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Life's Wake Up Calls
After 12 long years, I finally have a family doctor. It isn't that I haven't received medical care, I have. I just haven't had a family doctor due to a shortage, so it was wonderful to meet the new doctor in my community and be taken on as a patient. Woohoo!
The bad news. He took my blood pressure and it's really high. This is a bit concerning as I've always had low blood pressure and I can't think what might have changed that it's so high right now. He's advised me to take my BP twice a day for the next two weeks and then he wants to see whether I need to go on meds or not. I can guarantee you I won't be going on meds and will be doing whatever I need to do to lower it.
I've been going on my regular bike rides around my area first thing in the morning, getting up as early as 4:00am to catch the sun rise. I've been richly rewarded in some of the photos I've captured and awed by every single sun rise. After wondering how far I really rode my bike, I finally downloaded the app to map my ride last night and remembered to set it a couple of blocks from home.
Although I'd been told my bike ride was probably only 10km, I kind of figured it was closer to 15Km and I was correct. It's actually over 15Km and I figure, based on the couple of blocks I missed today, it's probably about 15.25km for my circuit. I may have to start doing that twice a day to get my blood pressure down, although I haven't seen any one thing that'll do it, and do it relatively quickly.
I have to admit to being quite shocked at my blood pressure, and perhaps a reminder to take better care of myself. But that's what happens when you have no family doctor, you don't have any one doctor to keep tabs on anything. I had my blood pressure taken a couple of times over the last two years and both times it was normal/low, despite the stress I was under. I rarely went to the doctor, as I figured my issues were minimal.
I guess this was my wake-up call.
The bad news. He took my blood pressure and it's really high. This is a bit concerning as I've always had low blood pressure and I can't think what might have changed that it's so high right now. He's advised me to take my BP twice a day for the next two weeks and then he wants to see whether I need to go on meds or not. I can guarantee you I won't be going on meds and will be doing whatever I need to do to lower it.
I've been going on my regular bike rides around my area first thing in the morning, getting up as early as 4:00am to catch the sun rise. I've been richly rewarded in some of the photos I've captured and awed by every single sun rise. After wondering how far I really rode my bike, I finally downloaded the app to map my ride last night and remembered to set it a couple of blocks from home.
Although I'd been told my bike ride was probably only 10km, I kind of figured it was closer to 15Km and I was correct. It's actually over 15Km and I figure, based on the couple of blocks I missed today, it's probably about 15.25km for my circuit. I may have to start doing that twice a day to get my blood pressure down, although I haven't seen any one thing that'll do it, and do it relatively quickly.
I have to admit to being quite shocked at my blood pressure, and perhaps a reminder to take better care of myself. But that's what happens when you have no family doctor, you don't have any one doctor to keep tabs on anything. I had my blood pressure taken a couple of times over the last two years and both times it was normal/low, despite the stress I was under. I rarely went to the doctor, as I figured my issues were minimal.
I guess this was my wake-up call.
Why is depression so depressing? part...one
I know I am not alone when asking a question as simple as this… yet the answer is not quite easily rendered. I have often stated and will continue to do so when I say… I have given my negative energy a label, name and/or title. I refer to my depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts and all other negative burdens that plague me from time to time as DRCH. Not the typical darkness you may think of… such as being in a room with the lights off or being blind folded from what is going on around you… no… simply DRCH.
I have chosen to recognize my afflictions and took out the vowels because the sounds of words become more lively and beautiful with those melodic little letters. Using the full caps shows its harshness that is the negative burdens and the lack of a,e,I,o,u and the elusive y… DRCH has no fluffy-feely spirit. I know and I have gone over this topic so many times before… even though there are millions of us who live with and battle these negative traits… we only share similar symptoms.
Much like most afflictions… we can see a comparison of suffering… yet we do it alone. If you have come across people along the way who try and offer advice and comforting words… just thank them and appreciate they are trying to care. For them to understand is pretty much harder if they don’t suffer as we do. Now then there are those who think or say… oh just get over it… cheer up… its get better; sorry you know as I do… that is not how it works. Often people are confusing depression with sadness and I try and share with what I go through when an attack creeps up on me… or better yet… DRCH comes to play. There are so many web articles and information on signs and symptoms… yet it up to us the depressed to talk about our condition.
I spent over 40 years never talking about what goes on in my head and heart before, during and after an episode… felt I had to do this because people would look at me differently, cast me aside or straight up push me out of their lives. Wasn’t until the past few years I have become fully comfortable talking about all of it… that even includes my three suicide attempts… failed of coursed. Lol
I know most folks think those of us who have these negative entities inside of us; just need religion to cure all. I know me and who I am… all of me and religion, medicine, therapy and other so-called fixes are not the answer. Now I will say this… if you have found your coping device… live and struggle day to day with your ailment… good for you. It took me 46 years to find a connection to something or better yet knowing there is actually something out there that helps me… it is Discordianism.
When I first heard the story of ‘The Original Snub’… I felt without a doubt I have found a positive focus and still running with it. Discordians are often also known as Erisians.
The religion stresses the value of randomness, chaos, and disagreement. Among other things, the first rule of Discordianism is that there are no rules. Many consider Discordianism to be a parody religion (one that mocks the beliefs of others).
However, Discordians can argue that the act of labeling Discordianism a parody merely reinforces the message of Discordianism. Just because something is untrue and absurd does not make it without meaning. Also, even if a religion is humorous and its scriptures full of ludicrousness, that does not mean its followers are not serious about it.
Discordians themselves do not agree on the matter. Some embrace it largely as a joke, while others embrace Discordianism as a philosophy. Some literally worship Eris as a goddess, while others consider her merely a symbol of the messages of the religion.
There is tons of information on Discordian, Eris… the lady of Discordia and all the hodge/podge you will need out there on the net… I was merely trying to share what I try and feel is part of how I get by with the DRCH.
....to be continued...
I have chosen to recognize my afflictions and took out the vowels because the sounds of words become more lively and beautiful with those melodic little letters. Using the full caps shows its harshness that is the negative burdens and the lack of a,e,I,o,u and the elusive y… DRCH has no fluffy-feely spirit. I know and I have gone over this topic so many times before… even though there are millions of us who live with and battle these negative traits… we only share similar symptoms.
Much like most afflictions… we can see a comparison of suffering… yet we do it alone. If you have come across people along the way who try and offer advice and comforting words… just thank them and appreciate they are trying to care. For them to understand is pretty much harder if they don’t suffer as we do. Now then there are those who think or say… oh just get over it… cheer up… its get better; sorry you know as I do… that is not how it works. Often people are confusing depression with sadness and I try and share with what I go through when an attack creeps up on me… or better yet… DRCH comes to play. There are so many web articles and information on signs and symptoms… yet it up to us the depressed to talk about our condition.
I spent over 40 years never talking about what goes on in my head and heart before, during and after an episode… felt I had to do this because people would look at me differently, cast me aside or straight up push me out of their lives. Wasn’t until the past few years I have become fully comfortable talking about all of it… that even includes my three suicide attempts… failed of coursed. Lol
I know most folks think those of us who have these negative entities inside of us; just need religion to cure all. I know me and who I am… all of me and religion, medicine, therapy and other so-called fixes are not the answer. Now I will say this… if you have found your coping device… live and struggle day to day with your ailment… good for you. It took me 46 years to find a connection to something or better yet knowing there is actually something out there that helps me… it is Discordianism.
When I first heard the story of ‘The Original Snub’… I felt without a doubt I have found a positive focus and still running with it. Discordians are often also known as Erisians.
The religion stresses the value of randomness, chaos, and disagreement. Among other things, the first rule of Discordianism is that there are no rules. Many consider Discordianism to be a parody religion (one that mocks the beliefs of others).
However, Discordians can argue that the act of labeling Discordianism a parody merely reinforces the message of Discordianism. Just because something is untrue and absurd does not make it without meaning. Also, even if a religion is humorous and its scriptures full of ludicrousness, that does not mean its followers are not serious about it.
Discordians themselves do not agree on the matter. Some embrace it largely as a joke, while others embrace Discordianism as a philosophy. Some literally worship Eris as a goddess, while others consider her merely a symbol of the messages of the religion.
There is tons of information on Discordian, Eris… the lady of Discordia and all the hodge/podge you will need out there on the net… I was merely trying to share what I try and feel is part of how I get by with the DRCH.
....to be continued...
Ivermectin, the true facts.
In response to: You may have seen ads on television for Heartgard, which prevents heartworm disease in dogs, and treats and controls intestinal worms in animals. One of two active ingredients in Heartgard is ivermectin.
Ivermectin is a broad spectrum anti-parasitic, with approved uses in animals and humans. The drug was developed in the late 1970s. In veterinary medicine, it is indicated to prevent and treat heartworm. In humans, ivermectin is indicated for, among other conditions, two neglected tropical diseases, river blindness (onchocerciasis) and lymphatic filariasis.
Bizarrely, in right-wing political circles, ivermectin has become increasingly popular as an antidote to Covid-19. The drug is embroiled in a Covid-19 culture war that pits (as yet) unproven treatments against proven measures, such as vaccines. On Friday, August 27th, in a speech at the Texas Youth Summit, Representative Louie Gohmert touted ivermectin as an effective treatment for Covid-19, despite there being no substantiated scientific evidence to back this up.
Gohmert is not alone in spreading misinformation. Social media is rife with assertions that ivermectin is beneficial for preventing and treating Covid-19. As a result, in a number of states poison control centers are being inundated with calls from people who’ve taken ivermectin and are experiencing severe adverse effects. In response, the Food and Drug Administration has been urging people not to ingest ivermectin, with colorful tweets like this one: “You are not a horse. You are not a cow. Seriously, y’all. Stop it.”
Many talking heads have taken to the airwaves to decry what appears to be irrational behavior on the part of ivermectin enthusiasts. Rachel Maddow of MSNBC said: “Literally people won’t take the vaccine because they’re super suspicious of that, but they’re taking horse deworming medication that they’re buying at a feed store.”
The unfolding ivermectin culture war is reminiscent of last year’s polarizing debate on hydroxychloroquine. Hydroxychloroquine is another rather old drug, indicated for malaria. Like ivermectin, hydroxychloroquine is on the World Health Organization’s essential drug list. Essential medicines support the priority healthcare needs of patients, particularly in developing nations, and are selected based on their public health relevance, evidence of safety and efficacy, and comparative cost-effectiveness.
Of all drugs right-wingers would have gravitated to, ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine are most unusual candidates, in that they’re largely used in humans in developing nations for conditions rarely seen in the U.S.
All the talk of ivermectin being a deworming agent for animals doesn’t do justice to its crucial role in combating two devastating neglected tropical diseases in humans: River blindness and lymphatic filariasis. These diseases impose a significant burden on public health, especially in developing nations.
In 1987, the pharmaceutical company Merck established the Mectizan (ivermectin) donation program. This program is considered an exemplar among drug donation arrangements. Three hundred million people have been treated with ivermectin, donated by Merck in more than 30 countries.
So, ivermectin has proven human uses, but Covid-19 is not one of them. And, the company that manufactures ivermectin, Merck, has explicitly stated this. There are several ongoing clinical trials involving ivermectin as a possible treatment of Covid-19. But, at present there aren’t any validated data on ivermectin’s efficacy against Covid-19 in people.
Ivermectin is a broad spectrum anti-parasitic, with approved uses in animals and humans. The drug was developed in the late 1970s. In veterinary medicine, it is indicated to prevent and treat heartworm. In humans, ivermectin is indicated for, among other conditions, two neglected tropical diseases, river blindness (onchocerciasis) and lymphatic filariasis.
Bizarrely, in right-wing political circles, ivermectin has become increasingly popular as an antidote to Covid-19. The drug is embroiled in a Covid-19 culture war that pits (as yet) unproven treatments against proven measures, such as vaccines. On Friday, August 27th, in a speech at the Texas Youth Summit, Representative Louie Gohmert touted ivermectin as an effective treatment for Covid-19, despite there being no substantiated scientific evidence to back this up.
Gohmert is not alone in spreading misinformation. Social media is rife with assertions that ivermectin is beneficial for preventing and treating Covid-19. As a result, in a number of states poison control centers are being inundated with calls from people who’ve taken ivermectin and are experiencing severe adverse effects. In response, the Food and Drug Administration has been urging people not to ingest ivermectin, with colorful tweets like this one: “You are not a horse. You are not a cow. Seriously, y’all. Stop it.”
Many talking heads have taken to the airwaves to decry what appears to be irrational behavior on the part of ivermectin enthusiasts. Rachel Maddow of MSNBC said: “Literally people won’t take the vaccine because they’re super suspicious of that, but they’re taking horse deworming medication that they’re buying at a feed store.”
The unfolding ivermectin culture war is reminiscent of last year’s polarizing debate on hydroxychloroquine. Hydroxychloroquine is another rather old drug, indicated for malaria. Like ivermectin, hydroxychloroquine is on the World Health Organization’s essential drug list. Essential medicines support the priority healthcare needs of patients, particularly in developing nations, and are selected based on their public health relevance, evidence of safety and efficacy, and comparative cost-effectiveness.
Of all drugs right-wingers would have gravitated to, ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine are most unusual candidates, in that they’re largely used in humans in developing nations for conditions rarely seen in the U.S.
All the talk of ivermectin being a deworming agent for animals doesn’t do justice to its crucial role in combating two devastating neglected tropical diseases in humans: River blindness and lymphatic filariasis. These diseases impose a significant burden on public health, especially in developing nations.
In 1987, the pharmaceutical company Merck established the Mectizan (ivermectin) donation program. This program is considered an exemplar among drug donation arrangements. Three hundred million people have been treated with ivermectin, donated by Merck in more than 30 countries.
So, ivermectin has proven human uses, but Covid-19 is not one of them. And, the company that manufactures ivermectin, Merck, has explicitly stated this. There are several ongoing clinical trials involving ivermectin as a possible treatment of Covid-19. But, at present there aren’t any validated data on ivermectin’s efficacy against Covid-19 in people.
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Fight against or Live with Loneliness?
Still very very difficult to confront loneliness no matter how hard i try to be strong!
I have been feeling so alone of late,
I don't have the words to explain why,
nor do I think anyone really cares, not through any malice or intent.
Just because each of us spends so much time confronting or hiding from our own loneliness that we fail to recognise it in others,
I think Hermann Hesse has done better job explaining it than I ever could hope to.
In The Fog by
~Hermann Hesse~
It's strange to wander in the fog!
A lonely bush, a lonely stone,
No tree can see the other one,
And one is all alone.
The world was full of friends back then,
As life was light to me;
But now the fog has come,
And no one can I see.
Truly, no one is wise,
Who does not know the dark
Which inevitably and silently
Does from others him part.
It's strange to wander in the fog!
Life is loneliness
No Man knows the other one,
And one is all alone.
Have a great day peeps
nor do I think anyone really cares, not through any malice or intent.
Just because each of us spends so much time confronting or hiding from our own loneliness that we fail to recognise it in others,
I think Hermann Hesse has done better job explaining it than I ever could hope to.
In The Fog by
~Hermann Hesse~
It's strange to wander in the fog!
A lonely bush, a lonely stone,
No tree can see the other one,
And one is all alone.
The world was full of friends back then,
As life was light to me;
But now the fog has come,
And no one can I see.
Truly, no one is wise,
Who does not know the dark
Which inevitably and silently
Does from others him part.
It's strange to wander in the fog!
Life is loneliness
No Man knows the other one,
And one is all alone.
Have a great day peeps
My New Year - is here...2020...
It is now 31 December 2019...
My plans are:
HAPPINESS
Yours...?
We are all getting ready for the Christmas holidays...
At least my family and friends are...
Staying at home, avoiding the traffic, or going to some resort.
Food, Drinks, Swimming, Playing with the animals, and lots more.
Some will spend their Christmas Bonuses, very quickly...while some won't get...
While some will save as much as possible thinking forward to the coming year...
and what if that something goes wrong...
The Holidays:
Can't wait...!
My plans are:
HAPPINESS
Yours...?
We are all getting ready for the Christmas holidays...
At least my family and friends are...
Staying at home, avoiding the traffic, or going to some resort.
Food, Drinks, Swimming, Playing with the animals, and lots more.
Some will spend their Christmas Bonuses, very quickly...while some won't get...
While some will save as much as possible thinking forward to the coming year...
and what if that something goes wrong...
The Holidays:
Can't wait...!
Smoking banana peels.
I have heard you can get high from smoking banana peels, I dont know if its true or not. Probably people here have tried it, so is it any good? Are there any risks associated with it and is it safe for pregnant teenagers?
online today!
Yeah . . . . Its Happening Again
More anxiety and depression tonight.
I donno, maybe its just meant to be that way.
I donno, maybe its just meant to be that way.
Sadly PubMed is no longer a reliable source of information
Sadly PubMed is no longer a reliable source of information unless rigorously checked first by the readers.
Predatory articles regarding the covid vaccine and Ivermectin are rife in Pubmed publications.
The ONLY way to find out if Ivermectin is a safe and useful medicine for COVID is to ask a medical expert.
In response to: The inclusion of predatory journals in databases is problematic because it means that they can inflate author metrics, say physiologists Andrea Manca and Franca Deriu at the University of Sassari in Italy, who worked on the study identifying predatory journals in PubMed. This can make a difference in countries where career advancement strictly depends on these metrics.
In 2017, in an effort to address the problem of predatory journals, PubMed issued guidelines on the titles authors should publish in. But keeping track of these titles is difficult, say Manca and Deriu. “Predatory journals are continuously changing names and publishers, and keep growing in number as we speak.”
In 2017, in an effort to address the problem of predatory journals, PubMed issued guidelines on the titles authors should publish in. But keeping track of these titles is difficult, say Manca and Deriu. “Predatory journals are continuously changing names and publishers, and keep growing in number as we speak.”
Predatory articles regarding the covid vaccine and Ivermectin are rife in Pubmed publications.
The ONLY way to find out if Ivermectin is a safe and useful medicine for COVID is to ask a medical expert.
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