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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
Dementia is developing in a smaller proportion of older Americans over time
ANN ARBOR, Mich.—In a hopeful sign for the health of the nation’s brains, the percentage of American seniors with dementia is dropping, a new study finds: “A Comparison of the Prevalence of Dementia in the United States in 2000 and … Continue reading
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Seattle nostalgia
From Crosscut: “The media is full of stories bemoaning change in Seattle. Old cafes closing, landmarks demolished, efforts to save legacy businesses like that dive bar down the street. There are more construction cranes dotting the skyline than in any … Continue reading
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“When he said he’d bring back coal, I didn’t think he meant as seasonal work.”
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Can we “solve” the obesity epidemic with medical devices?
The above device, called AspireAssist was recently approved by the FDA for qualifying individuals with morbid obesity (a BMI of 35 to 55). With obesity reaching epidemic proportions in developing countries, multiple solutions have been sought. The physiology of weight gain … Continue reading
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In Mexico, Murray joins united front against Trump
From Crosscut: “MEXICO CITY — Continuing his defiant tone following the presidential election, Mayor Ed Murray insisted that Seattle will continue to press forward on climate change whatever the policies of the Trump administration. On his first official trip to … Continue reading
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INTRODUCING iBIAS, THE WEARABLE DEVICE THAT CUSTOMIZES THE NEWS BASED ON WHAT YOU ALREADY BELIEVE
This New Yorker not-so-far-from-the-truth article pokes fun at all sides on the way we tune in to what we already believe. Enter the I-BIAS, the wearable device that knows just what you want to hear from the media. Click here … Continue reading
A new 1.7 acre park coming on Yesler
From Seattle Parks and Recreation – Yesler Neighborhood Park: “The scope of this project is to develop a 1.7-acre neighborhood park that is part of the Yesler Terrace Master Planned Community. The intent of the park is to serve as a … Continue reading
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Human population through time
From Aeon: “From our origins in Africa, humans began migrating around the globe roughly 100,000 years ago. But it was only with the advent of agriculture about 12,000 years ago that our population started to swell to more than a million. This data … Continue reading
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To Die of Having Lived
Published author Rick Rapport has written about his personal experiences with patients, doctors and families in crisis when near death. Dr. Rapport is a colleague and Clinical Professor of Neurosurgery at nearby Harborview Hospital. He has given permission to link … Continue reading
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ATTEND THE CONVENTION CENTER ADDITION PUBLIC BENEFITS OPEN HOUSE 12/7
To build the Washington State Convention Center Addition project, the Washington State Convention Center (WSCC) is requesting that the city vacate three alleys and underground portions of Olive Way and Terry Avenue. The project will pay for these rights of … Continue reading
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The new trend
“Mom, Billy’s acting Presidential again.”
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This is the final resting place of your cast-off clothing
From Aeon: “When people in the West throw their clothes away, their cast-offs often go on a journey east, across the oceans, to India’s industrial interior. From the Kutch District of western India to the northern city of Panipat, garment … Continue reading
The Panama Hotel and Teahouse – a nearby National Treasure
If you walk or drive down 6th Avenue toward the International District, you’ll find a National Treasure at the corner of 6th and Main Street – the Panama Hotel. This 105 year old building is the subject of the historical … Continue reading
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Sans Teeth, Sans Eyes? Shakespeare’s Views on Aging Aren’t That Simple
“With mirth and laughter let old wrinkles come.” Shakespeare’s views on aging are evaluated in the following essay. As the psychologist author says, innumerable studies still could still be done to evaluate the complex and conflicting ideas expressed in Shakespeare’s … Continue reading
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Want to Know if the Election was Hacked? Look at the Ballots
In an election where the loser wins, some checking of ballots might be in order. An article by A. Alex Halderman, a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Michigan, makes a strong argument that audits of the electronic … Continue reading
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Bill Gates’ summer books of 2016
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Bill Moyers writes about the election
From Michael C: “America died on Nov. 8, 2016, not with a bang or a whimper, but at its own hand via electoral suicide. We the people chose a man who has shredded our values, our morals, our compassion, our … Continue reading
Cascadia Sanctuary
From Crosscut: “While Mayor Ed Murray talks about Seattle as a “sanctuary city” for immigrants, we Northwesterners might want to expand the reach of this idea to include the region as a whole, and millions of other people, including Americans … Continue reading
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“Hamilton” cast delivers a message to V.P. Pence
In a remarkable performance of “Hamilton” the cast made a dramatic statement to the Vice President elect who attended the performance. Trump has taken offense on Twitter and demanded an apology. A taste of things to come it appears. Click here … Continue reading