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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
Why Poverty Persists in America
Why Poverty Persists in By Matthew Desmond Thanks to Diana C. Published March 9, 2023 Updated March 13, 2023 in the NYT This article is adapted from Matthew Desmond’s book “Poverty, by America.” It is being published on March 21 by Crown. In the past … Continue reading
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The Silicon Valley Back Rescue/Bailout – what does it mean?
Thanks to Frank C. Also see the Op-Ed piece by Paul Krugman in today’s NYT. It remains to be seen, how the jitters play out over the next several days.
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Aggressive Medical Care Remains Common at Life’s End
Ed note: This article reminds us to check and see if our POLST Packet is up to date (the POLST, medical information and durable power of attorney for health care – DPOA-HC). If you’re looking for an excellent book, consider … Continue reading
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How many have you caught today?
Thanks to Sybil-Ann Rain was pouring down outside O’Connor’s Irish Pub…. There standing in front of a big puddle outside the pub was an old Irishman, drenched, holding a stick, with a piece of string dangling in the water. A passer-by … Continue reading
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Quarterly edition of the UW Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center
Hello readers! The UW Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, in partnership with the UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center, is pleased to bring you the Spring 2023 edition of Dimensions! In this issue: The Memory Hub: One Year In! Sleep and Dementia Risk … Continue reading
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Here’s Why the Science Is Clear That Masks Work
Ed note: It’s disheartening that there is still controversy about wearing masks. One camp feels that “it’s time to live with COVID and get on with life without masks.” Another group feels that “it’s no big deal to wear a … Continue reading
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Daylight savings at Stonehenge
Thanks to Mary M.
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Want some good news?
Thanks to Pam P. Today’s top good news story — A hydrogen-powered commuter airplane just made a historic, record-setting flight Last week in Washington state, a 40-person airplane powered by hydrogen fuel successfully made a historic flight. The … Continue reading
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Pioneers in Aging Series from the King County Library System
Here’s a link that will get you to the PIONEERS IN AGING series. The presentations are on Zoom but you will need to register separately for each talk, on Mondays at noon. April 24, Maria Kliavkoff, “Creating Compassionate Grief Communities” … Continue reading
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What’s the secret to a better night’s sleep? Thursday 11:30 AM in the Mount Baker Room
Ed note: We’re fortunate to have Dr. Peters-Mathews return to Skyline once again. This time he’ll be talking about the common problem of insomnia. He’s one of the few sleep specialists who has an active interest in this subject. He’ll … Continue reading
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Getting ready to procrastinate
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The egg shortage won’t end anytime soon. Here’s why
by Sophia Sun in Crosscut Washington ecologists and farmers are scrambling to slow the avian flu — and get cartons back on grocery shelves. While people search for fresh chicken eggs for their frittatas and avocado toast, Washington farmers and egg … Continue reading
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Why Do We Change the Clocks, Anyway?
The twice-yearly ritual has roots in cost-cutting strategies of the late 19th century. A bill to make daylight saving time permanent has re-emerged in Congress. By Alan Yuhas in the NYT Hello. You may be here to learn when is daylight … Continue reading
Action alert for EOL Washington
One more action to go, and we need your help! The hearing for SB 5179, Protecting Access to Medical Aid-in-Dying, in the House Health Care & Wellness Committee is Monday, March 6, at 8 a.m. PT. … Continue reading
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Did you get the best tow truck driver?
Ed note: My own experience was having a totally dead electrical system (blown big fuse) in my car on B2. AAA arrived and couldn’t get the problem fixed and, of course, a tow truck can’t fit into the garage. So … Continue reading
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When do the privileged feel like victims? When others seek equality
Thanks to Marilyn W. By Naomi Ishisaka Seattle Times columnist It seems whenever I write about structural power and privilege, people who benefit most from those systems respond that they are now victims of an unfairly stacked deck. A few weeks … Continue reading
Need a home visit for urgent care?
Here’s a note from a resident who utilized the services of dispatchhealth: https://www.dispatchhealth.com/. This is not an endorsement but there now have been three positive comments on the urgent health care they can offer in your home 8 AM to … Continue reading
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Sign in Terraces – a reminder
On Feb. 22nd there were 4 COVID infected Terraces’ residents on the 8th floor and one on floor 12th. Updates will be posted when available. Masks remain required there. Suggest a N-95 if you visit. Ed note: I asked ChatGPT … Continue reading
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