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World Health Organization looks ahead to life without the US  Reuters
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Once a top hedge fund manager on Wall Street, Jason Karp‘s life was defined by speed, stress, and success. But in his early 20s, things took a sharp turn. Despite thriving professionally, his health was deteriorating. Doctors handed him grim diagnoses: multiple autoimmune conditions and a degenerative eye disease that would supposedly leave him blind by 30.
Their solution? Lifelong medication and a resigned acceptance of decline.
Karp chose a different path.
On the mindbodygreen podcast, Karp explains that what started as a desperate attempt to regain his health evolved into a deep investigation into the human condition—how we live, eat, and connect to the world around us. He immersed himself in ancestral health practices, began studying long-living populations (like those in the Blue Zones), and started making changes to his lifestyle.
He moved away from processed food, switched to whole, natural ingredients, and began questioning a medical system that often overlooks root-cause healing. Over time, his symptoms disappeared. Even his “incurable” eye condition began to reverse.
That transformation was more than personal. It sparked a mission: make healthy living actually accessible. Together with his wife and brother-in-law, Karp co-founded Hu Kitchen—a health-forward restaurant and snack brand that gained cult status for its no-compromise stance on ingredients. Think: no seed oils, no preservatives, just nutrient-dense, real food that tastes incredible.
He eventually sold Hu, but Karp wasn’t done. With HumanCo, his latest venture, he’s scaling that vision even further—building brands that prioritize human health, planet health, and transparency.
If Karp’s personal healing arc has taught him anything, it’s that wellness doesn’t require expensive tools, fancy biohacks, or robotic discipline. In fact, that approach might be doing more harm than good.
“I became neurotic about my health,” he admits, reflecting on a phase where he obsessed over his sleep score, bedtime, and the perfect diet. “We’ve overcomplicated what it takes to live a healthier life.”
Instead, Karp encourages a return to simplicity: sunlight, real food, joyful movement, and meaningful connection. “Most of what you need to live well is actually free,” he says.
In Karp’s eyes, one of the most overlooked threats to our health isn’t something we eat or inhale—it’s something we carry. Chronic stress, he says, is the hidden driver behind many of today’s most common diseases.
From persistently elevated cortisol levels to disrupted sleep and prolonged social isolation, the physiological toll of stress can quietly chip away at well-being. He explains that stress can magnify the impact of other unhealthy habits and accelerate disease progression.
That’s why Karp champions the fundamentals: regular movement, quality rest, natural light, and, most critically, human connection. Health, he argues, isn’t built solely in the kitchen or the gym—but in relationships, community, and a sense of belonging.
He often references the widely cited study that equates chronic loneliness to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. “Being with each other has incredible health benefits,” Karp says. Love, purpose, and shared experiences aren’t just nice-to-haves—they’re biological necessities. In a world that often glorifies hustle and independence, he reminds us that healing starts with connection.
One of Karp’s most impassioned critiques takes aim at the U.S. food regulatory system—a system, he argues, that prioritizes profit and convenience over public health. At the heart of his concern is the GRAS policy—”Generally Recognized As Safe”—which allows food companies to self-certify new ingredients as safe without independent FDA oversight.
“It’s a travesty,” he says bluntly. “There’s a long list of substances—from Red Dye No. 3 to asbestos—that were once stamped ‘safe’ until we discovered the long-term damage.” In his view, this loophole gives companies free rein to introduce synthetic additives into the food supply, often without rigorous safety testing or long-term studies.
Karp contrasts this with the European model, where the approach is far more cautious. “Over there, it’s guilty until proven innocent. Here, it’s innocent until proven guilty,” he explains. The result? Multinational food companies often produce safer, cleaner versions of their products for European markets—formulas that exclude artificial dyes, preservatives, and additives banned overseas. But in the U.S., those same products are often made with cheaper, potentially harmful ingredients.
This double standard is what drives one of Karp’s campaigns: eliminating artificial dyes from children’s foods. For him, it’s a matter of basic common sense: If cleaner, safer versions exist, why wouldn’t we demand the same for our children?
Karp reminds us that real health isn’t complicated. You don’t need cutting-edge tools or endless wellness trends to reclaim your health. You need to live like a human—connected, nourished, moving, and in sync with nature.
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Dialing 911 in a medical emergency is not something people expect to do, but when they do, they have expectations from a system largely unknown to them. People want and expect high quality, compassionate service, without delay, every time. That system takes dedicated individuals, working under difficult conditions, every day.
Each year, our nation honors the work of Emergency Medical Services professionals, including EMTs, paramedics and other prehospital care providers, and promotes awareness of their crucial role in public health and emergency care.
National EMS Week 2025 is celebrated this year from May 18 to 24.
The national theme for this year is “We Care. For Everyone.” This theme is befitting the dedicated spirit of EMS, responding quickly to provide lifesaving skills and compassionate service regardless of the nature of the call, the time of day or the patient’s ability to pay. The theme also seems to underscore the nature of two significant challenges faced by EMS systems: provider mental health and system funding.
EMS providers frequently face extremely stressful, time-sensitive situations most others will never experience. These stressors are real and may cause long-term consequences to those who serve. By caring as they do, EMS providers often put the needs of their patients and their co-workers ahead of their own. Eventually, these stressors can surface as mental, physical or emotional distress impacting their lives, relationships and even the ability to continue serving.
When someone accesses the 911 system and requests help, the EMS system swings quickly into gear every time, for everyone. Although most EMS systems have one foot in public safety and the other in health care, fiscal sustainability is a constant threat. The medical reimbursement structure is complex, messy and simply cannot sustain the system. Community funding often suffers because of this complexity, as many people don’t fully appreciate how poor medical reimbursement inadequately supplements the funding needs.
Each year, the La Plata County EMS Council looks for ways to both honor EMS providers and engage the community as part of the National EMS Week celebration. This year, we have partnered with regional EMS organizations and various supporters to bring an exciting and informative event to the region.
On May 22, at 7 p.m., we are hosting a free screening of the documentary film, “Honorable But Broken: EMS in Crisis,” at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. This 55-minute film explores the world of EMTs and paramedics, and the challenges our national EMS system faces. The film will be followed by a panel discussion with the filmmaker and local and state EMS leaders.
We would love to have a strong community presence at this event. Not only is this an opportunity to learn about the realities of EMS, it’s also a great opportunity to show support for your local and regional EMS agencies and the EMTs and paramedics who serve the community daily. The public is also cordially invited to join us at the reception before the film.
Scott Sholes has served the Durango area in EMS for the past 45 years. He is the EMS chief with Durango Fire & Rescue, chairman of the La Plata County EMS Council, chairman of the Southwest Regional Emergency and Trauma Advisory Council, and immediate past president of the Emergency Medical Services Association of Colorado.

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5 powerful tips to make pregnancy emotionally safer for every mom-to-be  Hindustan Times
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Health insurance is key to a strong country — it improves health and boosts our economy.
It is vital that all Americans have access to high-quality care through a mix of public and private coverage programs.
By Anthony A. Barrueta, Senior Vice President, Government Relations
Health coverage keeps people healthy and strengthens our economy.
At Kaiser Permanente, we support expanding health coverage, so that everyone has it. Unfortunately, millions of people are at risk of losing their coverage.
Potential Medicaid cuts could take away care from people with low incomes and people with disabilities. Enhanced premium tax credits that help people afford health coverage will expire after 2025.
Recently, policymakers have started to question whether health coverage improves health. We know for a fact that it does.
So, let’s take a look at how health insurance works — and why it’s so important that everyone has access to it.
Health insurance spreads medical costs across a large group of people. Since health care can be expensive and is often unpredictable, health coverage protects individuals and families from financial ruin. By also covering healthy people when they need less care, health insurance makes care more affordable and accessible for everyone. This economic security benefits society as a whole.
Health insurance in the United States is a mix of public and private coverage. People can get health insurance: 
Covered care often includes regular checkups, preventive screenings, emergency treatment, prescriptions, and hospital visits. 
Many people, especially those with private insurance, pay into a shared fund that covers the costs of their care. 
25% higher risk of premature death
for people without health insurance as compared to people with coverage.
To keep health insurance affordable and stable, insurers rely on a mix of healthy people and people with more health care needs to create a balanced pool of insured people. This balance helps spread out costs and keeps premiums stable. Without balance, premiums can rise sharply, causing people without immediate care needs to leave while people who have more need for care stay in the pool, leading to more imbalance. This is known as an actuarial “death spiral.” Avoiding this is critical to all health coverage programs, public and private alike. 
Recently, high deductible plans have become more common in both private insurance and public coverage. In an effort to keep premiums lower, these plans cover fewer expenses at first. Comprehensive coverage only starts once an individual has paid a certain amount of money out of pocket. 
To offset this, these plans often pair with health savings accounts that people and employers can contribute to. These accounts provide tax benefits to encourage people to save for future health costs. Preventive services, like checkups and screenings, are often fully covered and don’t require out-of-pocket costs. These features help ensure people can get the health care they need.
At Kaiser Permanente, we believe a mix of public and private coverage best serves America’s needs. Low- and no-cost government programs offer essential safety nets. Private insurers usually pay providers higher rates than public programs, help employers offer competitive benefits to their employees, promote competition, encourage new ideas, and give consumers more options.
Health coverage is clearly associated with better health outcomes. Research proves it. A few examples:
Health coverage helps people get care for small problems before they become big ones.
Health coverage is crucial for keeping hospitals open and medical professionals available in our communities. This is especially true in rural and underserved communities.
Since 2005, 192 hospitals in rural areas have shut down. Eight closed in 2023 alone.
States that haven’t expanded Medicaid face even greater challenges. These are states that chose not to raise the income limits for Medicaid, even though the Affordable Care Act allows it. In 2019, rural hospitals in these states were more than twice as likely to not get paid for services compared to rural hospitals in expansion states.
When more people have health coverage, hospitals’ funding is more reliable and stable. This allows them to invest in staff, technology, and expanded care options.
People who have health coverage are better employees.
They miss fewer days of work — thanks to preventive care that keeps them healthy.
And, they’re more productive because they feel healthy and well.
Policies that expand access to affordable health insurance support positive health and economic outcomes.
To ensure as many people as possible have access to health care and to improve health, we support policies that:
Health coverage is key to a strong country — it improves health, strengthens health systems, and supports economic growth.
By making coverage accessible we can create a healthier, more resilient future.
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Jim Cramer On Cardinal Health (CAH) “They Are Impressive”  Yahoo Finance
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