Unwanted Pregnancies?

Contraceptive app under fire for causing unwanted pregnancies

Apparently there are some people who work at @engadget who don’t understand what causes pregnancy. An app can’t cause pregnancy, sex causes pregnancy. No app or other method is 100% effective.
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Drinking Raw Water

‘Raw water’ is the latest health craze. Here’s why drinking it may be a bad idea.

First world problems. Do you really want to drink untreated water from a spring where animals may have relieved themselves? 😜
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Cash Only

What Happens When Doctors Only Take Cash

My family doctor (GP) runs a cash only business (You should hear him talk about Obamacare)

Finally! Converse makes Chuck Taylors with arch support

The new Converse Chuck Taylor All Star II Hi Sneaker offers modern new features without compromising classic style. The fresh new Chuck II sports a clean monochrome canvas upper with an extra set of laces to customize your look, super soft microsuede lining, and Lunarlon sockliner for lightweight cushion and arch support. Features include High top style constructed with premium canvas uppers and perforated, micro-suede lining for maximum comfort Lace-up closure for a comfortable fit Non-slip, padded tongue for 360 degree comfort around the ankle and instep Signature Chucks rubber cap toe offers protection and durability Lunarlon sock-liner provides optimal cushion and arch support Converse rubber out-sole provides flexible traction.

Source: Converse Chuck Taylor All Star II Hi Sneaker

Can’t wait to wear a pair! The Doctor could have used a pair like this with all the running he does.

Zombies, Run! Is All New

No more waiting. No more counting down the days. It’s here. All New Zombies, Run! has launched on all platforms and we could not be more excited. To celebrate, we’ve asked the sublimely talented Shannon Ehrola to create a comic all about our big news. Check it out below! As usual, don’t forget to give Shannon some love for her amazing work, and let us know what you think about the latest changes!

Source: Zombies, Run! — All New Zombies, Run! Launch Comic

Zombies, Run! is one of my favorite Android fitness apps. I’m only halfway through Season 2 because I’ve been injured and can’t run. Recently I’ve decided that I’m going to play “Zombies, Pedal Faster!” because I want to hear the rest of the story. I’m still trying to work out the kinks because sometimes it’s hard to hear the story while I’m bike riding.

Runners exit the gate to fight zombies

Marijuana Prohibition Is Unscientific, Unconstitutional, and Unjust

The war on weed is a legal and moral outrage built on a mountain of lies.

Source: Marijuana Prohibition Is Unscientific, Unconstitutional, and Unjust

It’s time for us to realize that marijuana is useful as a medical cure for some illnesses. Cigarettes are legal and they are only harmful. Alcohol is legal and has few benefits. Cannabis has been scientifically proven to have legitimate medical uses. #YeahThatCure

Medical Marijuana

Cannabis extract reduces epileptic seizures by half.

If my seizures weren’t well-controlled with other meds, I’d be willing to give it a go.

Eating Meat

BibleSome of my vegan friends say God doesn’t want us to eat meat. What does the Bible have to say about eating meat?

Every moving thing that lives shall be food for you. And as I gave you the green plants, I give you everything. ~Genesis 9:3

One person believes he may eat anything, while the weak person eats only vegetables. Let not the one who eats despise the one who abstains, and let not the one who abstains pass judgment on the one who eats, for God has welcomed him. ~Romans 14:2-3

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Keep Calm

I know I have a few friends who have occasional panic attacks / meltdowns. Use This Deep Breathing Technique to Calm Yourself http://troms.me/6ys

Did you get a flu shot this year?

You Got Your Flu Shot, But Is It as Effective as You Think? http://troms.me/6ya

I don’t get flu shots. My wife’s doctor pushed her to get one this year before she’d sign her work papers.

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