YankeeCanuck's Comments (253)

“The new treatment will be tested 0n 100 patients in Canada at the University of British Columbia, which has a fine MS clinic at its hospital.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/british-columbia/ubc-plans-to-test-potentially-groundbreaking-ms-treatment/article1401820/”

“Thanks. I was skimming. Guilty!!!
The rest of it was so creepy, but the speeding comment really caught my attention.”

“"If you're rich, you can afford to speed because you can go as fast as you want, pay the fine, and there is no actual penalty."

With such a cavalier attitude to the safety of other people, why is this creep holding any public office?”

“The Jews in Lebanon are living in fear, as the article says. I'm not talking about the building here. Often, an oppressor will restore particularly beautiful architecture after the ethnic cleansing is done-- for example in Turkey with Armenian churches.
I am responding to the comments that more or less say "they had it coming" simply because they are Jews--and they link it to the actions of Israel. Let me add that I also deplore those actions.”

“It's not just about the building, but about people who hide their identity because of fear of persecution.
I'm as outraged as anyone about the misbehaviour of Israel, but this is a human story, not just about architecture. Lebanese Jews are stranded in a country that has been invaded by Israel. That is what I'm talking about.”

“If you are a compassionate person, you will extend it to all people who are in a tragic predicament. The people mentioned in the article surely qualify--it is a painful predicament, and the treatment they received is completely undeserved. Compassion is more than sympathy--it involves use of the imagination. It's in pretty short supply on this planet.”

“It's not over yet, Contessa. And it's not up to one man, ie: the President. I'm with you though on the fact that much of the US does not believe basic health care should be a right. THe sad part is that it actually costs less to provide-- if the insurers and pharma are not allowed to be so greedy.”

“It's worse than that. Check out Food Inc. to see how the meat processing industry has changed in the last 20 years or so.
And, it's not just chicken.”

“Well, in Canada regular mammograms are on the program and there's no such discussion here.
When the CEO of United walks away with over a billion dollars (even after he returned his $620 million worth of illegally back-dated stock options) something tells me they can afford much more in real health care.
The insurers also have a fleet of Drs. on the payroll to parcel out treatment to patients they's never even seen. That money too, could be spent on actual care.”

“Beginning? The Ponzi schemers AKA health insurers have been doing it for years.”

“We agree on quite a lot. And it will take more Israelis like you to urge their government out of occupation.
No one I know calls for the dissolution or destruction of Israel. Regarding Canada-- it hardly has a military, and is reticent to be involved in most conflicts, so the analogy is not accurate. People do and have called for the destruction of the US (and it looks like it could tear itself apart from inside). It has engaged in some terrible actions in the middle east, and there has been dissent over that. Yes, it is hard to hear strident accusations about one's own "family" even if some of the criticism is warranted. I felt that as an American here after 911.
Yes, lobbing mortars is criminal but it is a rare occurrence now and perpetrated by individuals. Palestinians are more concerned about being effective, and seeking peace. So far the elected leadership decries violence--some of them are imprisoned in Israel. Firing mortars is a crime against humanity. But so is collective punishment, destroying waterworks, sanitation facilities, and means of food production.
My point is that no one, Israeli or Palestinian should live in fear. Some of the leadership on both sides has been disingenuous. But it's time to recognise that the Israeli military should not be allowed to act with complete impunity, and that criminals firing rockets should be prosecuted. Hard to do when the infrastructure is destroyed.”

“"It's all about COMMUNICATION, about the exchange of ideas, about cultural diffusion."
Then, why is it that the discussion of the Nakba (the expulsion of the Palestinians) is taboo in Israel? Why is the zionist viewpoint the only one allowed in Israeli institutions?
Yes, one can read dissent in Ha'Aretz, but the machinery churns on with impunity. House demolitions, destruction of agricultural land in the West Bank, private roads for settlers, hundreds of checkpoints and additional roving checkpoints, separating and choking the life out of Palestinian towns. The overwhelming invasion of Gaza, the military operating with complete impunity against an entrapped civilian population.

Yes, Israel is a vibrant and robust nation that should be able to exist without fear of attack. There is much to celebrate--but not its latest military actions. Israel is more civilized than that, one hopes.”

“Well said klbrz.”

“Glad to hear it. Neither education or wealth are a substitute for character.”

“Never be sarcastic or condescending to a server.
If your date does this, dump him/ her quick!”

“Rinse your schnozz and gargle with salt water daily. A powerful prevention technique used in the UNMC Transplant center for those with suppressed immune systems.
It's not much fun, but very effective.”

“Dobbs has jumped the couch.”

“Yusuf's story and the stories of others like him will continue to be heard. There has been a shift in the way Palestinians and many of their leaders speak about peace with Israel. THey have publicly renounced violence. Once this is recognized, perhaps a Ghandi or a Mandela will come forward amongst them.
Brand Israel was damaged by the invasion of Gaza, continues to be damaged by the separation wall and occupation in the West Bank. Silencing opposition will not work. Many Israelis see this clearly. When the people on both sides are strongly for nonviolence, this will change. May it be soon.”

“What a crock. Totally disconnected from the real-life problems of others. Nice platitudes, though.”

“Arianna is being ironic. Biden, having taken an oath, will not resign. He remains the voice in the White House with vast experience and an uncanny understanding of foreign relations.”

“If that is so, then let the dissenting "academia" of those countries do as the Nobel committee suggested-- award their own prize.”

“Biden campaigned on having a Pakistan policy, and stated many times that it was the country we should be concerned about. Not by giving money to specific leaders. He campaigned for a coherent, comprehensive policy. He campaigned on stopping the war in Iraq, and on preventing other endless military engagements.”

“Neither side has the best answer, but the news is pretty much controlled by Israel. Yes, each side thinks completely differently.
Fox reports on the "injury" of a peaceful protester (who died). The Fox reporter says it was a peaceful protest, no stones thrown. Fox shows an IDF soldier claiming stones were thrown. Then Fox shows clips of stone throwers from somewhere. Fait accompli.
Thing is, there is other coherent footage.
Try all you want. This is a case of overwhelming might.
And, I agree with you and Mc Guire (whom I've met)that the Nobel should be not be awarded on what a person might do, or as a repudiation of a previous regime. But Mc Guire also exhorted folks to support Obama in his efforts to end rampant militarism. Always a good idea. I also support Israel's right to exist in peace, and will support any efforts to curb its rampant militarism as well.
Anyway, done here, moving on.”

“Anyone with eczema, please NB. If you get continually itchy, and an attack that lasts a long time, or be over a large area (particularly without a rash) ask to be tested for lymphoma. If your skin seems a little darker with paler patches, this is also a red flag. The light color can be fungal--OR it can be normal skin, so both areas should be tested. A link has not been investigated, but many lymphoma patients have had eczema. Many lymphomas are very treatable and not aggressive. BUT there are also a couple of rare types, so if itching is all over and lasts for months, check it out. Lymphoma shows a high white blood cell count. Dermatologists are not necessarily hip to this.
As for eczema, tumeric capsules work for some people. Check it out online and decide.
Best wishes.”

“Acidophilus capsules with more than one or two strains of bacteria are most helpful. The kind that you find refrigerated in the pharmacy of health food store. They are ofter called "probiotics". The higher the cell count the better. 10 billion active cells is good. If suffering, try for higher cell count (these are not cheap, but worth it)
I've travelled through India, South America, Mexico, Indonesia andTurkey using 10-billion-cell capsules by Jamieson's and have consistently been well when travelling companions have succumbed.Yes, I shared and they became believers. Refrigeration is recommended, but when travelling keep them cool as possible-- they will eventually die off and lose their strength over a month or so in warm countries. Left in the sun or heat, it's over for them.
Hope this helps.”