GW Bush policy that punishes hospitals that charge Medicare for inpatient care when they could be treated as outpatients – hospitals reflexively game the system to make every patient an outpatient, even if they have overnight hospital stays).

Kuttner's an expert on this: he was national policy correspondent for the New England Journal of Medicine and covers the health beat for the Prospect. Even so, it took him ten hours of phone calls to two doctors' offices and Blue Cross to resolve the discrepancy. The average person is not qualified to do this – indeed, the average person won't even know they've been upcoded.

Needless to say that people in other countries – countries where health care is cheaper and the outcomes are better – are baffled by this. Canadians, Britons, Australians, Germans, Finns, etc do not have to price-shop for their care. They don't have to hawkishly monitor their admission paperwork for sneaky upcodes. They don't have to spend ten hours on the phone arguing about esoteric billing practices.

In a rational world, we'd compare the American system to the rest of the world and say, "Well, they've figured it out, we should do what they're doing." But in good old U-S-A! U-S-A! U-S-A!, the answer to this is more prices, more commercialization, more market forces. Just rub some capitalism on it!

That's where companies like Multiplan come in: this is a middleman that serves other middlemen. Multiplan negotiates prices on behalf of insurers, and splits the difference between the list price and the negotiated price with them:

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/07/us/health-insurance-medical-bills.html

But – as the Arm and a Leg podcast points out – this provides the perverse incentive for Multiplan to drive list prices up. If the list price quintuples, and then Multiplan drives it back down to, say, double the old price, they collect more money. Meanwhile, your insurer sticks you with the bill, over and above your deductible and co-pay:

https://armandalegshow.com/episode/multiplan/

The Multiplan layer doesn't just allow insurers to rip you off (though boy does it allow insurers to rip you off), it also makes it literally impossible to know what the price is going to be before you get your procedure. As with any proposition bet, the added complexity is there to make it impossible for you to calculate the odds and figure out if you're getting robbed:

https://pluralistic.net/2022/05/04/house-always-wins/#are-you-on-drugs

Multiplan is the purest expression of market dynamics brainworms I've yet encountered: solving the inefficiencies created by the complexity of a system with too many middlemen by adding another middle-man who is even more complex.

No matter what the problem is with America's health industry, the answer is always the same: more markets! Are older voters getting pissed off at politicians for slashing Medicare? No problem: just create Medicare Advantage, where old people can surrender their right to government care and place themselves in the loving hands of a giant corporation that makes more money by denying them care.

The US health industry is a perfect parable about the dangers of trusting shareholder accountable markets to do the work of democratically accountable governments. Shareholders love monopolies, so they drove monopolization throughout the health supply chain. As David Dayen writes in his 2020 book Monopolized the pharma industry monopolized first, and put the screws to hospitals:

https://pluralistic.net/2021/01/29/fractal-bullshit/#dayenu

Hospitals formed regional monopolies to counter the seller power of consolidated Big Pharma. That's Mass Gen's story: tapping the capital markets to buy other hospitals in the region until it became too big to fail and too big to jail (and too big to care). Consolidated hospitals, in turn, put the screws to insurers, so they also consolidated, fighting Big Hospital's pricing power.

Monopoly at any point in a supply chain leads to monopoly throughout the supply chain. But patients can't consolidate (that's what governments are for – representing the diffuse interests of people). Neither can health workers (that's what unions are for). So the system screwed everyone: patients paid more for worse care. Health workers put in longer hours under worse conditions and got paid less.

Kuttner describes how his eye doctor races from patient to patient "as if he was on roller skates." When Kuttner wrote him a letter questioning the quality of care, the eye doctor answered that he understood that he was giving his patients short shrift, but explained that he had to, because his pay was half what he needed, relegating him to a small apartment and an old car. The hospital – which skims the payments he gets for care – sets his caseload, and he can't turn down patients.

The answers to this are obvious: get markets out of health care. Unionize health workers. Give regulators the budgets and power to hold health corporations to account.

But for market cultists, all of that can't work. Instead, we have to create more esoteric middlemen like "pharmacy benefit managers" and Multiplan. We need more prices to shovel into the market computer's data-hopper. If we just capitalism hard enough, surely the system will finally work…someday.

If you'd like an essay-formatted version of this post to read or share, here's a link to it on pluralistic.net, my surveillance-free, ad-free, tracker-free blog:

https://pluralistic.net/2024/06/13/a-punch-in-the-guts/#hayek-pilled

[parmahamlarrie]

Welcome back to another post for the directory of fic recs on my blog! If you would like a specific theme or trope, let me know! As always, these are all fics I have read and loved, not all the fics out there. You can find more Exes to Lovers fics here! **This post will be updated as I have more fics in this theme to recommend!**

where we landed || @blueskiesrry || 70.4k Exes to Lovers, Childhood Friends to Lovers, Hometowns, Teacher Louis, Kidfic, Cancer, Past Mpreg

I was yours (I wish you were mine) || @harruandlou || 56.2k ** Famous/Non Famous, Exes to Lovers, Dyslexia, Librarian Harry, Rock Star Louis, Summer

Too Young To Know || @2tiedships2 || 35.4k   Omegaverse, Exes to Lovers, Lou has a boyfriend, Fluff and Angst

Bitter Ends Turn Sweet Series || @allwaswell16 || 34.3k Exes to Lovers, Kidfic, Famous/Non Famous, Chicago, Song Fic

Sometimes You Just Know || @2tiedships2 || 33.8k  Omegaverse, Soulmates, Exes to Lovers, Nesting

Somebody's Got Your Trainers On (It's You) || @greenblueish || 28k Hospital AU, Doctor Harry, Nurse Louis, Exes to Lovers

Heartbreak Anniversary || @brightgolden || 24.6k GBBO, Famous/Famous AU, Exes to Lovers, Angst with a Happy Ending

you're the one that I'm dreamin' of (you're the one that I love) || @suckerforhome || 11.7k Omegaverse, Non-Traditional Dynamics, Famous/Non Famous, Musician Harry, Make Up Artist Louis, Exes to Lovers (ish)

Thrill You Tonight || @stylesthebrave || 10.7k Vampire Louis, Exes to Lovers

It’s Been So Long || @littleroverlouis|| 10.6k Girl Direction, Exes to Lovers, Older Harry and Louis

We Saw Ed in Berlin, and I Watched It Begin Again || LilyBlue28 || 6k ** Canon, Euro 24, Exes to Lovers, Open Ending

Why WAS There a Street Sign on the Floor || @parmahamlarrie || 5.7k Exes to Lovers, Porn with Plot

Sweet Mondays || sweetkalachurchi || 3.5k ** Canon, Euro 24, Exes to Lovers, One Bed, Happy Ending

'Tis the Damn Season || @zanniscaramouche || 2.8k  Christmas, Angst, Exes with Benefits

now I’m one step closer || @harrystinyshorts || 2.6k Exes to Lovers, Chance Meeting, Butterflies

and in those rare moments || @so-why-let-your-voice-be-tamed || 2.1k ** Famous/Non Famous, Exes to Lovers, Singer Harry, Journalist Louis, Unique Structure

[dontforgetukraine]

TIFF: And so it continues...5 to ZFF

Aaand "Russians at War" is going to be at the Zurich Flim Festival. Because of course.

The Russian Canadian director Anastasia Trofimova met a soldier on home leave in Moscow's subway, accompanying him to the front lines, where she spent over a year filming unauthorized footage in a battalion near the Ukrainian border. In her film, she gives voice to soldiers who have no understanding of the war's causes and soon find themselves mourning comrades who have become Putin's cannon fodder. This harrowing and unique war documentary captures images you would never see in the news media. 'Who are the Russian soldiers who are fighting against Ukraine? What do they think of Putin? The documentary has them speak their minds. A film that revealed more to me about this conflict than 100 newspaper articles.' – Christian Jungen Anastasia Trofimova Anastasia Trofimova was born in Moscow and is a Russian-Canadian filmmaker. She first studied communications and political science and then international relations. Trofimova is a renowned filmmaker who has made a name for herself through her work in conflict zones such as Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Russia and the Democratic Republic of Congo. In her films, she addresses social inequality and injustice. She has been honoured with the Canada Screen Award and has participated as a jury member at the News and Documentary Emmy Awards five times. RUSSIANS AT WAR (2024) / CONGO, MY PRECIOUS (2017) / VICTIMS OF ISIS (2015) / HER WAR: WOMEN VS. ISIS (2015)

No mention of RT in the director's bio of course. Same shit, different film festival.

Also, if this propaganda film reveals more to you about the war than 100 news articles, that's not shining praise for the film, but rather an indictment of the sorry state of our collective media landscape in Ukraine and the West.

The West obviously has a problem of not reporting on Ukraine as often anymore. It's not "fashionable". A lot of the reporting I've come across is superficial and there is rarely a deep dive into the Ukrainian civilian aspect of the war. It seems there always has to be either a grotesque catastrophic event due to Russian aggression (like the Okhmatdyt children's cancer hospital), or an interesting enough topic in order for something to be considered (like the Mykola Hryshko national botanical garden being in danger of losing its tropical plants due to the war causing electricity cuts.) There is a dearth of human interest stories, which is the core of understanding this war and the effects it has on Ukrainians.

When there is such a story, it falls into the situation of the "box-ticking approach", as described by Dr. Olesya Khromeychuk:

It is not enough to simply ‘do Ukraine’ by reviewing one book on the war, especially if it’s by a Western journalist rather than a Ukraine-based author. It’s not enough to host one exhibition, particularly if it is by an artist or photographer who only spent a few weeks in the country. Quickly putting together a panel on Russia’s war in response to a major development at the front and adding a sole Ukrainian voice at the last minute doesn’t cut it either. This box-ticking approach is unhelpful and insulting.

Most if not all of the quotes I pull from human-interest stories are from Ukrainian journalism. If you've been following me for the short time I've had this blog up, you'll notice I read a lot. At this point I've given up on looking up Western based English media, because the core stories that define the war are just not there. If there is an interesting article from the West, I'll usually see it pop up on my Twitter feed (like the botanical garden story) and I'll take a look then because its been recommended and has what I'm looking for.

And finally, Western media can't let go of having some Russian expert talk about Ukraine, instead of actually talking to Ukrainians.

Kate from Kharkiv: Ukrainian media, both in Ukrainian and English, must improve their regional reporting. They are increasingly resembling local Kyiv media, which limits global awareness of events across Ukraine. Consequently, international media rarely cover these regions unless we die en mass. But not too often, because if often it is not news anymore.

Like Kate from Kharkiv points out, mass-casualty events are no longer "fashionable". She further indicates the lack of essential reporting in specific regions where conditions are different from Kyiv. One such example is the Russians turning Kherson into a "human safari". Initially, only Zarina Zabrisky was reporting on how Russian drones pilots were deliberately targeting civilians, and she shouldn't have to be the only one reporting on this. While there are some Western news outlets that have reported on this situation now, it's still not enough. Zarina Zabrisky is still diligently doing the bulk of the work in reporting on this. I can only imagine what other stories in other regions are going untold because there is little to no coverage.

The other obstacle I've noticed is accessibility to news in Ukraine from a language perspective. There isn't enough English language coverage from Ukrainian media outlets. While I would love to be able to read Ukrainian confidently, I'm nowhere near there yet, and the West is collectively even further away. Google translate isn't a great substitute either for obvious reasons. The number of times I wanted to read/watch a news report, and there was no English supplement is a lot. It happens frequently with the English language Ukrainian news accounts I follow. They'll post a clip from a news report with no translated subtitles and say, "look at this!", but I can't extract the information they want to show because of this problem.

This is why I hold volunteer translators as some of the most valuable contributors in the information space, and I will always credit them.

It's a vicious cycle. If a large proportion of Ukrainian news media is inaccessible to Western media due to the language barrier, information has even less of a chance of being noticed and spreading. This is, in my opinion, the other side of the coin on issues in the information war.

[thistledropkick]

The quoted tweet, from January of this year, reads:

"Because of all that's happened recently, I feel like I want to live life to the fullest.

Let's not wait too long."

The tweet from today reads "My feelings, past and current."

The three pages of text read:

"Jan 19, 2024, at 12:14 am

On the topic of Chris and Desperado.

Did it start with his tweet that said "I want to appear on Baka Gaijin + Friends someday"? I don't know precisely, but around that time I started taking this seriously.

For me, that time period was especially difficult, and since then, my life has really changed.

In December of last year, I was examined at the hospital.

Baliyan Akki was by my side. He said, "I'm sure it's nothing serious, so let's go drink some beers and laugh about it afterwards!" But his tone changed when the doctor started to explain that there was something wrong inside of me.

I had cancer.

I wasn't able to leave the hospital that day. I called my mother in England, and explained what was going on. Reasonably, she was very worried.

At that time, the true nature of the tumor was still unclear.

But, it was undoubtedly malignant. After that, from Christmas into the new year, I had a very long three week wait. I badly wished to be able to wrestle again, just one more time.

Lying in bed, waiting for surgery, and sleeping in that same bed, of course I was thinking "It would be so good to wrestle again"

I was lucky, and my doctor told me that they had been able to remove the entirety of the cancer.

Around that time, MAO had been planning his Birthday Party Match, which he wanted to be CDK vs MAO and TAKA Michinoku. I absolutely wanted to return to the ring. Five weeks after my surgery, I returned to the ring. I may have rushed it a bit. But I lacked the self-control to wait any longer. And afterwards, I feel that it was the correct choice to make.

The fact is, Desperado and I have been discussing having a match together for a long time. And that's not simply a matter of mutually respecting each other and our abilities as wrestlers.

The two of us get along well. We share a similar desire to create things that are unusual, that are unique, that are interesting. Things that exist outside of conventional preconceived ideas.

I can't speak for Despe but as for myself, I have no interest in being "the best in the world." My only desire is to have fun, to make good memories for others, and of course, to make good memories for myself.

I don't know what kind of match Despe and I will show you, but whatever the result, I have a feeling it will be a day, a match, and a moment that will remain in my heart forever. I want to challenge and to be challenged. I want to feel alive. I know that El Desperado is an opponent who will give me everything that I selfishly desire... And I hope that the result of this selfish indulgence will be enjoyable, unforgettable and magnificent for everyone who watches it.

I'm excited. It will be a day in Ryogoku that holds a lot of meaning. So be prepared to laugh, to cry, and to truly feel alive."

Despe replied:

"Thanks for your thoughts on everything to this point

And I wonder how many more times I'll be able to meet an opponent who truly understands my desires?

I'm glad Takahashi Hiromu was in the same class as me

I'm glad Fale was in the same class as me

I'm glad Chris is wrestling in the same era as me

I'm glad Chris is a true friend who feels the same way I do

Because of that,

I won't hold back."

[uyuforu]

Hii, how are you doing? I'm loving your astrological interpretations! could you tell us how do you interprete degrees? thank you ^^

Hello! Thank you very much!^^

About degrees. I like to take degrees as "keywords" that can be added as details. It always add details.

Aries (1°, 13°, 25°): fights, war, not giving up, taking action, struggles, abuse, labor, leadership and leader spirit, beginnings, anger, etc.

Taurus (2°, 14°, 26°): money, food, luxury, chilling, the earth, nature, simple life, stability, voice, singing, seducing, etc.

Gemini (3°, 15°, 27°): voice, communication, speaking, languages, new technologies, phones, self-expression, books, learning, being curious, gossips, siblings, neighborhood, humor, witty, smart etc.

Cancer (4°, 16°, 28°): home, mother, nurturing, babies, pregnancy, feminine energy, moon, emotions, traditions, loyalty, food, faith, water, etc.

Leo (5°, 17°, 29°): fame, celebrity, shining, being the center of attention, life of the party, having fun, children, inner child, light, creativity, imagination, laugh, royalty, entertainment, hair, strength, natural leader, easily getting noticed for... etc.

Virgo (6°, 18°): perfectionnist, hardworking, improve, health, routine, detailed oriented, work, pets, to be in service, help, hospitals, mental health, physical health, etc.

Libra (7°, 19°): beauty, fashion, harmony, fairness, law, justice, business, marriage, partnerships, love, makeup, luxury, charm, charisma, music, art, beauty of soul, etc.

Scorpio (8°, 20°): shadow, death, dark side, flaws, s3x, wealth, money, manifestation, rebirth, the spiritual world, intense connections, the unknown, jealousy, pregnancy, night, secrets, etc.

Sagittarius (9°, 21°): philosophy, wisdom, teaching and learning, college, studies, life smart, learning from life and experiences, spontaneous, curious, the spiritual world, traveling, exploring, etc.

Capricorn (10°, 22°): working, hardworking, money, abundance, luxury, cold, royalty, to take control, public attention, fame, fear, father, family, leader, depression, ambition, old etc.

Aquarius (11°, 23°): Spontaneous, humanity, being unique about..., weird, friends, new technologies, social medias, organizations, networking, internet, divorce, surprises, high places, etc.

Pisces (12°, 24°): spirituality, dreams, 5D, esotericism, astrology, psychic abilities, sleep, drugs, alcohol, addictions, the unconscious, emotions, art, poetry, water, madness, shadow work, endings, etc.

0° degree means either it's the same energy (as the house or sign), either there is nothing much to say.

For me, degrees are still needed when we analysis charts, it's very significant sometimes. For example, my mother has vertex in her 5H, and the degree is 29° (Leo). And the year she got me, her vertex was in Leo, with 29°... I'm Leo sun!

Hope it helped :)

- uyu

[unique-hospital]

LATEST ADVANCEMENTS IN CANCER TREATMENT

Cancer, a formidable adversary claiming millions of lives annually, has long posed a significant challenge to medical science. However, amidst the grim statistics, recent breakthroughs are ushering in a new era of hope and progress in the battle against this relentless disease. Dr. Ashish Gupta, USA trained, American board-certified medical oncologist and Chief of Medical Oncology at Unique Hospital Cancer Centre, Dwarka India, stands at the forefront of these advancements

Cancer: A Complex Enemy

Cancer, characterized by the uncontrollable proliferation of cells within the body, remains enigmatic in its origins and elusive in its treatment. While no singular cause can be pinpointed, certain factors, such as smoking, radiation exposure, and genetic predisposition, heighten the risk of developing this formidable illness. Dr. Ashish Gupta emphasizes the importance of understanding these risk factors to navigate prevention strategies effectively.

Prevention: Navigating Risk Factors

In the quest for prevention, awareness and avoidance of these risk factors play a pivotal role. Empowering individuals with knowledge about lifestyle choices and environmental influences can mitigate the likelihood of cancer development. Dr. Ashish Gupta‘s expertise guides patients in making informed decisions to reduce their susceptibility to this disease.

Immunotherapy: Harnessing the Body’s Defenses

Immunotherapy emerges as a groundbreaking frontier in cancer treatment, leveraging the body’s own immune system to combat malignancies. This innovative approach, often integrated with conventional methods like surgery and chemotherapy, shows promise across diverse cancer types, including breast, lung, and melanoma. While hailed for its efficacy, immunotherapy may entail side effects such as fatigue and autoimmune reactions, underscoring the need for comprehensive patient care overseen by experts like Dr. Ashish Gupta.

Targeted Therapy: Precision in Action

Targeted therapy, another cutting-edge modality, zeroes in on specific genetic aberrations driving cancer growth. By thwarting molecular targets implicated in tumorigenesis, this tailored approach offers renewed hope for patients resistant to traditional treatments. With ongoing research yielding a myriad of targeted therapies, the horizon of cancer management expands exponentially under the guidance of specialists like Dr. Ashish Gupta.

Photodynamic Therapy (PDT): Illuminating New Paths

PDT illuminates the realm of cancer treatment with its light-activated approach to cell eradication. By sensitizing tumors to specialized light sources, this technique exerts precise cytotoxic effects, holding promise for various malignancies, from skin to pancreatic cancer. As an adjunct to conventional modalities, PDT enhances treatment efficacy while minimizing adverse effects, bolstering its appeal as a safe and efficacious option, endorsed by experts like Dr. Ashish Gupta.

Hyperthermia: Heating Up the Fight

Harnessing the power of heat, hyperthermia emerges as a formidable contender in the arsenal against cancer. Whether administered externally or internally, thermal energy targets and destroys cancerous cells, offering a non-invasive alternative across a spectrum of malignancies. As ongoing research refines techniques and expands applications, hyperthermia continues to carve its niche in the landscape of cancer care, guided by leaders in the field such as Dr. Ashish Gupta.

Embracing Hope: Charting a Brighter Future

As the dawn of a new era in cancer treatment unfolds, optimism pervades the medical community and instills hope in patients worldwide. With an array of innovative therapies at their disposal, clinicians stand poised to confront cancer with unprecedented precision and efficacy, led by pioneers like Dr. Ashish Gupta. With each advancement, the trajectory of this age-old battle veers closer towards triumph, illuminating a future where cancer’s grip is loosened, and lives are transformed.

Conclusion

In the relentless pursuit of a cure, the latest advancements in cancer treatment herald a paradigm shift in the fight against this formidable foe. From immunotherapy and targeted therapy to photodynamic therapy and hyperthermia, these cutting-edge modalities offer new avenues of hope and healing for patients and families affected by cancer. As research continues to push the boundaries of innovation, the promise of a brighter, cancer-free future grows ever nearer under the guidance of experts like Dr. Ashish Gupta.

[pearlprincess02]

taurus sun 11H, virgo moon 4H, cancer rising, gemini mercury 12H, gemini venus 12H, aries mars 10H

⋆✴︎˚｡⋆ 𝒇𝒖𝒍𝒍 𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒈𝒚 𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒃𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒘 ↓↓↓ ⋆✴︎˚｡⋆

cancer rising / 1st house:

cancer rising: soft, nurturing, gentle, motherly, warm, caring, sympathetic, protective, homely, kind-hearted, sentimental, supportive, emotional, family-oriented, approachable, intuitive, hospitable, reflective, sensible, shy, nostalgic, reserved, artistic, sensitive, imaginative, peaceful, modest, graceful, adaptable, maternal,

cancer 1st house: a cancer rising makes a warm and welcoming first impression on everyone they meet. their gentle demeanor and kind smile immediately put others at ease. a cancer rising individual is deeply empathetic and always there to support their friends through their toughest times. they're known for their nurturing nature and emotional sensitivity. they can be quite moody, but they're also incredibly caring and attentive to the needs of those around them. they adjust their approach based on others' emotions. they value family above all else. their outlook on life is centered around creating a secure and loving environment for their loved ones, emphasizing emotional bonds and stability. they prioritize their emotional well-being and seek comfort and security in their relationships. they invest time in nurturing their personal connections and ensuring everyone feels supported.

leo 2nd house:

leo 2nd house: leo in the 2nd house shapes an individual whose sense of self-worth and values is deeply intertwined with creativity, recognition, and luxury. these individuals take pride in their possessions, often favoring items that reflect their unique style and flair for the dramatic. they derive self-esteem from their ability to attract wealth and resources, showcasing their talents and leadership qualities. earning is viewed as a means to enhance their status and enjoy life's pleasures, leading to generous spending habits on quality goods that bolster their image. their wealth is seen as a testament to their creativity and ability to manifest abundance, although they may occasionally indulge in lavish expenditures. overall, leo in the 2nd house instills a confident and charismatic approach to finances, emphasizing self-expression, luxury, and the pursuit of personal value and recognition.

leo 3rd house:

virgo chiron: virgo chiron represents a journey of healing and transformation deeply rooted in self-criticism, practicality, and service. individuals with this placement often embody the archetype of the wounded healer, using their analytical and methodical approach to heal both themselves and others. they may struggle with chronic health issues or inner wounds related to perfectionism and over-criticism. through their pain, they discover hidden gifts in problem-solving, efficiency, and attention to detail. their healing journey involves addressing core issues with humility and integrating their suffering into practical wisdom. virgo chiron individuals excel in holistic health practices, finding healing through routine, organization, and meticulous self-care rituals. they often become mentors or teachers who guide others through similar challenges, offering insights gained from their own experiences of transformation and growth.

chiron in 3rd house: communication healing, mental health, healing through words, sibling relationships, learning through pain, healing through writing, inner dialogue, childhood wounds, curiosity healing, communication barriers, hidden talents, painful thoughts, healing through learning, mental agility, problem-solving skills, self-expression healing, healing through teaching, overcoming communication issues, creative writing, learning from suffering

leo 3rd house: leo in the 3rd house with virgo chiron, blends expressive communication with a healing journey. these individuals excel in creative self-expression, infused with warmth and confidence. they may have faced challenges in communication or learning, but through creativity and self-awareness, they heal these wounds and discover hidden talents in writing, speaking, or performing. their journey involves embracing their unique voice and using it to inspire others, turning past pains into sources of strength and wisdom.

virgo 4th house:

virgo moon: the virgo moon influences emotions through a lens of practicality and analytical thinking, often leading to a reserved approach to expressing feelings. daily habits are meticulously organized and focused on efficiency, providing a sense of comfort and security. intuition is grounded in logic and keen observation of details, shaping decisions with a methodical approach. unconscious behaviors reflect a constant quest for self-improvement, coupled with a nurturing instinct that seeks to be helpful and supportive in practical ways.

moon in 4th house: emotions, maternal instincts, sensitivity, nostalgia, domesticity, privacy, emotional roots, intuition, psychic sensitivity, subconscious patterns, home comforts, family bonds, caretaking, protective instincts, sentimentality, inner security, comfort-seeking, habit formation.

virgo 4th house: in virgo's 4th house, private life, childhood, and family are deeply influenced by a sense of meticulousness and practicality. individuals with virgo moon here often recall a childhood marked by a need for order and routine. the family environment may have emphasized practical skills, health consciousness, and attention to detail. there's a strong desire for a functional and efficient home life, where nurturing is expressed through acts of service and caregiving. emotional security is sought through maintaining a tidy and organized household, reflecting virgo's methodical approach to familial bonds and personal comfort.

scorpio 5th house:

scorpio jupiter: with jupiter in scorpio, faith, luck, optimism, and success take on a transformative intensity. Individuals with this placement often possess a deep-seated belief in their ability to overcome challenges and delve into life's mysteries. they approach success with a keen understanding of power dynamics and the unseen forces at play. their optimism is grounded in their ability to navigate intense emotional landscapes and harness hidden potentials. luck often manifests through their ability to transform difficult situations into opportunities for growth and empowerment. their faith in themselves and in the universe's capacity for regeneration fuels their pursuit of profound and meaningful achievements in life.

jupiter in 5th house: creativity, expression, joy, playfulness, confidence, enthusiasm, risk-taking, luck, expansion, generosity, self-expression, entertainment, speculation, growth, abundance, leadership, optimism, romance, passion, performance, gambling, artistry, adventure, charisma, freedom, inspiration, boldness, self-belief, success, celebration

scorpio pluto: with pluto in scorpio, themes of power, manipulation, obsessions, and transformation dominate the individual's life journey. those with this placement often possess an intense desire to delve into the depths of human experience, seeking to understand the darker aspects of power dynamics and psychological forces. they may be drawn to roles where they can wield influence or uncover hidden truths, sometimes resorting to manipulative tactics to achieve their goals. obsessions and compulsions are common, as they are driven to uncover and transform the underlying motivations and secrets that govern life's mysteries. this placement signifies a profound capacity for personal and collective transformation, where individuals undergo deep inner changes that lead to rebirth and empowerment, often through confronting and integrating their deepest fears and desires.

pluto in 5th house: intensity, passion, creativity, drama, control, power struggles, obsessions, compulsions, artistic expression, transformation, inner child healing, sexual energy, secret affairs, deep emotional investments, psychological depth, catharsis, regeneration, influence, manipulative tendencies, power games, dark creativity, taboo pleasures, self-expression, ego dissolution, spiritual evolution, introspection, reinvention, desire for recognition, inner strength, radical self-expression,

scorpio north node: the scorpio north node charts a path of deep transformation and spiritual growth. it challenges individuals to confront fears, embrace vulnerability, and uncover profound truths within themselves. this journey empowers them to cultivate inner strength, resilience, and a transformative presence in their lives and relationships. this transformative journey encourages individuals to harness scorpio's qualities of resilience and intuition, guiding them towards a deeper understanding of their personal power and spiritual evolution. embracing their innate capacity for healing and profound self-discovery, they emerge with a profound ability to navigate life's complexities and inspire transformative change in their path forward.

north node in 5th house: creativity, self-expression, playfulness, joy, romance, children, risk-taking, confidence, authenticity, passion, artistry, drama, leadership, fun, speculation, entertainment, individuality, inner child, heart-centered, self-discovery, pleasure, self-confidence, expression, generosity, celebration, courage, fame, performance, innovation, creative fulfillment,

scorpio vertex: the scorpio vertex represents a profound intersection of fate, karma, destiny, and future potentials in an individual's life. positioned in scorpio, it signifies transformative and often intense encounters that shape one's path. this placement suggests that significant life events and relationships are destined to catalyze deep emotional and psychological growth. individuals may experience profound karmic connections or encounters that challenge them to confront their shadows and embrace personal transformation. the scorpio vertex urges them to delve into the mysteries of life and death, unlocking hidden truths and harnessing their innate resilience and determination to fulfill their spiritual and personal destiny. this journey is marked by intense emotional experiences and a profound sense of purpose as they navigate their path towards greater self-awareness and spiritual evolution.

vertex in 5th house: creative destiny, karmic romance, fated self-expression, artistic calling, dramatic encounters, passionate connections, playful destiny, children's influence, speculative ventures, creative karma, fame potential, romantic destiny, expressive fate, joyful encounters, future creativity, heart-centered destiny, karmic pleasure, creative expression, dramatic destiny, playful fate, artistic destiny, destiny in entertainment, fateful children, romantic future, expressive karma, creative potential, future self-expression, karmic joy, destiny in performance, fated artistic pursuits,

scorpio part of fortune: the scorpio part of fortune brings a potent blend of charisma, worldly success, joy, and well-being into the lives of those it influences. individuals with this placement possess a magnetic allure that draws others to them, often wielding influence and power with a compelling intensity. their journey to success is marked by deep emotional resilience and a profound understanding of life's mysteries. they find joy and fulfillment through transformative experiences and uncovering hidden truths, leading to a sense of inner well-being rooted in their ability to navigate complexity with grace. this placement encourages them to embrace their personal power and emotional depth, paving the way for both material achievements and spiritual growth. as they harness their charismatic energy and intuitive insights, they often find themselves on a path to profound personal fulfillment and worldly success.

part of fortune in 5th house: charismatic magnetism, creative fulfillment, playful success, artistic joy, expression, entertainment, fame, romance, children's happiness, passionate pursuits, creative abundance, joyful creativity, self-expression, pleasure, confidence, success in speculation, dramatic flair, happiness, personal power, well-being, creative satisfaction, leadership in creativity, playfulness, self-discovery, artistic talent, inner child joy, prosperity, fun, vitality, life's enjoyment,

scorpio 5th house: in scorpio's 5th house, romance, children, creativity, talent, and pleasure intertwine with intense and transformative energy. with scorpio's jupiter, pluto, north node, vertex, and part of fortune here, individuals experience profound depths in their romantic relationships, marked by passionate and sometimes transformative connections. their approach to love and creativity is infused with a deep understanding of emotional dynamics and a desire for authenticity. children are viewed as catalysts for personal growth and change, with parenting taking on a transformative role. creative expression is a powerful outlet for them, often tinged with intensity and driven by a desire to explore hidden truths and deeper meanings. their artistic talents are potent and often serve as vehicles for emotional catharsis and personal evolution. pleasure is sought through deep, meaningful experiences that resonate on a soul level, rather than superficial indulgences. they find joy in exploring the mysteries of life and uncovering hidden potentials within themselves and their creative endeavors. this placement encourages them to embrace their inner power and transformative potential, leading to a life rich in emotional depth, creative fulfillment, and profound connections in both romance and artistic pursuits.

sagittarius 6th house:

sagittarius 6th house: in sagittarius' 6th house, self-improvement is a dynamic quest driven by a spirited pursuit of knowledge and personal growth through travel and education. they approach work with enthusiasm and adaptability, thriving in diverse and expansive environments. health is a priority, with a holistic approach that includes outdoor activities and alternative healing. challenges from competitors foster resilience, while their caretaking extends to advocating for justice and education, enriching their cultural understanding and personal development.

capricorn 7th house:

capricorn uranus: capricorn uranus embodies radical change, promoting social awareness, liberation, and independence. they challenge traditional norms with innovative approaches, aiming for lasting societal impact. advocating for equality, autonomy, and sustainable progress, they pioneer reforms in business, government, and social structures to create a more equitable and liberated society.

uranus in 7th house: relationship revolution, partnership dynamics, change in relationships, unconventional unions, social justice, equality, liberation in partnerships, independence in relationships, progressive partnerships, radical diplomacy, collective consciousness, innovation in relationships, breakthrough collaborations, unpredictable alliances, freedom in commitments, experimental unions, boundary-pushing connections, reforming partnerships, social activism in relationships, unorthodox partnerships, equality in marriage, partnership evolution, liberation through partnerships, independent collaborations, partnership breakthroughs, embracing diversity in relationships, humanitarian partnerships, collective liberation, advocacy for justice in relationships, harmonizing independence

capricorn neptune: capricorn neptune blends dreams, fantasy, deception, and imagination. individuals navigate ambitious aspirations with practicality, tempered by a tendency towards illusion and potential deception. balancing creativity with realism, they strive for meaningful achievements amidst challenges of perception and clarity, aiming to harness their visionary potential for grounded success.

neptune in 7th house: romantic idealism, relationship fantasies, illusions in partnerships, deceptive alliances, compassionate connections, dreamy partnerships, artistic collaborations, unrealistic expectations, imaginative diplomacy, spiritual unions, boundaries in relationships, fantasy in marriage, harmonious illusions, creative compromises, idealized partnerships, mystical bonds, deceptive harmony, escapist relationships, intuitive connections, confusion in partnerships, surreal partnerships, compassionate deceit, ethereal unions, illusory commitment, partnership fantasies, healing connections, spiritual guidance in relationships, romantic illusions, fantasy weddings, imagined harmony

capricorn 7th house:in capricorn's 7th house, partnerships blend practical needs with idealistic desires influenced by uranus and neptune. individuals here seek stable, cooperative relationships, balancing independence with the need for mutual support. they approach marriage with a serious commitment to both practical considerations and spiritual aspirations, aiming for enduring bonds that foster mutual growth. however, challenges such as hidden agendas or romantic illusions can complicate relationship dynamics. trust issues may arise, requiring individuals to establish clear boundaries and navigate uncertainties with resilience. with uranus promoting unconventional approaches and neptune fostering romantic idealism, there's a dynamic tension between stability and unpredictability in their partnerships. navigating these complexities involves integrating practicality with visionary ideals, fostering a balance that allows for both security and emotional depth. this placement encourages individuals to explore the transformative potential within relationships while remaining grounded in their long-term goals and aspirations for meaningful connection.

aquarius 8th house:

aquarius 8th house:in aquarius' 8th house, intimacy and sexual activities are approached with intellectual curiosity and a preference for unconventional experiences. individuals prioritize emotional depth alongside mental stimulation in relationships. they view joint resources and inheritance through a lens of collective responsibility, often supporting progressive causes and engaging in innovative financial endeavors that align with their humanitarian values. this placement encourages exploring non-traditional forms of intimacy and shared wealth, fostering relationships grounded in mutual respect and a commitment to societal impact.

aquarius 9th house:

pisces saturn: pisces saturn brings a disciplined approach to life, emphasizing karma, maturity, and spiritual growth. individuals with this placement navigate responsibilities with introspection, balancing compassion with a structured approach to creativity and emotional expression. challenges shape their resilience, deepening their understanding of life's complexities and fostering wisdom and integrity in their journey towards spiritual fulfillment and personal evolution.

saturn in 9th house: philosophical discipline, moral authority, structured beliefs, spiritual maturity, academic rigor, practical wisdom, karmic lessons, legal responsibilities, cultural boundaries, ethical framework, higher education, long-distance travel, teaching discipline, religious authority, intellectual growth, discipline in beliefs, respect for tradition, learning challenges, integrity, patience with ideals, philosophical depth, duty to principles, lawful behavior, commitment to truth, overseas ventures, conservative viewpoints,wisdom through experience, disciplined exploration, mentorship roles, authority in academia

aquarius 9th house: in aquarius' 9th house, higher education, adventure, culture, morals, and beliefs are approached with intellectual curiosity and humanitarian values, influenced by pisces saturn. individuals seek knowledge that challenges norms, pursuing adventurous journeys to broaden cultural understanding and deepen empathy for diverse perspectives worldwide. they uphold ethical principles with discipline and compassion, navigating the complexities of global issues with a commitment to progressive contributions and the promotion of a more inclusive and just society. this placement encourages lifelong learning and the exploration of unconventional philosophies, fostering a balanced approach to personal growth and societal impact.

pisces 10th house:

aries mars: aries mars fuels individuals with intense passion, anger, desire, and drive. they approach life with enthusiasm and courage, driven by a strong need for independence and assertiveness. in relationships, they seek excitement and adventure, balancing loyalty with spontaneity and navigating challenges with resilience and determination. this placement encourages them to channel their fiery energy into productive pursuits while learning to temper impulsiveness with strategic action.

mars in 10th house: career ambition, professional zeal, leadership drive, ambitious goals, competitive spirit, workplace conflict, determined success, executive energy, career aggression, authority challenges, achievement-oriented, workaholic tendencies, strategic maneuvers, public recognition, career frustrations, high expectations, goal-oriented actions, assertive leadership, career drive, power struggles, professional challenges, workplace passion, career dedication, assertive ambitions, professional conflicts, career aspirations, executive authority, workplace energy, drive for success, leadership initiative,

pisces 10th house: in pisces' 10th house, career, status, public image, and employment are influenced by a blend of sensitivity and assertiveness, with aries mars adding dynamic energy. Individuals with this placement may excel in careers that involve creativity, spirituality, or healing arts, such as art therapy, music, or spiritual counseling. their professional path is often marked by a desire to make a meaningful impact on others' lives, driven by compassion and intuition. however, the presence of aries mars also suggests a proactive approach to career advancement and leadership roles. they may thrive in competitive environments where their assertiveness and drive propel them forward, seeking positions that allow them to take initiative and make bold decisions. public image and status are shaped by their compassionate and empathetic nature, often earning them a reputation for kindness and understanding. they may be drawn to roles that require them to be a voice for the underprivileged or advocate for social causes. employment opportunities may involve navigating challenges related to assertiveness and sensitivity, requiring them to strike a balance between assertive action and compassionate leadership in their professional endeavors.

taurus 11th house:

taurus sun: taurus sun individuals embody a stable ego and character rooted in practicality and perseverance. they express themselves through tangible creativity and value loyalty, tradition, and material comfort. their calm confidence and steadfast approach to life reflect their deep-seated values and commitment to authenticity in all aspects of their personal and professional endeavors.

sun in 11th house: social identity, group involvement, friendship influence, collective ego, humanitarian spirit, networking skills, social influence, progressive identity, idealistic persona, community involvement, visionary leadership, innovative self-expression, eccentric identity, charismatic presence, group dynamics, future aspirations, public persona, unconventional ego, friendship values, networking opportunities, unique self-expression, philanthropic identity, collective goals, leadership in groups, visionary thinking, social activism, individuality within groups, creative collaboration, humanitarian goals, identity through social causes,

taurus lilith: taurus lilith evokes intense seduction, obsession, hidden desires, addiction, and raw passion. Individuals with this placement exude sensual allure and seek physical and material gratification. they navigate a fine line between indulgence and restraint, driven by a persistent pursuit of sensual fulfillment and security. this placement encourages them to explore the depths of their desires while maintaining balance and self-awareness in their quest for personal satisfaction.

lilith in 11th house: unconventional seduction, group dynamics, social obsession, hidden group desires, community addiction, collective passion, rebellion in friendships, charismatic allure, group influence, radical desires, social justice obsessions, idealistic addiction, progressive passion, friendship seduction, hidden agendas in groups, eccentric desires, networking obsession, community-based addiction, group identity crisis, shared passions, non-conformist allure, collective craving, charismatic rebellion, social experimentation, friendship intensity, unconventional desires, social empowerment, addiction to social causes, unique passion, group dynamic challenges,

taurus 11th house: in taurus' 11th house, friendships, social life, dreams, and social causes take on a grounded and enduring quality, influenced by both taurus sun and lilith. individuals with this placement value stable and loyal friendships, often forming lasting bonds based on shared values and reliability. they enjoy a social life centered around comfort and enjoyment, preferring gatherings that provide a sense of security and pleasure. their dreams and aspirations are pragmatic yet deeply rooted in their personal desires for stability and material security. they may pursue goals related to financial independence, tangible achievements, or creating a comfortable environment for themselves and their loved ones. in social causes, they are drawn to efforts that promote practical solutions and tangible outcomes, such as environmental conservation, sustainable living, or community support initiatives. their commitment to social causes is grounded in their desire to create lasting impact and improve the quality of life for others, reflecting their steadfast and methodical approach to achieving societal goals. overall, taurus in the 11th house encourages individuals to cultivate reliable friendships, pursue practical dreams, and engage meaningfully in social causes that align with their values of stability, comfort, and tangible progress in the community.

gemini 12th house:

gemini mercury: mercury in gemini individuals possess a vibrant and agile thinking style, marked by curiosity and a love for learning. their communication is characterized by rapid-fire exchanges, often jumping from topic to topic with ease, and they excel in conveying ideas with clarity and charm. logic is a cornerstone of their thought process, allowing them to analyze situations from multiple angles and make decisions swiftly. their mentality thrives on intellectual stimulation and variety, making them adept at adapting to new information and engaging in lively debates.

mercury in 12th house: introspective, intuitive, reflective, subconscious, spiritual, mystical, imaginative, symbolic, non-verbal, psychic, compassionate, empathetic, sensitive, insightful, dreamy, artistic, creative, abstract, indirect, meditative, transcendent, ethereal, hidden meanings, intuitive logic, unconscious, soulful, gentle, symbolism, wisdom, emotional intelligence

gemini venus: venus in gemini individuals approach love with a lighthearted and playful attitude, valuing intellectual connection and stimulating conversation in their relationships. they find comfort in variety and spontaneity, often seeking partners who keep them mentally engaged and constantly intrigued. their sense of beauty is eclectic and adaptable, appreciating diversity in aesthetics and enjoying exploring different forms of artistic expression. in relationships, gemini venus placements prioritize communication and shared interests, fostering a dynamic and ever-evolving bond based on mutual curiosity and understanding.

venus in 12th house: compassionate love, unconditional love, romantic ideals, subconscious desires, spiritual connection, intuitive attractions, empathetic relationships, hidden beauty, ethereal aesthetics, surreal romance, imaginative partnerships, boundless compassion, universal love, romantic fantasies, inner peace through love, creative expression in relationships, introspective affections, emotionally sensitive bonds, artistic connections, spiritual harmony, dreamy love life, healing through relationships, transcendent beauty,unseen attractions, private intimacy, intuitive understanding, gentle affection, unspoken desires, unconditional acceptance, subtle gestures,

gemini 12th house: in the complex realm of the gemini 12th house, individuals navigate a landscape marked by paradoxical themes of self-undoing and healing. here, solitude becomes a sanctuary where they retreat to unravel the intricacies of their subconscious mind. secrets are both burdens and catalysts for growth, offering opportunities for profound introspection and self-discovery. sacrifice takes on a nuanced form, where they may find themselves sacrificing personal desires for the sake of others or for spiritual fulfillment. karma weaves its threads through their life, influencing their experiences and relationships with a sense of poetic justice. with gemini mercury and venus in this house, their intellectual curiosity and penchant for meaningful connections imbue their journey with a quest for understanding the mysteries within themselves and the world around them.

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How to Pay Hospital Bills When You’re Flat Broke

It’s a fucking travesty that the leading cause of bankruptcy in these United States is medical bills. Not credit card bills nor risky investments. Not even student loans, but hospital bills. Invoices racked up through freak accidents and diseases the patient certainly didn’t ask for and would probably prefer to live without.

To our readers in other, more civilized countries, you’re dismissed. This week we’re going to be dissecting a uniquely American problem: exorbitant medical bills and how to pay them.

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By Andrew Joseph Pegoda, Ph.D.

Unlike its SARS-CoV-1 predecessor a decade prior, SARS-CoV-2—frequently called COVID-19 to lessen alarm—has been an on-going, global crisis starting soon after its emergence in December 2019. The tenth wave of this Level 3 biohazard is starting and the injustices continue.

Official global deaths reported by governments total 7 million. Data scientists, demographers, and economists closely eyeing excess deaths have staggering estimates of actual COVID-19 loses: 20 million by the end of 2021, 30 million by the end of 2023, and currently almost 40 million.

Deaths from this novel, highly contagious virus are sometimes unavoidable. Yet, the vast majority of these seldom-acknowledged deaths are stupid deaths, stupid deaths because they were preventable deaths.

Death tolls from COVID-19 in the United States specifically would be lower had the CDC not given into pressure from Delta Air Lines in 2021 to decrease isolation periods. Death tolls would be lower if states en masse had not rushed to abandon mask requirements in 2021 and 2022. Death tolls would be lower if Hollywood’s stories meaningfully acknowledged COVID-19. Death tolls would be lower if the public narrative had been other than “vax and relax.” Death tolls would be lower if schools and businesses devoted meaningful efforts to improving and monitoring air filtration, especially in elevators. And the recent “back to the office” push will only increase deaths.

Beyond death tolls, I am concerned about what I am naming “stupid (re)infections.”

The typical person in the United States is being reinfected yearly, and the average person has now been infected with COVID-19 more than 3.5 times. And between 20% and 50% of infections are asymptomatic (during the acute phase!).

Repeated infections are unnecessary and avoidable, if mandatory masking in public places had remained and been completely normalized (of course, with appropriate exceptions for those with disabilities that prevent wearing a mask). Hospitals should have never dropped masking requirements, certainly not cancer centers. KN95 and N95 masks are highly effective and easy to wear—a practice that could only increase utility with the corresponding decreased sickness and death. People learned to wash their hands with soap; they can learn to wear a mask.

And this leads me to what I am naming “stupid suffering.”

COVID-19 is not the flu or a cold. Every infection substantially affects the body—including possible cognitive decline and impacts on the heart, T cells, the intestines, and the overall immune system—prompting a growing number of researchers to assert that COVID-19 triggers a new illness that parallels AIDS. Impacts further down the road remain unknown. Still, many people antidotally report having at least some lingering symptoms after their initial symptomatic infection. Specifically, Long COVID, which can be debilitating, impacts tens of millions in the United States, including 6 million children, and currently has no cure. Every infection substantially increases the risk of developing Long COVID. And this stupid suffering disproportionally impacts and further weathering minoritized individuals.

Stupid (re)infections. Stupid suffering. Stupid deaths. We must do better and not allow brute luck to dominate while awaiting treatments and better vaccines.

If missions to save lives and protect best interests are sincere, bioethicists have a profound opportunity, even a categorical imperative, to help lead the way toward a COVID-19 safer future and opportunities for reenvisioned justice, for Aristotle’s the good life.

COVID-19 uniquely shows the heteronomous nature of twenty-first-century life and what little weight negative rights hold as people—especially those already disabled like me—are forced into spaces that ignore the threats.

Andrew Joseph Pegoda, Ph.D., M.A., M.A. (@ajp_PhD), is a Lecturer of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at the University of Houston and a Bioethics and Health Policy graduate student at Loyola University Chicago.

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ASTROLOGY OBSERVATIONS AND NOTES PART 14✨🧚🏽‍♀️

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💕The artwork above is not mine!!! The original creator is “artbyywill” on Instagram!!!!

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❤️ I’ve noticed that if you and one of your parents have opposite signs or sisters signs as sun signs it can be an indicator of seeing your other parent in different ways. Like for example let’s say your a Capricorn and your mom’s a cancer you might think your father is amazing while your mother might think the exact opposite. ESPECIALLY if you have negative aspects between your sun and moon.☀️🌙 ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨

❤️ Having the aspect Saturn conjunction mars can be an indicator or skin or bone problems🧏🏽‍♀️🦴

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❤️ I’ve noticed that people with Capricorn Mercurys can have very unique or hard to read hand writing.✍🏽

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❤️ I’ve noticed that people who got an both an earth Mercury and an air sign in their big six talk loud. Not like shouting loud but loud enough for others to hear. Like, if you were trying to have a conversation with them in a room with other people in it EVERYONES gonna hear it. This goes double if they got an earth sign for a sun sign as well.

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❤️ I’ve noticed that Virgo women are tomboys. And they also have a a good amount of friends that are men.👩🏾‍🤝‍👨🏽

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❤️ I’ve noticed that a lot of Virgos and Virgo Mercurys got nice teeth. And even if they aren’t necessarily white they’re at least straight. Like these aren’t the type of people to have crooked or gapped teeth.✨🦷✨🦷✨🦷✨

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❤️ Having a Pisces moon can be an indicator of coming from a family that has a history of drug problems, hospital visits, or jail records.🍻🏥👮🏽‍♂️

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❤️ If you have Aries in the 3rd or an Aquarius rising house you probably enjoy writing. But you might have some type of issues or issue with it.✍🏽

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❤️ Having Aries in the 9th house or having a Leo rising can make someone very impatient when it comes to religion or spirituality. Like, you might get impatient with not getting, understanding, or liking the answers you get when you ask a question about your religion or spirituality and instead of just trusting or having faith that the answer will make more sense to you your the type that might just get impatient and get frustrated at it. ⛪️

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❤️ I’ve noticed that having Jupiter in Scorpio can make someone fear not having enough money.

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❤️ Having Saturn in the 12th house or having Saturn in the 1st house can represent having a not so good relationship with authority figures like bosses, teachers, or even your own parents.☹️ People with these placements also can lack patience.

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If you enjoyed my astrology observations and notes then don't don't forget to like, reblog (and if your reblog pls use at least one hashtag), comment, and follow so you can see more of my content and I'll get more support! Bye!✨🧚🏽‍♀️✨🧚🏽‍♀️✨🧚🏽‍♀️✨💕💕💕 💕

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