Tag Archives: healthcare

Civil war in the church!: Catholics tell bishops to stop playing doctor

By Kate McDonough Pope Francis last week issued an expansive document outlining the mission behind his papacy, including a strongly worded indictment of free market economics and the government leaders and corporate executives who are the system’s greatest beneficiaries. The … Continue reading

Posted in News from the Soul Brother | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

‘There are now two Americas. My country is a horror show’

By David Simon America is a country that is now utterly divided when it comes to its society, its economy, its politics. There are definitely two Americas. I live in one, on one block in Baltimore that is part of … Continue reading

Posted in Soul Brother Presents | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

An effective eye drug is available for $50. But many doctors choose a $2,000 alternative

By  Peter Whoriskey and Dan Keating The two drugs have been declared equivalently miraculous. Tested side by side in six major trials, both prevent blindness in a common old-age affliction. Biologically, they are cousins. They’re even made by the same … Continue reading

Posted in News from the Soul Brother | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

GOP Congressman Gets Fact Checked By His Own Constituents On Obamacare: ‘Stop Lying!’

By Sy Mukherjee Things got heated for Rep. Daniel Webster (R-FL) during a town hall question-and-answer session in White Haven, Florida on Thursday. His constituents called him out over his multiple votes to repeal the Affordable Care Act and his … Continue reading

Posted in News from the Soul Brother | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Read This Before You Believe The Obamacare Premium Spike Hysteria

By Igor Volsky While some states are reporting lower than expected health care premiums in the exchanges established by the Affordable Care Act, a growing number of Republican-controlled states — like South Carolina, Ohio, Indiana, Florida and Georgia — are … Continue reading

Posted in News from the Soul Brother | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Wipes in the pipes snarling sewers

They are touted as disposable and even flushable, but disinfecting wipes are causing headaches for operators of city sewer systems. The products appeal to consumers in part because of manufacturers’ claims that they can be conveniently flushed down the toilet. … Continue reading

Posted in News from the Soul Brother | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Black patients less likely to survive heart disease

We must take better care of ourselves by eating better (that means ditch the BBQ, the McD’s, etc), getting regular exercise (start by just walking around the block), and stop smoking & drinking. In addition, pick up a hobby (not … Continue reading

Posted in News from the Soul Brother | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Mo. voters reject key provision of health care law

Yesterday I posted an article about Proposition C and how pivotal to health care reform. When I voted, yesterday I did see Proposition C on the ballot and voted against it. I am disappointed. Mo. voters reject key provision of … Continue reading

Posted in News from the Soul Brother | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Missouri Voters to Have Say on Health Care Law

I live in Missouri, and I must say that the significance of this event or the event itself has not been on the local news. St. Charles get out and vote! Missouri Voters to Have Say on Health Care Law … Continue reading

Posted in News from the Soul Brother | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Recession Will Have Long-Term Effects on Black Kids

This information was not a surprise. As the saying goes, “When America sneezes, Black America has the flu.” However, the devastating impact to children was very surprising. Yes, they will live with the generational debt that the current and previous administration … Continue reading

Posted in News from the Soul Brother | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment