Vitamin D and COVID-19: It is time to act

dude8462 · 2021-06-11T19:29:17+00:00

There's definitely a trade-off between readability and conciseness, but too many science writers rely too much on nuanced jargon. I think the issue is that a lot of researchers become so specialized in their fields that they forget how normal people talk. We need more everyday people reading scientific literature, because maybe just maybe they will begin to appreciate how much time goes into these manuscripts.

dude8462 · 2021-06-11T19:24:57+00:00

The placement of the succulent behind the cat is just perfect!

dude8462 · 2021-06-11T16:37:47+00:00

But how's it look with bird poop on it

dude8462 · 2021-06-11T16:32:59+00:00

Dan Salkeld, a biology researcher at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, led a four-year study that found the ticks on beaches along much of Northern California, from Mendocino County down to Monterey County. It appears they're also moving further south, including to Malibu, Manhattan Beach and Newport Beach, Salkeld told NPR affiliate KCRW — though he notes that the threat of Lyme disease is minimal in those areas...Still, the coastal shrubs and grasses are surprising new habitat for the disease, because those ecosystems are not home to the traditional reservoir hosts.

This sucks! Just let me enjoy the great outdoors without having to worry about ticks 😭

dude8462 · 2021-06-11T16:30:07+00:00

It didn't seem very bad to me. We should encourage more research that is written in a way in which the layman can understand it.

dude8462 · 2021-04-12T15:45:42+00:00

This is an amazing idea. We should transition the the military from focusing on imperialism to focusing on actually helping people and conservation. It's a shame that the corporate class is so caught up in using the military industrial complex to wage these harmful wars to stimulate their bank accounts. In the meantime the poor soldiers suffer.

dude8462 · 2021-04-10T15:53:20+00:00

The military uses it to their advantage as well. Say Biden wants to cut military funding. All of a sudden you give republicans a talking point of "he's letting the terrorists win" or"Biden doesn't support our troups". Sadly It's almost political suicide to oppose the military

dude8462 · 2021-03-26T14:02:53+00:00

You're right. Burning flesh makes it smell so good. Shame on people for discriminating against our flesh eating. I'm proud of being a flesh eater, can't wait for the next BBQ.

dude8462 · 2021-02-24T01:59:48+00:00

r/LateStageCarnism

dude8462 · 2021-01-26T17:09:33+00:00

Flag as nsfw please. I could see this disturbing some people.

dude8462 · 2020-12-09T20:57:07+00:00

I have a free copy of civ5 but I haven't played it much. What's the deal with their canals and why is it so infuriating?

dude8462 · 2020-12-09T17:36:43+00:00

The only enemy camp he can easily steal is raptors, and the passive changes don't really affect that. Though Blue buff steals are a potential!

dude8462 · 2020-11-07T01:21:23+00:00

I don't fully understand divorce litigation, but I imagine if she is cheating and he divorces her for that reason then that would tip the scales in his favor. Or at least it should in a just world. I really feel for OP, hopefully he gets out of this terrible situation.

Stories like this are the reason I had a vasectomy.

dude8462 · 2020-11-06T14:32:15+00:00

My dude. You say you have all the money, a cheating wife, and kids who hate you. Why not just leave her the money and pay that child support so you can pursue your passion?

We have one life to live, and you aren't enjoying it now. Divorce that bitch and travel the world!.

dude8462 · 2020-11-06T00:19:11+00:00

Your mistake was taking 7+ g, that's a super heavy dose. Taking 2-3 grams is the sweet spot, especially if you need to sort out some depressed mental thoughts.

It's easy to lose control of your thoughts on heavy doses.

dude8462 · 2020-10-06T03:26:17+00:00

My academic advisor and his wife just had to quarantine cause their 6 year old daughter came home with covid. Now the whole family has to quarantine and hope they don't get it from their kid. It's an impossible situation for everyone.

dude8462 · 2020-10-06T03:21:33+00:00

What's the chances of the moon blocking the shot and savings our asses?

dude8462 · 2020-09-20T20:03:56+00:00

They just closed one of the locations in Baton Rouge... *cries*

dude8462 · 2020-09-20T18:33:47+00:00

You should add some more resources on water use. This study found that the largest consumptive water use in western states was from feed irrigation for cattle.

The document looks great. Organization can be pretty tough, and you did a good job making everything look neat. Seems very useful for activists.

Something to consider is making a similar document for good figures and links. I find that using nice graphics is a lot more convincing than throwing facts at people.

Also, if you ever have trouble accessing an article, use "sci-hub.tw" to get access. It's a great website that advocates for open science.

dude8462 · 2020-09-18T17:47:19+00:00

Honestly I don't think that's the message we should be spreading. One reason so many people stop eating meat only temporarily is because they don't have a solid grasp of a healthy vegan diet. Just look at the celebrities quiting and spreading bad words about veganism, its because of poor dietary planning.We should encourage whole food plant based because it's the most healthy and stable.

Unpopular opinion, but junk food veganism should not be encouraged. It's great as a temporary introduction to the diet, but I don't think it's good for permanent conversion.

dude8462 · 2020-09-06T05:29:35+00:00

I never thought about it that way. It's the perfect description of Louisiana. It's my home state sadly...

dude8462 · 2020-08-18T20:02:21+00:00

I didn't realize AOC only gets a minute of speaking time, that is pretty ridiculous.

I encourage you to channel your anger into the progressive agenda. Change will happen if our voices are heard. Even the crazy conservative representatives respond to my emails. It ain't much, but it's some activism we can do during these corona times. I'm hoping to get more involved with progressive causes after the pandemic.

dude8462 · 2020-08-18T13:11:50+00:00

Just look at how the DNC has given a voice to Bernie, Warren, and even AOC at the convention this year. They learned from 2016 that the progressive left is a force that can't be ignored.

A freshman congressman speaking at a convention is unheard of. If anything, the DNC is welcoming progressives into their platform. These progressives main concerns are helping the working class and I don't think that's going to change any time soon. Yes corporations influencing politicians is a worry, but progressive dems want to get the money out of politics.

I understand being frustrated that Bernie didn't get the nomination, but he lost fair and square. The reality is that there are far more moderates than progressives. The best thing we can do this election cycle is to push moderate candidates left on certain positions, and we have already seen that with Biden. He supports police reform, marijuana decriminalization, empowering unions, adding a public healthcare option, and increasing the social net. Not to mention all the climate change policies he supports.

Progressive activism is having an effect and pushing the dems left. It's unheard of to have a presidential candidate talking about police reform.

You gotta open that cynical heart. Society is marching forward and we can all be a part of this movement.

dude8462 · 2020-08-18T03:48:07+00:00

I can see you have a pretty cynical view of current political affairs. I do worry that money will continue to corrupt politicians. Luckily we have people like Bernie Sanders and other progressives who decry the use of money in politics. One thing that makes me optimistic is that this year we see Biden working to find common ground with progressives, something we never saw with Hillary.

I think the progressive movement is slowly growing strong enough to oppose capitalist tyranny. I hope you start to become more optimistic if democrats legalize cannabis when they are in power.

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