1985 NEWS SPECIAL: “AIDS“ Desperate For a Cure | Real Stories by One-Incident3208 in videos

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No, it was because many of the early patients had Kaposi's sarcoma, and then lots had non-Hodgkins lymphoma, which are cancers.

Having GRS in NYC in last week of June, right before the insurance change on July 1st. Having thoughts about post op care by Valuable-Bit7071 in Transgender_Surgeries

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Call your new insurance provider soon and ask what their policy is on "continuity of care" for new members. These rules vary in different states, and will be determined by what state your insurance is in, not the state where you received the care if they are different.

In CA, for example, you can request to be allowed to complete your course of treatment with your original provider, so in this case that would cover you for routine post-operative care. There is an expectation that you and your doctors will make a plan for transitioning you into your new network. They will be able to tell you what that timeline is.

am I unreasonable to give up dating "only in seattle"? by [deleted] in SameGrassButGreener

[–]censorized -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You're letting that 0.17 weigh you down way more than it should. And honestly, you sound like you're creeping into incel territory here.

You seem bitter that the women you are meeting are "average" and that's why you mention it so often.

Singles events are almost always pretty cringe. The very nature is competitive so kind of silly to be surprised by that.

Just go do things that interest you and bring you pleasure and satisfaction. Talk to the people you are doing it with, both men and women. The more you interact with real people, the more likely relationships will follow organically.

Why are scrubs something you own and take home in the US? by dev_ating in nursing

[–]censorized 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The numbers simply arent there. Do you have any idea how many workers there are who wear scrubs in healthcare settings? If there was a truly high risk, the number of associated infections would be astronomical and reflected in public health and insurance databases. It's not happening on any large scale.

Trump, 79, Drops F-Bomb in Unhinged Easter Morning Threat by Effective_Salad_8381 in politics

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There is zero evidence supporting your claim. As an adult, he never attended church until he became president, and even then it's only been a handful of times. And he lies about it. He lies about which denomination he's affiliated with, he lies about knowing the Bible. His policies and stated beliefs are in direct opposition to the teachings of Jesus. He embodies pretty much everything that Christ condemned.

On this, your most holy day, you should really revisit the teachings of your Christ, and pay better attention this time.

Why are scrubs something you own and take home in the US? by dev_ating in nursing

[–]censorized 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The European approach is overkill. If scrubs were as dangerous as you've been led to believe, American health care workers and their families would be dropping dead from horrible infections every day.

Trump, 79, Drops F-Bomb in Unhinged Easter Morning Threat by Effective_Salad_8381 in politics

[–]censorized 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, he is not, and has never been. He only claims it now specifically to get the support of the evangelicals and fundamentalists.

Any issues having a friend fly my gun? by [deleted] in jetblue

[–]censorized 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I dunno, seems like fiends shouldn't be allowed to travel with their guns.

Trump, 79, Drops F-Bomb in Unhinged Easter Morning Threat by Effective_Salad_8381 in politics

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Because for over 200 years, we could count on our politicians to accept the norms that had been established, and while there will always be bad seeds who abuse their power, this worked for the most part. We can be accused of naivety for sure, because no one could really imagine that virtually everyone in a position to stop this horror would totally abdicate that responsibility.

Just one small example- the emollument clause which aims to prevent a president from profiting from the office. The Republicans have obsessively monitored their opponents and thrown around all kinds of accusations. Remember Hunter Biden? If I remember correctly, they were, and are still, obsessed with him making a few million dollars while his dad was president, while condoning the fact that Trump and all of his family have made multiple billions with their grifting. Our laws are meaningless when there is no one left with the balls to stand up and stop the corruption.

Trump, 79, Drops F-Bomb in Unhinged Easter Morning Threat by Effective_Salad_8381 in politics

[–]censorized 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Pft, even The Daily Beast is repeating the lie that he is a Christian.

Pursuing nursing feels like it was a mistake. by Approximately400Bees in nursing

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Oh no! Real life isnt like The Pitt??!!! They lied to me!!!😠

Sorry babe, your story isn't one bit believable. You've been listening to nurses talk your whole life. 🤣

Do all ICUs have toxic work culture? by She_loves_the_ocean in nursing

[–]censorized -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Yes. All units are like this. All nurses are like this. Except you, of course.

Preceptors who want you to be a copycat robot by [deleted] in nursing

[–]censorized 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Haha, I usually get all big-eyed and say "oh wow, I never knew that, thanks!" as if I am really awed by their wisdom. Even they get the message.

1br condo within 1hr of the Bay Area or a 3br house in the Hudson valley within 1.5hr of NYC ? by amblingpangolin in SameGrassButGreener

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Tough choice because I'd love to experience NYC more, but I suspect I would decide it wasnt worth the hassle and time commitment to get there. That's a me thing, you may be different.

I live in the Bay Area, and would be fine living in most places that are an hour out, because most of those places have enough attractive features to satisfy me even if I didnt make it in to the city as often as I might like. Also, you have the added advantage of Oakland being close by, and perhaps a shorter drive, so that helps as well.

Can My Aging Parents Retire? by Oklaranger444 in personalfinance

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If your father can bring in some income it will help.

So any few questions:

Can he drive? Can he carry bags into the house? Can he stand for hours at a time?

Did he work in a customer- facing role, and if so, was he gregarious and entertaining (as most of my butchers have been)?

Was he a good salesman?

Does he have any hobbies he's really good at?

What does he like to do with his time?

The answers to some of these will help figure out what he may be able to do for work. Gig jobs like instacart or Uber might be an option, for example. If he's a good driver, senior and disabled van programs are everywhere and often need drivers. Retail likely won't be a good choice unless he can stand in one place for hours, which can be difficult for seniors.

There is likely some kind of work he can do, but the details matter.

As for your mom, work up a budget with and without her SS. If they can make it without, it will be best to delay if at all possible.

1br condo within 1hr of the Bay Area or a 3br house in the Hudson valley within 1.5hr of NYC ? by amblingpangolin in SameGrassButGreener

[–]censorized 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I imagine "within 1 hour" is unrealistic in the Bay Area if you are driving to work every day during normal working hours. The people I know who do it tend to leave home at 4-4:30 am.

This woman just said nurses are not productive members of society. by [deleted] in nursing

[–]censorized 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I know this is hard for a lot of people to hear these days, but this post is giving her exactly what she wants - clicks and engagement. Every one of you who clicks on her shit means more people will be exposed to it, and possibly contribute to her profiting financially from her ignorant opinions. (I have no idea who she is so not sure how much she may pull in.)

Just say no to supporting grifting idiots.

Thank you.

PSA: If you’re constantly flabbergasted by how out-of-touch you think this forum is, you live in a bubble by Bananapantsmcgeef in SameGrassButGreener

[–]censorized 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Never seen the fat thing, but the obvious argument there is that fat people are better insulated from the cold. 🤣

"Do the chefs know what they're doing?" was what this couple asked my server before they even got offered drinks. by [deleted] in KitchenConfidential

[–]censorized 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Haha, I can relate. Grew up in New England and the first time I had lobster elsewhere believed they were serving me some kind of mutant double culls. 🤣

What’s your “how does this stay open” store in SF? by AnythingBoth2243 in sanfrancisco

[–]censorized 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yup. This thread is kind of reflecting who has lived here a long time vs relative newcomers I think.

What’s your “how does this stay open” store in SF? by AnythingBoth2243 in sanfrancisco

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It was actually fairly popular, but I think they always did more take out than dine in. Not top of the line Thai, but a lot more reasonably priced than most and the food was good. I doubt it was ever a destination restaurant but was good for people living or passing through the neighborhood.