[Music] Like many dads of my generation, I became a father at the age of 38 and then again at 40. I may well be into my 70s when I become a grandfather. So, I have a really strong motive to stay in good functional health for many more years to come so that I'm able to enjoy my grandchildren, help them grow up, see them fall in love, and maybe even attend a few more weddings. Meet my father, Brian. He turns 80 this year and is in good shape, but has been battling Parkinson disease for the past two years, bot ...

Healthcare Disparities & Advocacy - The healthcare industry needs to recognize and address the unique needs of patients with disabilities to avoid misinformed decisions and improve quality of care [3][7][8] - Negative assumptions about patients with disabilities can affect their care, as evidenced by historical eugenics movements and contemporary rationing plans [10][11] - Documenting disability in medical charts is crucial for healthcare organizations to identify gaps, provide necessary supports (accommodations), and improve care quality [15][16][17] - A study involving 53 primary care clinics in Colorado showed that asking patients about disability-related accommodation needs is feasible and doesn't cause patient complaints [17][18] - The story of "David" highlights the potential for medical teams to misunderstand the value and contributions of patients with disabilities, leading to suboptimal care decisions [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][12][13][14][15][20][21][22] Disability Statistics & Awareness - Approximately 27% of adults in the United States have a disability, highlighting the prevalence and importance of addressing their needs [9] - People with disabilities are often described as the "invisible minority," indicating a lack of recognition of their value and contributions [9]

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[Music] So let's start with the Helen Adam Meer. She was an American uh disability expert and an author. She was blind from 18 months of the life. She was deaf.So someone asked her which disability you you you can explain which disability is is bothering to you more. She explained that blindness cut off you from the things but deafness cuts you from the people. So that is the effect of deafness on the quality of life.It cuts off you from the people. So if you if if you see the data of the WHO, the recent da ...

Election Analysis - Zan Mandani's victory in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary was surprising, attributed to closing the gap in polls and enthusiastic supporters [1][2][3] - Establishment figures like Michael Bloomberg and Bill Clinton became involved due to tightening polls [3] - Mandani bypassed traditional media to connect directly with supporters, capitalizing on Cuomo's low-risk strategy [4] - The Cuomo campaign raised approximately $25 million but lost in the first round [5] Economic and Social Challenges - New York City has not fully recovered from COVID-19, with violent crime rates higher and vacancy rates 4-5 percentage points above pre-pandemic levels [6] - The city's economic and job growth have lagged behind national averages [6] - Approximately 500,000 New Yorkers have left the city since the pandemic, migrating to states like Florida and Texas [8] - A survey indicates that 55% of New Yorkers express uncertainty about remaining in the city in five years [22] Policy and Future Implications - The next mayor will oversee the largest municipal government, police force, and public hospital system in the US [13] - The mayor has significant executive authority over day-to-day city operations, including public safety and essential services [13][15] - Raising taxes beyond property taxes or implementing initiatives like free bus service requires state approval from Albany [14] - The mayor's success will depend on addressing issues like affordable housing, which unites various political perspectives [24][25]