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dolly-on-the-dotted-line · 5 months ago

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Interlude: Dumbstruck

You face up to a very adult problem in Javi’s absence that leaves you questioning your future forever.

Rating: 18+

Warnings: Angst, Discussion of Pregnancy, Pregnancy Loss, Miscarriage, Medical Setting.

A/N: Major trigger warning for this one. If you don't want to read this post, you will not lose anything from the story. There are no major plot developments or changes in their relationship. You can skip it out, or if you'd like a summary I will happily send you one. Further discussion under the cut.

Major confession that I've had this sat in the drafts for... years now due to the above, and not yet having anything lighter ready to publish to follow up... But today is the day. And happier things soon after!!

I've kept descriptors to a minimum for obvious reasons, as well as the fact that this is obviously only one experience based on personal anecdote- please don't take this as gospel, nor a universal experience. This was originally planned to be a whole chapter but I was struggling with the heavy themes and aware that it's not everyone's cup of tea. However, I still felt like it added some important insight so wanted to keep it in some capacity so have decided to post it anyway. Keeping it as an 'interlude' also felt quite representative of the experience, in the sense that often it's an event that happens unbeknownst to people on the outside, but is a weight you carry with you. Reader/ Bug will carry on with the knowledge of that experience with her, but others will continue to move on around her none the wiser, and you can choose to do the same if it's a post you don't wish to read.

New York, Spring, Age 30: Dumbstruck

The dial tone lasts for an eternity, you’re sure. You try to focus on the way your heartbeat thrums between the beeps, double time nearly, thud, thud, thud, like a bird throwing itself against a glass pane. The skin at the edge of your fingernail is worn clean, blood starting to pool in the cuticle.

You hear the scrape of the receiver being lifted and a voice finally calls, the raspy accent filling the line.

“This is Murphy.”

“Hey Steve, can I speak to Javi, please? Now. I need to speak to him now.”

“Bug? Are you alright? You sound like you've seen a ghost. If that were possible.”

Your interactions with Steve Murphey so far had been limited.

By that, you meant you had spoken to him on the phone maybe twice, and on both occasions, you were trying to get through to Javier. The fact he’s able to recognise you immediately in spite of that is intriguing to you, and at any other moment, you’d take the time to consider the tone of affection he takes with you in just one sentence.

You try to keep your tone light but it’s impossible, the panic rising up in you like a tidal wave. You must sound worse than you think because he’s onto it in a second.

Fuck, fuck, fuck, you mumble to yourself and reach out to steady your frame against the wall in the hallway of your new apartment.

“Now,” you seethe, losing your guard completely, the tears starting to bubble at your eyelids as you lean your head back in frustration to rest on the setting plaster.

You hear the phone ripped from Murphy’s hand in a muffled frenzy and Javi’s there, breathing down the line.

“Javi-”

“What is it? Are you hurt?”

You sob then, immediately, hearing his voice, the weight of the situation finally hitting you with full force.

“I’m- I think I’m having a miscarriage,” you breathe, deadpan, utterly in shock as you hear the words pass your lips for the first time since you’d started to process.

“I can’t be sure, but…” your voice trails off quietly, giving up the guise.

It had taken you long enough to get your head around, already stunting the phone call by at least ten minutes as it was. In reality, there was no ‘think’ about it. You knew. It was impossible not to know.

Silence from the other end of the line. You hear something smash to the ground, Murphy’s indistinct words, the slow, rattling intake of Javi’s controlled breath.

“You’re pregnant?” he asks slowly, quietly, as though the words are arriving before the thoughts that spur them.

“No, I’m fucking not,” you yell between clenched teeth, trying to contain the overwhelming rage that’s bubbling up inside you. “Not now I’m not.”

Another devastating pause, and you feel the way your fingers instinctively grip the cord of the phone a little tighter, awaiting his response.

“Is it-?”

“Please, don’t,” you cut sorely, “don’t ask me that fucking stupid question right now. Javi, I’m so scared.”

You clap your hand to your mouth as the sobs start to pour out, giving in completely. The emotion is overwhelming, fear, shock, and surprise moving over you in relentless, intersecting waves, with no time to differentiate one from the next.

“Okay,” he replies firmly, taking the wheel in the only way he knows how. “Okay, it’s going to be okay.”

His tone is strong and soothing, and you can’t help but lean into its gentle familiarity. You wanted to give it up, to give over to him entirely and let him make it all okay.

“It must have been the couch,” he can’t help but shoot down the line, more to himself than to you.

“Javier.”

In the complex swell of your emotions, above all else you’re seething, unable to even fathom the possibilities surrounding what's happening right now.

You carrying his child. His baby. A life together, as forced as it may have been, suddenly wilting away without even a chance to romanticise the prospect. It was gone in the blink of an eye before you even knew you had it.

You’re furious. Like everything else, it wasn’t fair.

“I need to go home,” you sigh, trying to brush away the tears with a shaking hand as you draw together some kind of plan in your head.

You were already compartmentalising, packing away the thoughts you couldn't give yourself even a moment to dwell on.

“You need to go to the hospital. That’s the only place you need to be right now. I’ll call you straight back and I’ll be there as soon as I can but you need to get some help right now, baby. I need you to call someone who can help you out until I arrive.”

‘Baby’. In the heat of the moment, it was always ‘Baby’. Like it was a slip of the tongue reserved for special occasions; weddings that weren’t even yours. Anniversaries. Children.

But in your temperamental state, it knocks you sideways anyway, pushing you off kilter and bringing the tears to the brink again.

“Javi, please,” you keen, unsure of what you're even asking for.

You’re scared, achingly so, more so than you’d ever felt even when you were a child. This was something else, something new. You needed something stable and solid to hold on to, and he was a thousand miles away.

“I know, baby, I know. But you need to do this, for me. Just be brave and I’ll be back on the line in just a tick. Just make the call.”

You slam your fist against the phone cradle in frustration, resetting the dial tone without another word, and thumb in the number without even looking at the keys. As always, it rings once.

“Rosie?” Rasps Jack, ready and waiting, business smart except for the nickname, his favourite turn of phrase.

“Emergency,” you eke out, sinking to the floor now as you feel the sensation start to sink in, heartbreak rather than consternation hitting for the first time.

“Are you at home?” He’s deadly serious, the professional front fitting into place like a reflex.

“Yes. Medical, call Ginger. I need an ETA of 10 or less. Hospital transfer, the car will do.”

“Are you safe? Are they still in the apartment?”

“No external risk. Code O0-,” you hold your breath for the final digit, finally making it a complete reality, “3. Potentially 3.3, I’m not sure right now, I can’t remember the ICD codes.”

He hears your crying now. He understands. His heart breaks for you.

“Rosie,” he breathes.

“Please Jack, just deal with it. I’m failing every one of my training protocols right now, I know, but I just cannot handle what is happening right now. I can't do this.”

“I’m on it. Stay put. Just stay by the phone. Breathe.”

You can hear his pager going off, the shuffling of the papers moving across his desk as he stands to leave.

“And whatever you do,” he adds staunchly, “don’t look.”

“‘Don’t look’?” you repeat, but when you lift your hand from the plasterwork where you’d been steadying yourself, you see it, the way the harsh red seeps into the porous craftsmanship.

“How do you-”

“Just trust me, Darlin’. I’ll be there soon.” And the line rings dead.

Left alone, truly alone, you slump to the ground and ruminate in comfortless solitude. In the quiet stagnation of your apartment, you can only defer so far. It's fruitless to fight it. For just a moment, you let yourself sit, and think, and wait.

Jack had barely left your side in the ER, vigilant and dutiful.

His straightforward attitude was soothing and efficient, and allowed for a rare moment of surrender as he handled the overwhelming process of the inpatient clinic. Sitting by his side, you took a quiet comfort in the way his personal concern occasionally bled into his unrelenting professionalism, appreciating every squeeze of your hand, each cup of cold coffee, and every form you didn't have to read and sign.

When night came, Javi took his place, arriving on the first non-stop flight to Newark Liberty. He didn't even bring a backpack, just an unread paperback and his keys.

You try to picture the two men crossing paths in the hallway, shaking hands, nodding heads.

They’d never met. What absurd circumstances to finally come face-to-face, each an urban legend in their own right.

When he climbs up next to you to hold you close to him in the hospital bed, jacket, shoes and badge still in place, you break, the sobs wrenching from your chest like nothing you’ve ever known. There was nothing to hide, nothing to lose.

“Was it ours?” he eventually asks, his forehead never leaving your own, his voice a quiet whisper in the cavernous space of the dim room.

“Of course it was ours,” you sigh, bone-weary, drained and devastated.

“Why didn’t you say anything?”

“I didn’t know,” you say, frankly, the candour obvious in your upfront sentiment. “I wasn’t due for a medical until next month.”

“You didn’t suspect?”

“I’ve been busy. I didn’t really think, work has been a lot.”

“Would you have kept it?” he asks, more tentative still, aware of how precariously close everything feels as he reels off his pressing questions.

You hesistate, but not for long.

“Yes, probably. I’m in love with the idea of it more than anything. It’s irrelevant now, but-”

“It’s not irrelevant," he interrupts quickly. "Don’t say that. How can something we made be irrelevant?”

His fervour takes you back, even in its hushed whisper.

“Made by accident,” you huff back frustratedlym “it’s not like we knew-”

“Well, so what? We’d have been just fine. I know that. It wouldn't have mattered. We-"

“Mr. Peña," you hear from the open doorway, the tone firm but kind. "We don’t allow visitors overnight I’m afraid, only family.”

He doesn’t turn to the attendant before he replies, simply gripping you tighter, pressing his legs into yours as he holds your taut frame against his own.

“I am family.”

“Alright then,” she replies without complaint, clearly not seeing the merit in pushing it. “I’ll see you both in the morning.”

You’d been alone for less than ten minutes before he came skulking back into the room, black coffee and another round of toast in hand.

He was reluctant to be away from you for longer than a minute at a time, you could tell. He used to get like this when you were sick, or when you’d be sent home to bed from gym with bad cramps.

They’d said the tub was the best place for you at home. The heat would help, the chaos contained. He kneels down on the floor next to you, resting his arm on the enamel and laying his chin on top.

"How are you feeling?" he asks again, and you caress his cheek with a wet hand.

"Not great, but better. The peanut butter is helping."

You crack a feeble smile, but you can see the look in his eye is heavy.

“Querida, I don’t want to waste any more time.”

You bring yourself closer through the water so that your head is resting next to his, close enough for your noses to touch. He brings a hand up to tuck a strand of wet hair behind your ear, and rubs his thumb across your cheekbone.

“What do you mean?” you ask, but you know what he's saying, what he's asking. The impossible situation.

His face says as much.

“Javi, please,” you sigh, but you laugh quietly as you say it, “you know it’s not as simple as that. If anything this has proved it.”

“I don’t care,” he replies candidly, but the frustration in his voice is the overriding detail. “I don’t want to care. It shouldn’t matter. Not after things like this.”

“Javi, you just moved. You’re fighting the war on drugs for goodness sake. You really think now is the time to have a baby? To be a father?”

“I don’t care. Whatever happens with us, whenever, is the right time. You’ve always said that. I should have been here. It could have been different.”

“Don’t talk like that. Not right now. Just tell me everything’s going to be alright. We’ll get it together one day. We’re young”

“Not as young as we were,” he scoffs.

“Twenty-eight! That’s certainly not old, Javier.”

“Why can’t you just… give in? I’d have left. If you asked. I will leave. If you ask.”

“No, actually, I don't think you would," you ponder, shaking your head slightly, "and I wouldn’t ask you to. Not even now.”

Your blunt words appear to stump him, and whatever the next line of his argument was is lost and replaced with a tender kiss to your bare shoulder, his bottom lip sliding along your damp skin.

“I’m sad, Ladybug."

“So am I, Javi,” you sigh, and when you feel his quiet tears on your shoulder, you let your own follow suit.

You shift in his arms, rolling onto your back to stare at the clear night through the skylight. It was a familiar reminder of home, one you were enjoying today.

“When are you off?” you finally ask, the question becoming the second most unavoidable topic in the room.

“First thing. I shouldn’t even really be here.”

“I’m glad you are. I hope you’re not in too much trouble.”

“If I am, I am. It's a hard one for them to argue with, really."

He curls himself around you and cradles your stomach, quietly mourning the loss of something that never really was. Another future together, gone before you even had the chance to consider it.

You fall asleep wrapped in one another, just like always. But before you drift off, for one night, you talk about a future that you’ll never have.

“We couldn’t call her that,” you scold indignantly.

“Why not?" he retorts, smirking innocuously. "We never call you it. It’s a nice name.”

“It’s my mother’s name. That’s exactly why you never call me that. What kind of narcissist names their child after them?”

“Most people. My Mother’s name, then. That makes more sense, surely. Everyone loved her.”

“Pa would weep,” you sigh, lovingly.

“In a good way.”

“Would you want it to be a girl?”

He smirks, rubbing his nose against your shoulder.

“Maybe. I wouldn’t care. I’d be too excited about seeing you big and fat. Carrying my brood.”

“Why do you make that sound so filthy?” you scold.

“I’m just trying to put a positive spin on the prospect of another shotgun wedding.”

You elbow him sharply in the ribs, and he laughs.

“I could be your little harlot. We could live out of wedlock. Social exile.”

“Not a chance," he scolds, feigning shock. "I’m a man of God. We don’t actually want to kill Pa."

You snuggle into him closer, turning in his arms to come and face him.

“Do you think our family has any idea, at all?”

The look on his face is passive, but you can see the words settling somewhere. You don't know if it's the talk of home, or of something bigger; the idea that your summer fling surmounts to so much more when you give it the space to exist.

“I don't know. I wonder sometimes if Pa knows, deep down. I feel like he’s asked me before, in more ways than one. I think he asked when I told him about Lorraine. Like it was a loaded question, you know?"

"They always are with him."

“Do you think they know?” he asks.

“I don’t think they’d be surprised, necessarily. Like it’s an inevitable thing, almost.”

He holds your face between his hands then, drawing it away from his so he can look at you clearly, pulling the damp strands of hair away with broad strokes of his thumbs.

“Do you think it is? Inevitable?”

“Yes," you whisper, a clean answer, cutting through the mirth.

He kisses your upturned lips, tracing them over with the pad of his thumb before finally letting you go.

“I hope you’re right.”

“You know I always am.”

A/N: I know I mentioned dates before but I’ve actually broken my own timeline here since technically Murphy wouldn’t be in Colombia until they were at least 30, but I figured for the sake of continuity it made sense here.

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cfiesler · 1 year ago

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New research alert! Research about research, actually!

A couple of years ago we recruited here (and elsewhere) for interview participants for a research study about fat people's experiences online. As part of that study we also asked for thoughts about how to ethically conduct such research, both in online communities and in human-computer interaction research more generally. This short paper was presented as a poster at the ACM Conference on Computer-Supported Cooperative Work & Social Computing. Led by PhD student Blakeley Payne, this also won the conference's Best Poster Recognition! <3

"How to Ethically Engage Fat People in Research"

(1) Choose respectful language. Use participants' own self description in conversation and reporting. Consider the connotations of euphemisms and medicalizing language. We recommend "fat" as a default term to use until participants or the context indicates otherwise.

(2) Consider positionality and practice reflexivity. Fat people are not a monolith but are experts in their own lived experiences. Engage with the history of fat oppression, especially as facilitated by research and medical institutions. Consider your positionality with respect to this history.

(3) Rethink assumptions around weight loss. Don't assume fat people are unhealthy and/or want to lose weight. Interrogate "weight loss" as an embedded design value and its potential for harm. Use notions of health that are weight-neutral such as Health at Every Size.

(4) Engage fat people in research. Fat people want to be engaged in technology design and research! Center fat people's voices, needs, and desires when choosing research questions and methods.

Citation and (open access!) link to full paper: Blakeley H. Payne, Jordan Taylor, Katta Spiel, and Casey Fiesler. 2023. How to Ethically Engage Fat People in HCI Research. In Companion Publication of the 2023 Conference on Computer Supported Cooperative Work and Social Computing (CSCW '23 Companion). Association for Computing Machinery, New York, NY, USA, 117–121. https://doi.org/10.1145/3584931.3606987

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ridenwithbiden · 8 days ago

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TO PAY FOR TRUMPS TRILLIONS IN TAX CUTS FOR THE RICH.

"Oz will succeed Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, the current administrator of CMS, to lead programs including Medicare, the federal health insurance program for people aged 65 or older, and disabled people, and Medicaid, the state-based health insurance program for lower-income people, which is jointly funded by states and the federal government. The two programs provide health insurance for more than 140 million Americans.

Also in the CMS fold are the Children’s Health Insurance Program (Chip) and the Health Insurance Marketplace, which was created by the Affordable Care Act under Barack Obama in 2010.

Trump’s economic advisers and congressional Republicans are currently discussing possible cuts to Medicaid, food stamps, and other government welfare programs to cover the costs of extending the president-elect’s multi-trillion-dollar 2017 tax cut."

Dr Oz, best known for his daytime talkshow, leaned heavily into Trumpism during his failed 2022 run for US Senate. Donald Trump has chosen Mehmet Oz, best known for starring in his eponymous daytime talkshow for more than a decade and leaning heavily into Trumpism during his failed 2022 run for a Pennsylvania Senate seat, to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The cardiothoracic surgeon, who faced immense backlash from the medical and scientific communities for pushing misinformation at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, will oversee the agency that operates on a $2.6 trillion dollar annual budget and provides healthcare to more than 100 million people.

“I am honored to be nominated by [Donald Trump] to lead CMS,” Oz posted on X on Tuesday. “I look forward to serving my country to Make America Healthy Again under the leadership of HHS Secretary [Robert F Kennedy Jr].”

In the announcement of Oz’s selection, Trump said that Oz would “make America healthy again” and described him as “an eminent Physician, Heart Surgeon, Inventor, and World-Class Communicator, who has been at the forefront of healthy living for decades”.

Oz has been on US television screens for nearly 20 years, first appearing on the Oprah Winfrey show in 2004. In that time, he has talked to his audience about losing weight with fad diets and what it takes to have healthy poops and, toward the end of his run, touting hydroxychloroquine as a potential remedy for Covid-19.

Here’s what to know about the New York University professor and surgeon turned television show host, and now Trump appointee.

Mehmet Oz, 64, is a Turkish American Ohio native best known for The Dr Oz Show, which ran from 2009 to 2022. His father was a surgeon in Turkey, and after Oz graduated high school in Delaware, he was admitted into Harvard. He also served in the Turkish military in order to maintain dual citizenship, the Associated Press reports.

Before entering US homes via daytime TV, he had more than 20 years of experience as a cardiothoracic surgeon at Presbyterian-Columbia medical center in New York. He was also a professor at Columbia University’s medical school.

His bona fides at the prestigious institutions earned him quick credibility with viewers, and his popularity garnered him nine Daytime Emmy awards for outstanding informative talkshow and host.

Though his show ended in 2022, Oz maintains a YouTube channel filled with old episodes of his shows where he interviews guests such as Penn Jillette about his weight loss and Robert F Kennedy Jr about his 2014 book about the presence of mercury in vaccines. He also has an Instagram account that boasts more than a million followers, where Oz shares photos of his family and sells products from iHerb, an online health and wellness brand for which he is global adviser.

Oz’s questionable medical advice and time in politics. Throughout his TV tenure, Oz dabbled in the hallmarks of weight loss culture like detoxes, cleanses and diets that promised rapid weight loss. He also faced a grilling by senators in 2014 over claims he made and alleged false advertising on supplements he promoted on his show. When the Covid-19 pandemic hit, Oz regurgitated misinformation that came from the fringes of the right and medical communities.

These comments continued when he threw his hat into the race to represent Pennsylvania in the US Senate in 2022 against John Fetterman. At the time, the Guardian wrote:

“Oz was dogged by questions about his actual connection to the state during the campaign. Oz lived in New Jersey for decades before he moved to Pennsylvania in October 2020, into a home owned by his wife’s family. He announced his bid to be the state’s US senator just months later.”

Following Fetterman’s stroke, during which he said he “almost died”, the Oz campaign launched unsavory attacks against him, with one Oz aide, Rachel Tripp, claiming Fetterman might not have had a stroke if he “had ever eaten a vegetable in his life”.

Oz ultimately lost to Fetterman, who garnered 51% of the vote compared with Oz’s 46%."

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arlana-likes-to-write · 2 years ago

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I Hate Myself By Florence Pugh

Summary: Loosely based on a song in Florence Pugh’s new movie A Good Person. You are struggling with grief and guilt of your fiancé. Life seems to be going down hill when a blonde Russian forced her way into your life.

Warning: This story contains some heavy and possibly triggering themes. Heavy drinking, addiction of opioids, attempted suicide, guilt, grief, mention of death, overdose

Word Count: 2.9k

It’s crazy how life could change in an instant. A month ago you were planning your wedding. You were trying on wedding dresses, tasting cakes, and designing wedding invitations. A month ago you were celebrating with friends and brainstorming destinations for your honeymoon, and you decided on Japan. A month ago you were happy. But a car accident caused by a truck driver falling asleep at the wheel took your happiness. You were driving. You woke up from a two-week comma and your fiance never woke up. Her family never blamed you like you expected them to. No, they did the opposite and kept being there for you. They brought you to doctor appointments and helped pay for medical bills when they were grieving the loss of their daughter. But the guilt and the grief became too much and you did what you used to do before meeting Courtney, you ran. You left South Carolina and moved to New York City. Her family tried to call you and you’d send them a text to confirm you were alive. You were, barely, surviving on cheap pizza, buzz, and prescription medication.

It was lightly raining on your nightly walk around the neighborhood. You weren’t wearing a jacket, only a T-Shirt and sweatpants. The rain didn’t bother you. You loved it. On some days, Courtney would drag you off the couch into the backyard to dance in the rain. You missed her. You missed her so fucking much. You wondered if this pain was ever going to go away. Would the weight feel lighter to heavy? When would it hurt less to breathe?

You felt someone grab your arm and drag you into a nearby alley. You were so startled you didn’t even scream as you were pushed up against the brick wall. You stared at the girl in front of you. She was blonde, with striking green eyes, and she was a little shorter than you. But you didn’t miss the gun in her hand. “Do you have a death wish?” You asked. Was she Russian?

“Maybe,” you said. She lowered the gun. “Well, I mean we all die one die right,” you chuckled nervously. She put the gun on her hip and let you go. “I made this extremely awkward. Look if you are going to kill me, can you get it over with?” You had to admit it wasn’t how you thought you’d go out. Would you see Courtney? She pulled back her hood and her blonde hair was braided.

“Do you live close?” She asked.

“Uh, yeah,” you said. “Most girls take me to dinner first before I show them where I live,” you joked. She didn’t laugh. “Right, this way.” In hindsight, it wasn’t the best idea to show a mysterious blonde in your apartment that was just holding a gun but life worked in weird ways. The rain picked up and by the time you unlocked your apartment door, you were drenched. You toed your sneakers off and walked into the kitchen. “Make yourself at home,” you said, over your shoulder. You heard the door close and lock as you grabbed a bottle of vodka and poured your guest a drink. She was looking around your apartment. It had the bare minimum, no photos or decorations, all that was left in South Carolina.

“You live alone?” She asked.

“Yup,” you said, taking the bottle to the couch and laying down, not caring about your wet clothes. You took a generous sip, liking the way it burned down your throat. Your guest walked softly, you barely heard her walking over to the drink and then to the couch. You stared up at her. “Want more?” Offering the bottle.

“Stay off the streets for the next few nights,” she said. “It’s dangerous.”

“Whatever you say,” you turned on the TV. She spared you one more glance at you before exiting your apartment. “Odd,” you mumbled, taking another sip from the bottle. You hoped that would be the last you saw of the Russian.

However, life had other plans for you. Every time you left your apartment you saw the blonde. At the corner store. The pizza place. The shitty dive bar you worked at. But it was brief because when you looked away and back again she was gone. It wasn’t until Friday night, 5 days after your meeting with her did you see her again and this time when you looked at her she didn’t disappear. You had the night off. So, you were sitting on the couch, wearing only a sports bra and sweatpants. You were high, drinking beer and eating pizza with Criminal Minds on the TV. You were high. It was a glorious feeling because you felt floaty and free. You heard the handle of your apartment jiggly and when it opened you were staring at the blonde. “I should call the cops,” you told her.

“You won’t,” she closed the door. “Not when you are high on oxycodone,”

“Vodka is on the top shelf,” you opened the beer bottle and faced the TV.

“I know it is,” you heard her move around your kitchen. “Do you not have food?” She asked.

“Pizza is food,” she huffed, mumbling something under her breath that you couldn’t make out. She sat down next to you with a Gatorade and a protein bar.

“Drink this,” you looked at the blonde down to the drink then back at her. You didn’t like being told what to do, especially by a stranger. You took a sip of the beer instead.

“You’ve been stalking me,” she took a slice of pizza.

“No,” she said. “Just watching.” You chuckled.

“Yeah, that makes it sound better,” you sat back on the couch and focused on the episode. You felt her eyes on you, mapping out the scars from the accident. You would have them covered but sometimes clothes irritated your skin. Walking around in a bra was easier plus you never had anyone over. “Take a picture, it'll last longer,” you mumbled.

“Thanks for the pizza,” she said, standing up.

“Yeah, no problem. Let me know when you're gonna stop by and I’ll have dinner ready for you,” the blonde opened and closed the door. “What a freak.”

The next morning you found a bag of groceries at your door.

Some days were better than others. You could make it throughout the day without your hands shaking and wondering when you were going to get high next. On days like that, the weight on your chest felt manageable. Those days were few and far between. Lately, the guilt was becoming heavier and the nightmares invaded your mind. It was harder and harder to stay sober and leave your bed. The bar fired you but you didn’t care. You had no energy. But like clockwork each week there were groceries at your door. It’s been a few months since you’ve seen the Russian. You tried not to think about her but it was impossible. It was annoying. Why did she care?

You were drunk. Music blaring in your apartment and you were dancing around when the door opened. There she was. “My favorite Russian,” you ran over to her and put your arms around her. She caught you, stumbling slightly which caused the door to close. You rested your head on her shoulder, taking a deep breath in. “Mhmm. You smell good,” Whatever perfume she was wearing had an earthy scent to it like the smell after it rained. You leaned into her more.

“Are you hanging out with more Russians?” She chuckled, stepping back from you slightly but she kept her hands on your hips. You giggled.

“No, silly. You are the only one but still my favorite.”

“Why don’t you go sit down and I’ll go get you water?” She went to move away from you but you stopped her.

“I don’t want water. I want to dance with you,” you pulled her into the space between your living room and kitchen.

“No dancing. You need to go sit down,” you scuffed, rolling your eyes.

“You're no fun,” you mumbled, stumbling into the kitchen. “Aren’t Russians supposed to be big partiers?” You twisted off the cap of the bottle and took a large sip of vodka.

“I think you’ve had enough of that,” she took the bottle from you.

“I don’t like you telling me what to do,” you pulled the bottle back but she was stronger than you. “Whatever,” you let her have the bottle and open your cabinet. But she came around and closed it. “You are starting to piss me off.”

“What else have you taken?” She asked. Your jaw clenched.

“Nothing,” you walked over to your fridge to pull out a beer.

“So you haven’t taken hydro or morphine today?” She was pulling out the bill bottles. You took a hydro this morning. You woke up screaming from a nightmare. What were you supposed to do? “Courtney wouldn’t want this.” Your blood went cold.

“What-what did you say?” She rolled her eyes.

“Did you think I wouldn’t research who you are?” She asked, facing you. “You and your fiance Courtney Smith were in a car accident caused by a truck driver 4 months ago.”

“Shut up,” you said.

“You woke up from a coma but she never did,” she continued. You wanted her to stop talking. “After the funeral, you packed everything up and ran to New York. You found employment at a local dive bar and spent your free time downing yourself in alcohol and prescription medication,” An anger was building inside of you, blinding you. How dare this stranger walk into your life and feel as if she had your whole life figured out? “Courtney wouldn’t want your life to be like this.”

“Stop saying her name as if you knew her because you didn’t,” you snapped. “You wouldn’t know what she would want,” you squeezed the beer bottle, afraid the glass would shatter in your hands. “I think you need to leave.”

“I’m not going anywhere.”

“Get out of my fucking apartment before I call the cops and have them arrest you for stalking and harassment,” she didn’t move. “Leave me the fuck alone,” you threw the bottle at her. She barely dogged it and the bottle shattered on the cabinet. You took off towards your bedroom, slamming the door closed, and locking it. You slide down the door and brought your knees to your chest as the blonde banged on the door pleading with you to let her in. But you couldn’t face her when somewhere deep inside of you believed everything she said. You crawled over to your nightstand, the banging becoming a distant memory and pulled out a polaroid picture. It was of you and Courtney on your third date. She took you camping in the Adirondacks. You didn’t have any photos of her as you left all of them in South Carolina.

“I’m sorry,” you cried. “It should have been me,” you kept repeating as you pulled out a pile bottle and uncapped it. You swallowed the few pills dry. You fell to your side and cried, holding the picture to your chest.

You woke up in a bed and room you didn’t recognize. It wasn’t a hospital but you were attached to an IV drip. You were wearing a sweatshirt that wasn’t yours but it smelt like the blonde. You took the IV out of your arm and swung your legs over to the side. Your legs were shaky and it took you a minute to feel confident to stand up. On socked feet, you walked to the door and opened it. You were in a house and it was quiet as you walked down the hallway into a living room. You should have tried to find a way to get out but your eyes were glued to a piano. It was a beautiful, white Steinway model. You sat down on the bench and opened it. The keys were cold underneath your fingers but there wasn’t any dust on them. It was well taken care of. You couldn’t remember the last time you sat at a piano, it felt like a lifetime ago. You began to play, afraid you wouldn’t be able to but it was like riding a bike. It came back to you without much thought.

“I woke up today, at least that much is true,” you sang. Your throat was raw and it hurt but you kept going. “I saw what people see, what a year this made of me? I tried a hundred times but each time I thought of you,” you closed your eyes. You saw yourself sitting at the piano playing while Courtney sat on the couch studying. “I hate myself. I hate myself. I fucking hate myself.” She supported you in your dreams of wanting to be a singer-songwriter.

“And I want days of pain. Oh, to feel the things I need.To pay off this shame. And I know that makes me broken. I know that makes me weak. I guess I'll put my armor back on now,” you asked her instead of doing a first dance if you could write her a song and play it. To your surprise, she said yes but she made you promise you would dance with her at some point. You promised her. You would have done anything for her if she asked.

“I found a way but I turned around. One step to start but I’d rather fall. Too much of a coward to say, ‘I’m wrong.’ Too much of a coward to admit I need help me, please.” When you opened your eyes, the blonde was leaning against the wall. She was wearing a sweatshirt with SHIELD written on it. It was so different from the clothes she wore when she was at your apartment. You ended the song.

“That was beautiful,” you felt the tip of your lips turn into a smile.

“Thanks,” you ran your hands across the keys. “It’s been a while since I sat down and played.” She nodded, pushed off the wall, and sat next to you on the bench. “What happened?” You asked.

“You overdosed,” she played A-C#-E on the piano. You copied her. “You’ve been out for 7 days.

“Why didn’t you take me to the hospital?” She played C-E-G and you did the same.

“Hospitals ask too many questions,” she smiled. “I figured you wouldn’t have to deal with questions. Your safe here,” she added. “An old friend owns this house.” You nodded, and you played E-G#-B. She tried to copy it but her last note was off. You smiled, placed your hand on top of hers, and arranged her fingers to the correct keys. It reminded you of when you tried to teach Courtney when she had free time.

“I tried to teach Courtney how to play,” you told her. “She wasn’t very musically inclined. Her head was filled with math and science. She was in medical school when she died,” she didn’t respond but you knew she was listening. “You were right. She wouldn’t be happy with me.” The blonde sighed.

“I should have handled that differently. For that, I’m sorry.” You played F-A-C and she copied it perfectly.

“Why do you care?” You asked. “I’ve tried to rack my brain around it. You don’t know me.”

“Do you know who I am?” She asked. You looked at it. She didn’t look familiar. You shook your head. “My name is Yelena. My sister was Natasha Romanoff.” You knew the name. Even in your small town, you knew who the Avengers were.

“You're an Avenger,” she nodded. “What does that have to do with me?” She sighed, playing G-B-D but you didn’t play it back.

“The truck that caused the accident didn’t fall asleep. He was murdered,” your stomach dropped. You could hear your heart pound in your ears. You had a vague memory of overhearing Courtney’s brother, who was also a truck driver, said he thought it was odd that a truck driver with that much experience would fall asleep at the wheel.

“Did you-?”

“No,” she said. “No, but I was responsible for trying to stop the group. I was too late,” it clicked. She blamed herself for what happened to Courtney and in turn what your life became. You wanted to ask more but you sensed she didn’t want to give the specifics. “I’m sorry.”

“You aren’t to blame for her death,” she didn’t look convinced. “Did you stop them from hurting other people?” She nodded. “Good, that’s all it matters.” Yelena seemed lost in thought so you continued to play to fill the silence.

“Her parents miss you,” she said, causing you to stop mid-song. “They called and I told them you weren’t feeling well and that you’ll call when you are better.”

“I don’t want them to see me like this,” your hand shook. “My parents weren’t supportive of my relationship with Courtney or my career choice. They looked after me even after the accident. I-” she placed her hand on top of yours.

“It’s okay,” she said. “In your song, you said you were scared to ask for help. I want to help.”

“I don’t want you to help me because of guilt or pity,” you said. “What will you get out of it?” She smiled.

“Well, you could provide pizza,” you laughed. A real laugh that sounded foreign. “And you could teach me piano.” You stared into her green eyes and saw something you hadn’t let yourself feel in a very long time. Hope.

“Okay,” you whispered. “When do we start?”

“Play something for me,” you did. You played for her and she sat and listened to you. You poured your heart and soul into these songs hoping a stranger would help you put your armor back on.

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Li Zhou at Vox:

A horrifying sexual assault case playing out in France is adding to a larger French reckoning over abuse toward women. The case centers on 71-year-old Dominique Pélicot, who is accused of drugging and raping his wife, Gisèle Pélicot, and inviting dozens of other men to sexually assault her while she was unconscious. Dominique Pélicot — who has confessed to raping his wife repeatedly over the course of a decade — is now on trial, along with 50 other defendants, who are also accused of sexual assault or attempted sexual assault. Some of these defendants have admitted guilt, while others have denied it.

During his testimony, Dominique Pélicot said he and all the men involved are guilty. “I maintain that I am a rapist, like those in this room,” Dominique Pélicot said. “They all knew her condition before they came; they knew everything. They cannot say otherwise.” Although she had the option of a private trial, Gisèle Pelicot decided to make the proceedings public in order to support and raise awareness for other victims of similar crimes. “I speak for all women who are drugged and don’t know about it, I do it on behalf of all women who will perhaps never know,” Gisèle Pélicot said of her case. In total, police have used roughly 20,000 images her husband took of the assaults to determine that 72 men had been involved in raping her from 2011 to 2020.

The Pélicot case is roiling France and comes as the country continues to grapple with accountability regarding sexual misconduct toward women. As the New York Times reported this spring, the #MeToo movement had previously stalled in France’s film industry, and has found new momentum this year after prominent actor and director Judith Godrèche spoke out. French writers and actors have also previously noted that the country’s attitudes toward sexual freedom have distinguished it from the US in how condemning sexual misconduct is treated. “French attitudes toward morality and sex have historically always been different to the US,” journalist Agnès Poirier previously told the BBC. “But it’s been brewing for years and it feels that 2024 is different.”

What the case is

Dominique Pélicot’s assaults on his wife were first discovered by police in November 2020, after he was initially investigated for taking photos up women’s skirts at a supermarket in southeastern France, where the couple lived. After he was caught taking the photos, police searched Pélicot’s computer and found a folder titled “Abuses” on a related USB drive. In it, they discovered thousands of photos and videos of Pélicot and other men raping his wife while she was unconscious. “My world fell apart,” Gisèle Pelicot said after police informed her of their discovery.

The officers’ findings followed years of Gisèle Pélicot experiencing memory lapses, hair loss, and weight loss, so much so she feared that she might be developing Alzheimer’s or another serious illness. During that time, her husband had been drugging her regularly with a combination of medications, including the anti-anxiety drug Temesta, which can act like a sedative.

While Gisèle Pélicot was unconscious, Dominique Pélicot invited a number of men to their home so that they could rape her. Gisèle Pélicot has emphasized that she did not have any knowledge of these attacks, and did not feign unconsciousness as some of the defendants have suggested. Dominique Pélicot found the men via a messaging board called “Without their knowledge” on the now-shuttered website Coco, which was known for postings that involved illegal activities. On the site, Dominique Pélicot solicited men to assault his wife, giving them specific instructions, including not wearing perfume or smoking, to avoid detection. According to Dominique Pélicot, the men were active participants in the crime: “They came looking for me. I was asked, I said yes. They accepted, they came. I did not handcuff anybody to make them come to my place.”

In France, the Pélicot rape trial has captivated that nation, in which Gisèle Pélicot is testifying publicly to raise awareness for other women who are victims of rape and sexual misconduct.

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Moustead + The Hockey AU

warnings: brief mention of chronic/terminal illness and death, implied alcoholism, depression, behavior that could be considered self harm

Gregory Gerwitz IV liked hockey. It was his favorite sport. He had the family pull that let him get tickets to every home Blackhawks game, and he usually spent every minute at glass level, watching all the action with only the protection of the plexiglass shield a foot in front of his face. But that was the Hawks, NHL, the big leagues, even if their playoff outlook wasn’t very high.

What he didn’t particularly care about was the minor league team that his father bought between seasons when he was a teenager, like adding to the weight of the family business he was supposed to inherit was somehow a birthday gift. He’d wanted a car that year, or the freedom to spend more time at the stables with Phil and Amelia, or even better, to not be forced into a business track at a college barely half an hour away from home. He definitely didn’t want to be promised the Chicago Mice, a hockey team that no one had heard about because they sucked, had never won a single game, and gave him the mocking nickname Mouse for his entire senior year of high school.

So, he ignored it. Greg ignored the family name on all of the merchandise and swag he saw around the city. He ignored the change in the Mice’s record when they started winning games. He ignored all of it. It was easier to ignore it than acknowledge that he’d have to handle that some day, too. It was another weight on his shoulders he didn’t want to deal with.

But he could only ignore it for so long.

After college, and after he established himself working in the office with his father, he got pulled from a meeting early to go to lunch. Only, lunch didn’t involve food, just a mostly empty arena and a warm up for the team on the ice. Besides the coaches and the players, they were the only ones there, and it wasn’t exactly fun.

He got a bag of popcorn for his midday meal, and glass level seats, and normally, that would be just fine with him. He’d done it at a few matinee games, living off junk food and rooting for his team, but this was different. Because one day, it really would be his team, whether he wanted it to be or not.

And he really didn’t want it.

Jay Halstead didn’t know what he wanted to do when he finished high school. He knew it had to take his attention, be a good distraction from everything going on at home, not let him linger on any of it. With his brother off to school in New York and his mother in and out of the hospital with medical bills to keep up with, he didn’t have a lot of options. It had to be something with a steady income, enough to keep up with unforeseen expenses.

Hockey had started as a hobby, something he did at the local rec center when he had free time and a few extra bucks. He’d tried out for the Mice as a joke - maybe they weren’t a great team, but the paycheck would be enough to make a dent in the medical debt he was helping with while still paying for his own apartment. The fact that he made it on the team at all was some kind of miracle, and it felt like the universe, or some other force, was telling him he was doing exactly the right thing.

It was the final game of his first season with the team when he got a phone call from the bench. He didn’t even get to see the rare victory, too busy rushing to the hospital on the other side of the city. He picked his brother up at the airport the next day, and by the end of the weekend, they had to shift their efforts to planning a funeral instead of any other medical next steps. It meant the owner of the team wanted him gone, wanted him and his odd penchant for never showing up on time off the team.

He got lucky again. He was one of the players who had gained them as many small victories as they’d gotten in the months he was playing. He got another chance.

But after such a loss, it was hard to go back to live as usual. He could keep playing the game he’d grown to love, but it wasn’t enough of a distraction anymore. And, after another season, he didn’t exactly need that much money when the bills were paid and no longer accumulating. He was free and clear, he could quit and go off and do whatever he wanted with his life. He could even stop making money all together and live in his childhood bedroom where the fridge was always stocked with snacks and more beer than he could drink. It’s what he wanted to do, some days, give up and retreat, let the sadness take him and swallow him whole.

When that wasn’t an option, he did something else. Every single play that seemed a little too rough could end in a punch. He could skate a little faster and push a little harder. He could leave the ice with bruises or a bloody nose that made him feel a little more solid, like he was still a part of his own life instead of just floating through it. It wasn’t healthy, and it got him more penalties than he cared to count, and it almost made him lose everything. It almost got him kicked off the team, again, and that was when reality forced him to look it in the eye.

So Jay pulled himself back together again, made himself play the way he knew he could. It was less aggressive and more calculated, passing and scoring and improving the team’s record year after year.

It wasn’t like he did it singlehandedly, but he knew he was a big part of it, the Mice going from the worst team in the league to the top five in almost no time at all. And, when he heard whispers of the owner of the team coming to watch a practice one afternoon at the start of the season, he didn’t let that opportunity pass him by. He showed Mr. Gerwitz that keeping him around was a good idea, that he was very capable of playing at the level he needed to in order to keep his position on the team.

And, when he turned around and took his helmet off after scoring a warm up goal, he found that the only person near the bench who was even looking at him wasn’t the owner of the team at all - just his son.

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Tirzepatide GLP-1: A Breakthrough in Medical Weight Loss for Effective Obesity Treatment

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Gary Taubes came to prominence back in 2000 with a pathbreaking article in the New York Times Magazine reviewing the evidence about obesity and weight loss that challenged the still-prevailing-today wisdom. It was widely reviled and rejected in the medical and public health expert communities - by everyone, pretty much, except for those who had been utterly desperate to lose weight and keep it off.

I was one of those people who - well, I guess I'd say, in the context of this Tumblr blog and the zillions of girls here who have embraced precisely the mindset they have been taught by health and wellness classes, doctors, etc. - the belief that gaining or losing weight is simply calories eaten versus calories burned. And taught and internalized that your inability to lose weight, yours and mine both, was due to lack of willpower and self discipline. Eat less, move more … exhortations proffered by the experts to the masses even as obesity, type 2 diabetes, all the conditions now called metabolic syndrome, exploded in the population.

That article and Taubes' later books offered an alternative and scientifically persuasive, imao, shift in understanding the science of weight gain and loss, for me and increasingly for millions of failed dieters who ditched calories in / calories out model of obesity - understanding that the human body is not a “bomb calorimeter,” burning food to ash to determine heat generated. What the body does with food depends in the first place on the type of macronutrient - carbs, fats, and protein - and the mind boggling complex metabolic biochemistry that governs how they are processed, used, and stored. The most important part of that story, for most people looking to lose weight, is the hormone insulin, and how it essentially directs what happens to carbohydrates in the body.

A key takeaway for the girls here wanting to stop being obese is that insulin, which is stimulated by carbs being eaten, digested, and entering the bloodstream, will have the net effect of locking up that glucose rather than burning it as fuel, and keeping the fat already in the body that ought to be available to burn as fuel, locked up so that it can’t be burned. When I used to go on calorie restriction diets, I felt like I was hungry - starving - all the time.

Taubes and other metabolic scientists helped me understand that this wasn’t psychology or gluttony - my sense of starvation and ravenous hunger was real because I lacked access to the body’s energy stored as fat. It’s what has come to be called the carbohydrate-insulin (resistance) model of obesity versus the calories in / calories out model. The insulin closes off access to your fat to serve as energy - and, yes, you’re ravenous because you don’t have access to energy. And you won’t lose much weight permanently that way, because you can’t really lose weight if you aren’t burning off fat, and insulin in the metabolic pathway makes that very hard.

But science has marched on, and the science of metabolism has started to figure out something long suspected - that ordinary table sugar, sucrose, has unique properties beyond being the most highly digestible carbohydrate. Consisting of glucose and fructose chemically joined, the fructose half of table sugar has uniquely deleterious effects in the body. It’s probably pretty accurate to say that fructose is, all things equal, the most fattening molecule in the mammalian diet. Consumed not as whole fruit with fiber, but instead as sweetened beverages - not just soft drinks, but also as liquid fruit juices - it is a huge “obesogen.”

The biochemical and metabolic role of sugar in the body, as well as sugar’s social, cultural, and economic role in global obesity and metabolic disease, is the topic of “The Case Against Sugar.” The book goes deep into the metabolic science, but the takeaways are pretty clear, even if you’re a high school student and even if you hate math or science.

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Personal Training NYC: Elevate Your Fitness Journey

In the bustling metropolis of New York City, where time is a premium and the pursuit of wellness is ever-growing, personal training has emerged as a pivotal solution for achieving fitness goals. With a plethora of options available, finding the right personal trainer in NYC can be a game-changer for those seeking tailored fitness plans and expert guidance.

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The Science Behind Semaglutide and Tirzepatide.

✅Semaglutide

Semaglutide is a cutting-edge medicine that has garnered substantial attention for its effectiveness in advertising weight loss. Initially authorized for dealing with kind 2 diabetic issues, It has also been revealed to promote weight reduction in people without diabetic issues. It resembles the effects of GLP-1, a hormonal agent in the intestinal tracts that is important in managing hunger and sugar metabolism.

Semaglutide helps individuals feel full quickly and preserves that feeling of volume for a longer period. This satiety results in lowered calorie intake, making it easier for users to adhere to their weight management objectives. Medical tests have demonstrated that individuals using Semaglutide can shed approximately 15% of their body weight over a continual period, with several individuals reporting significant reductions in waist size and improved general health pens.

Furthermore, Semaglutide is given through a shot, making it an eye-catching selection for people with chaotic schedules. The treatment has gained popularity due to its excellent efficiency and easy-to-use administration, with countless people achieving sustained weight reduction when paired with a balanced diet plan and normal exercise. The extremely favorable feedback from those who have taken Semaglutide has cemented the fat-burning market.

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✅Tirzepatide

Tirzepatide is another innovative GLP-1 medication that has emerged as a powerful tool for weight management. Like Semaglutide, Tirzepatide was at first developed for treating kind 2 diabetes but has shown impressive capacity in assisting weight loss. It works through a twin device of activity by simulating GLP-1 and triggering another hormonal agent called GIP (Gastric Repressive Polypeptide), which enhances insulin secretion and controls hunger.

Research in a clinical setting has shown that Tirzepatide might result in more considerable fat burning contrasted to Semaglutide, as some people have accomplished average weight reductions of more than 20%. This noteworthy efficiency is thought to be a result of its ability to greatly affect the body's metabolic features, causing increased calorie burning and boosted fat breakdown.

Tirzepatide, similar to Semaglutide, is offered through a convenient regular shot, making it easy to integrate into one's regular. to popularity originates from the amazing outcomes observed in scientific tests and the favorable experiences of countless users who have efficiently utilized it to manage their weight. The pairing of Semaglutide and Tirzepatide marks a major innovation in weight management to acquire their preferred weight-loss goals.

How RX Slim Care Works?

✅Online Consultation

The journey with RX Slim Treatment begins with a simple online examination procedure. Possible users need to finish a quick health consumption quiz examining their medical history, existing weight, and weight loss goals. This quiz is designed to collect necessary info that will help qualified medical professionals identify one of the most appropriate therapy options for every person.

The online consultation supplied by RX Slim Care is a game-changer for individuals who may feel distressed or uneasy in conventional healthcare settings. By leveraging a digital platform, users can get personalized guidance and support from the convenience of their very own homes, removing the need to browse standard in-person appointments. This method streamlines the process of seeking clinical recommendations, releasing users from the restrictions of traveling and scheduling, and empowering them to take control of their weight-loss objectives.

✅Telehealth Consultation

Following the online appointment, people may need to join a telehealth assessment with a certified healthcare provider. This stage makes it possible for extra customized evaluation of the person's health and weight management demands. In the telehealth session, the medical professional will check out the information offered in the health survey and may present further inquiries to gain an extensive understanding of the person's health concerns.

The telehealth examination is an important facet of RX Slim Care's technique, as it enables healthcare providers to supply tailored referrals based on the individual's special circumstances. Whether a person has certain weight-related health problems or has formerly attempted various other weight reduction approaches, the clinician can create a tailored plan that aligns with their goals.

✅Prescription

After completing the telehealth appointment and validating the individual's eligibility for medication, the clinician can prescribe either Semaglutide or Tirzepatide. RX Slim Care is understood for its reliable prescription procedure, ensuring that users get their medications swiftly and without any avoidable hold-ups.

The prescription is tailored to the person's health demands, and the clinician might learn how to use the medicine properly. This tailored strategy encourages users to organize their weight management trip with the support of physicians who comprehend their certain challenges.

✅Medication Delivery

RX Slim Treatment manages the process of providing medications when a prescription is offered. Users can expect to obtain their medications at their doorstep within 24 to 48 hours of the prescription finished. This fast and reliable delivery service is a considerable facet of RX Slim Treatment, getting rid of the demand for individuals to directly go to a drug store.

Users can promptly start their fat-burning program with the comfort of home shipment, staying clear of added problems. Each therapy plan supplies a month's worth of prescribed medicine, enabling users to proceed with their trip smoothly.

✅Ongoing Support

One of the standout features of RX Slim Care is its commitment to continuous support for users throughout their weight management journey. When registered in the program, people can access unlimited messaging with U.S.-based doctors, allowing them to ask inquiries and look for support whenever needed.

The continual support supplied by the RX Slim Care group is extremely important, creating a feeling of responsibility and inspiration for users. Whether people require help handling their medications, obtaining nutritional suggestions, or obtaining determined, the group is always there to offer support. This regular help can greatly enhance the chances of achieving long-lasting success, helping users to remain committed to their weight management objectives.

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The convenience of RX Slim Care is just one of its crucial benefits.

✅Convenience

The solution is straightforward with a structured procedure from the first assessment to obtaining the drug. By getting rid of the requirement for in-person appointments, RX Slim Treatment allows people to receive clinical aid and treatment comfortably from their very own homes.

This degree of benefit is specifically helpful for those with active routines or wheelchair issues, as it removes the usual obstacles to looking for medical support. Users can finish the health consumption quiz and join telehealth examinations at their very own pace, making prioritizing their health and wellness simpler.

✅Accessibility to Effective Medications

RX Slim Treatment provides users access to scientifically proven medications, Semaglutide and Tirzepatide, which have revealed substantial efficacy in advertising weight reduction. These medications are based on scientific research and have been endorsed by healthcare specialists for their capability to help people achieve lasting outcomes.

RX Slim Treatment furnishes people with the tools they need to gain back control of their well-being and attain substantial improvements in their weight management trip. By blending professional medical support with scientifically backed approaches, the program provides a powerful strategy for attaining enduring weight management success.

Individualized Attention

At the core of RX Slim Care's ideas lies the idea of personalized attention. Every individual is provided with customized pointers that are crafted according to their certain health characteristics, ensuring that the suggested therapy is appropriate for their needs. This special technique enriches the performance of the weight management routine by considering components such as clinical background, day-to-day practices, and health issues connected to weight.

The telehealth examinations permit users to engage with healthcare professionals who can use insights and techniques particularly developed to support their weight-loss trip. This level of customized focus is commonly lacking in standard weight-loss programs, making RX Slim Care a standout option for those seeking an extra customized experience.

✅Discreet Service

RX Slim Care provides very discreet services for those who might find weight-related discussions to be a delicate issue. The company values users' privacy and has customized its solutions to be respectful and personal. Via online assessments and medication delivery to your home, users can work towards their weight management goals without really feeling vulnerable or

RX Slim Treatment offers a personal and non-judgmental area for individuals to address their weight, helping those who may feel embarrassed or distressed about looking for help to take control of their health with

Potential Drawbacks

Cost

While RX Slim Treatment supplies various benefits, it is vital to consider the prospective drawbacks, consisting of the cost related to the service. The program's beginning price is $299, which may be a substantial investment for some people. While numerous users locate ineffective medications and personalized care, others might be prevented by the ahead-of-time cost

Moreover, as RX Slim Treatment does not take insurance, individuals ought to anticipate paying for their entire treatment expenses themselves. This absence of insurance policy support might hinder access to certain potential clients, particularly those handling monetary troubles.

One possible constraint of RX Slim Treatment is its restricted schedule. Although the online system offers ease, there are some geographical restrictions. Specifically, homeowners of Louisiana, Mississippi, and New Mexico are not qualified for the program, which might prevent them from

Furthermore, online consultations need a steady internet connection and a compatible tool, which may present challenges for those who are much less acquainted with innovation and absence regular on the internet access.

Negative effects

Like any type of medication, Semaglutide and Tirzepatide include prospective negative effects. While lots of users tolerate these medications well, some might experience adverse responses, such as gastrointestinal issues, queasiness, or modifications in appetite. It is necessary for people taking into consideration RX Slim Care to recognize these potential negative effects and discuss them with their doctor during the examination process.

Understanding the feasible dangers related to these medications is essential for making notified choices about weight reduction treatment. RX Slim Treatment provides users with thorough information about the drugs and encourages open communication with healthcare specialists to address any type of problem.

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How to Get Started With RX Slim Care

Starting your trip with RX Slim Care is straightforward and practical. If you want to manage your weight or enhance your diabetes mellitus management using Semaglutide or Tirzepatide, RX Slim Care uses a very easy means to obtain these prescription drugs. Below is a comprehensive on how to start your experience with RX Slim Care:

· The initial activity to take is to visit the RX Slim Treatment website discovered at www.rxslimcare.com. Right here, you can check out information on the solutions offered and the types of medications that come.

· To start, you should develop an account as the 2nd step. Look for the "Subscribe" or "Get Begun" option, usually found on the main web page. You will certainly after that be asked to input personal details such as your name, e-mail, and password. By setting up an account, you obtain the capacity to monitor your progress, view appointment history, and connect with a physician.

· As soon as your account is established, you need to complete an in-depth clinical questionnaire. This action is critical as it supplies the healthcare providers with crucial info about your health condition, medical history, present medications, and weight-loss goals. Be honest and comprehensive in your responses to make sure that the doctor can make an enlightened choice about your suitability for Semaglutide or Tirzepatide.

· Next, set up a virtual consultation with a certified healthcare professional through our telehealth system. Throughout this remote video session, your carrier will certainly examine your case history, and discover your wellness objectives, issues, or queries you have regarding the suggested treatments.

· Throughout the telehealth appointment, the medical professional will certainly evaluate whether you get Semaglutide or Tirzepatide. They will certainly discuss the advantages and feasible drawbacks of the medication and determine if it fits your health condition and goals. This is likewise a possibility for you to elevate any inquiries or share any type of fear.

· If the healthcare provider figures out that Semaglutide or Tirzepatide fits you, they will certainly provide a prescription. This prescription is sent electronically to the pharmacy connected with RX Slim Care.

· Upon completion of the prescription processing, the medicine will certainly be sent to your home address. RX Slim Care ensures inconspicuous product packaging and punctual delivery so you can start your therapy efficiently.

· RX Slim Treatment gives constant support throughout your therapy journey. You will certainly have access to follow-up examinations with healthcare providers who can monitor your progression, adjust your therapy strategy if essential, and address any concerns. You can also contact the support group for support on drug usage and handling adverse effects.

Tips for an Effective Experience with RX Slim Treatment.

1. Be Honest and Thorough: When finishing the medical survey and throughout the telehealth consultation, supply exact and comprehensive information about your health condition and objectives. This ensures the doctor can make the very best choice for your treatment.

2. Ask Concerns: Don't think twice about asking concerns throughout your telehealth examination. Recognizing how Semaglutide or Tirzepatide works, prospective side effects, and what to expect during therapy can help you feel more confident and prepared.

3. Screen Your Progression: Track your weight reduction and any modifications in your health while using the drug. Normal monitoring aids you and your doctor assess the effectiveness of the treatment and make any kind of needed adjustments.

4. Remain in Touch: Utilize the follow-up appointments and support services offered by RX Slim Care. Continuous communication with healthcare providers ensures that you get the most effective possible treatment and can address any issues immediately.

5. Stick to the Therapy Plan: Comply with the suggested dose and use guidelines for Semaglutide or Tirzepatide. Uniformity is key to achieving the preferred outcomes and reducing possible negative effects.

Starting with RX Slim Care is a basic and effective procedure developed to give you with accessibility to effective weight-loss and diabetic issues management medications.

By following the steps outlined over, you can begin your trip towards much better health with the support of experienced healthcare providers and the comfort of on-the-internet clinical services. Keep in mind to be detailed in your first consultation, remain involved with follow-up support, and abide by your therapy to prepare for the most effective and feasible results. RX Slim Treatment offers an appealing remedy for individuals seeking to handle their weight and boost their total health from the convenience of their homes.

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Customer Experiences

▶️Testimonial from Sarah M. of Austin, TX

On her experience with RX Slim Care's online fat-burning program: Originally reluctant, Sarah discovered the examination process to be simple and the medical professionals to be extremely motivating. With the help of Semaglutide, she efficiently dropped 30 extra pounds within a short period leading to enhanced power levels and enhanced confidence.

▶️Testimonial 2: James R. from Seattle, WA

"After fighting with my weight for years and trying countless diet plans, I ultimately discovered RX Slim Treatment. The telehealth consultations were convenient, and I valued the individualized technique. The medicine functioned marvels for me, and I'm down 25 extra pounds. I very much recommend this program to any person wanting to make a real change."

▶️Testimonial 3: Emily T. from New York City, NY

"RX Slim Care has been a game-changer for me. I liked the service's discreetness; the ongoing support made a significant distinction. The group was constantly available to address my questions. I used Tirzepatide and lost 35 extra pounds in six months! I finally seem like I get on the ideal track."

Final Verdict for RX Slim Care

In summary, RX Slim Care supplies a convincing selection for those looking for reliable and easy ways to manage their weight. By supplying customized care and tested medications, this service makes it possible for users to start their fat-burning efforts with the assistance of a seasoned doctor. The added convenience of virtual examinations and home shipment of medications boosts the total procedure, making it possible for individuals to concentrate on their well-being without the problem of in-person medical professional checkouts.

While there are possible drawbacks, such as cost and availability, the countless benefits of RX Slim Treatment make it a worthwhile consideration for any person dealing with weight management. Real consumer experiences demonstrate the program's efficiency, with lots of individuals accomplishing considerable weight loss results and boosting overall health.

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FAQs about RX Slim Care

Q. What exactly is RX Slim Care?

RX Slim Treatment is an internet-based healthcare provider that provides weight control choices using recommended medications such as Semaglutide and tripeptide, as well as virtual clinical assessments.

Q. How do I get started with RX Slim Care?

Begin your RX Slim Treatment journey by taking the online health assessment on their website, which will certainly be adhered to by a virtual consultation with a certified healthcare professional.

Q. Start your fat-burning journey today by completing the test!

Using RX Slim Care doesn't require you to have insurance policy coverage. Instead, the firm supplies a self-pay alternative, where you can straight purchase and pay for your therapies without needing to include an insurance policy service provider.

Q. How does the medication delivery process work?

After getting your prescription, RX Slim Treatment will deliver the medication to your doorstep within 24 to 48 days.

Q. What kind of support can I anticipate after signing up?

Users can access endless messaging with U.S.-based medical professionals for ongoing support and support throughout their weight loss journey.

Q. Are there any kind of negative effects connected with Semaglutide and Tirzepatide?

Yes, feasible negative effects might consist of gastrointestinal problems, nausea, or modifications in appetite. It is very important to go over any concerns with your healthcare provider.

Q. How much weight can I expect to lose with RX Slim Care?

On have taken Semaglutide or Tirzepatide together with maintaining a balanced way of living have seen a substantial decrease in body weight, with losses ranging from 15

Q. Is RX Slim Care available in all states?

RX Slim Treatment is not currently available in Louisiana, Mississippi, and New Mexico. Can I help with anything else?

Q. What is the cost of the program?

The program's price begins at $299 and covers the preliminary examination along with medications.

Q. Can I cancel my subscription at any moment?

Users can cancel their memberships anytime, supplying flexibility and peace of mind.

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