Showing posts with label health. Show all posts
Showing posts with label health. Show all posts
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
The states have the power to stop the criminal healthcare bill - Part II
State Representatives ask State Attorney General to intervene in federal healthcare legislation:
Attorney General Robert E. Cooper, Jr.
P.O. Box 20207
Nashville, TN 37202-0207
Dear General Cooper,
This letter is to formally request that you prepare to take the appropriate legal action against the federal government in the event HR 3200 passes into law. We request this action in order to grant Tennessee relief from the unfunded mandate contained in the bill requiring Tennessee to comply with the expansion of the federal Medicaid program.
Under this bill, Tennessee would be forced to expand our Medicaid program, potentially costing the citizens of this state $1.4 billion dollars in additional state taxpayer funds annually. Such an increase would place a great burden on the citizens of this state. It is clear by the wording of the legislation itself that not every state would face a similar and equal burden.
We see this as a violation of equal protection of the law, an affront to our sovereignty, and a breach of the U.S. Constitution.
The passage of this bill is imminent, and as Governor Bredesen has noted, "We can't print money." This bill would expand the program beyond the fiscal capacity of this state.
Thank you for your timely attention of this matter.
Most sincerely,
Susan Lynn
State Representative
District 57
Debra Young Maggart
State Representative
District 45
Attorney General Robert E. Cooper, Jr.
P.O. Box 20207
Nashville, TN 37202-0207
Dear General Cooper,
This letter is to formally request that you prepare to take the appropriate legal action against the federal government in the event HR 3200 passes into law. We request this action in order to grant Tennessee relief from the unfunded mandate contained in the bill requiring Tennessee to comply with the expansion of the federal Medicaid program.
Under this bill, Tennessee would be forced to expand our Medicaid program, potentially costing the citizens of this state $1.4 billion dollars in additional state taxpayer funds annually. Such an increase would place a great burden on the citizens of this state. It is clear by the wording of the legislation itself that not every state would face a similar and equal burden.
We see this as a violation of equal protection of the law, an affront to our sovereignty, and a breach of the U.S. Constitution.
The passage of this bill is imminent, and as Governor Bredesen has noted, "We can't print money." This bill would expand the program beyond the fiscal capacity of this state.
Thank you for your timely attention of this matter.
Most sincerely,
Susan Lynn
State Representative
District 57
Debra Young Maggart
State Representative
District 45
The states have the power to stop the criminal health care bill!!
Oklahoma House of Representatives
Media Division
December 21, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Contact: State Rep. Mike Ritze
Capitol: (405) 557-7338
Lawmakers File "Freedom of Healthcare Choice Act"
OKLAHOMA CITY - The voters of Oklahoma will have the opportunity to preserve
the existing health care system in Oklahoma under legislation sought by
three state legislators.
State Reps. Mike Ritze and Mike Reynolds and state Sen. Randy Brogdon
announced today that they will file legislation enacting the "Freedom of
Healthcare Choice Act," allowing voters to preserve the existing healthcare
system in Oklahoma regardless of congressional action at the federal level.
The legislation will allow a vote of the people to opt out of the proposed
federal system.
"It's clear the overwhelming majority of Americans want the current
doctor-patient relationship preserved instead of having Washington
bureaucrats dictate medical decisions," said Ritze, a Broken Arrow
Republican who is also a board-certified family practice physician and
surgeon. "The proposals under consideration in Congress are likely to result
in reduced access to a family doctor, rationing of services, or even
outright denial of care if a pencil-pusher decides it is not a 'best
practice.' My legislation would give the voters the ability to protect and
preserve their existing health care coverage."
"The United States' health care system is the envy of the world and the
people of Oklahoma should have the opportunity to maintain the top-notch
care they have received while also avoiding the onerous burdens the proposed
federal law would impose on working families," said Reynolds, R-Oklahoma
City.
"The proposed legislation in Washington is a massive overstepping of the
bounds placed on Congress by our U.S. Constitution," said Brogdon, R-Owasso.
"It is time that we the people tell Congress enough is enough - and now
Oklahomans will have the opportunity to do so."
Modeled on an Arizona proposal, Ritze and Reynolds' legislation would place
language on the ballot to amend the Oklahoma Constitution to declare what
types of health care systems could lawfully exist in the state.
The proposed constitutional amendment would:
* Prohibit any law or rule from directly or indirectly compelling any person
or employer to participate in any health care system;
* Allow any person or employer to pay directly for lawful health care
services without paying any penalties or fines;
* Permit a health care provider to provide directly purchased lawful health
services without paying any penalties or fines; and
* Stipulate that subject to reasonable and necessary rules that do not
substantially limit a person's options, the purchase or sale of private
health insurance will not be prohibited.
The amendment would not change what health care services a provider is
required to perform or what health care services are permitted by law.
"This is an issue that could have serious consequences for all citizens and
it is only right to allow voters a direct role in the outcome of this
debate," Ritze said.
"I was not surprised that the Democrat-controlled U.S. Senate kept the
specific language of their bill from the public and most of their members,"
Reynolds said. "In comparison, the language of our "Freedom of Healthcare
Choice Act" will be fully disclosed as soon as it is filed, probably later
this afternoon. We welcome any discussion."
Media Division
December 21, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Contact: State Rep. Mike Ritze
Capitol: (405) 557-7338
Lawmakers File "Freedom of Healthcare Choice Act"
OKLAHOMA CITY - The voters of Oklahoma will have the opportunity to preserve
the existing health care system in Oklahoma under legislation sought by
three state legislators.
State Reps. Mike Ritze and Mike Reynolds and state Sen. Randy Brogdon
announced today that they will file legislation enacting the "Freedom of
Healthcare Choice Act," allowing voters to preserve the existing healthcare
system in Oklahoma regardless of congressional action at the federal level.
The legislation will allow a vote of the people to opt out of the proposed
federal system.
"It's clear the overwhelming majority of Americans want the current
doctor-patient relationship preserved instead of having Washington
bureaucrats dictate medical decisions," said Ritze, a Broken Arrow
Republican who is also a board-certified family practice physician and
surgeon. "The proposals under consideration in Congress are likely to result
in reduced access to a family doctor, rationing of services, or even
outright denial of care if a pencil-pusher decides it is not a 'best
practice.' My legislation would give the voters the ability to protect and
preserve their existing health care coverage."
"The United States' health care system is the envy of the world and the
people of Oklahoma should have the opportunity to maintain the top-notch
care they have received while also avoiding the onerous burdens the proposed
federal law would impose on working families," said Reynolds, R-Oklahoma
City.
"The proposed legislation in Washington is a massive overstepping of the
bounds placed on Congress by our U.S. Constitution," said Brogdon, R-Owasso.
"It is time that we the people tell Congress enough is enough - and now
Oklahomans will have the opportunity to do so."
Modeled on an Arizona proposal, Ritze and Reynolds' legislation would place
language on the ballot to amend the Oklahoma Constitution to declare what
types of health care systems could lawfully exist in the state.
The proposed constitutional amendment would:
* Prohibit any law or rule from directly or indirectly compelling any person
or employer to participate in any health care system;
* Allow any person or employer to pay directly for lawful health care
services without paying any penalties or fines;
* Permit a health care provider to provide directly purchased lawful health
services without paying any penalties or fines; and
* Stipulate that subject to reasonable and necessary rules that do not
substantially limit a person's options, the purchase or sale of private
health insurance will not be prohibited.
The amendment would not change what health care services a provider is
required to perform or what health care services are permitted by law.
"This is an issue that could have serious consequences for all citizens and
it is only right to allow voters a direct role in the outcome of this
debate," Ritze said.
"I was not surprised that the Democrat-controlled U.S. Senate kept the
specific language of their bill from the public and most of their members,"
Reynolds said. "In comparison, the language of our "Freedom of Healthcare
Choice Act" will be fully disclosed as soon as it is filed, probably later
this afternoon. We welcome any discussion."
Monday, December 7, 2009
The 7 foods experts won't eat
Healthy Living
1. Canned Tomatoes
2. Corn-Fed Beef
3. Microwave Popcorn
4. Nonorganic Potatoes
5. Farmed Salmon
6. Milk Produced with Artificial Hormones
7. Conventional Apples
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
The Rising Cost of Healthcare....
Campaign for Liberty
"It is no secret that our federal government rarely addresses the root cause(s) of a problem for which they claim to have the fix. The health care reform issue is no different.
Somehow left off of the table, there is another lesser known component to the government treachery, trickery or complicity, if you will, that has an incredible affect on health care premium costs. That is state mandates. You see, we already have socialized medicine, even in the private sector. If you have a "private" health insurance plan you are paying for services that you will never need or use, by virtue of your gender, habits, physical or physiological status."
Campaign for Liberty
"It is no secret that our federal government rarely addresses the root cause(s) of a problem for which they claim to have the fix. The health care reform issue is no different.
Somehow left off of the table, there is another lesser known component to the government treachery, trickery or complicity, if you will, that has an incredible affect on health care premium costs. That is state mandates. You see, we already have socialized medicine, even in the private sector. If you have a "private" health insurance plan you are paying for services that you will never need or use, by virtue of your gender, habits, physical or physiological status."
Monday, August 17, 2009
The 1-2 people who follow my blog may know that I am all for eating organic and healthy.
According to the doctors in this article, people like me are mentally ill.
I am still reeling from this article, I just can't believe the balls of these people.
We truly are living in fantasy land:
Healthy food obsession sparks rise in new eating disorder
The Observer
According to the doctors in this article, people like me are mentally ill.
I am still reeling from this article, I just can't believe the balls of these people.
We truly are living in fantasy land:
Healthy food obsession sparks rise in new eating disorder
The Observer
Thursday, August 6, 2009
New reasons for eating organic?
Study finds pesticide-free diet may be beneficial for children
MSNBC
The Failure of the Latest Study on Organics’ Nutritional Benefits
Beyond Pesticides
"The FSA study also failed to include the results of a major European Union-funded study involving 31 research and university institutes and the publication, so far, of more than 100 scientific papers, which ended in April this year. According to the Soil Association, the European Union research program concluded that:
• Levels of a range of nutritionally desirable compounds (e.g. antioxidants, vitamins, glycosinolates) were shown to be higher in organic crops;
• Levels of nutritionally undesirable compounds (e.g. mycotoxins, glycoalkaloids, Cadmium and Nickel) were shown to be lower in organic crops; and,
• Levels of fatty acids, such as CLA and omega 3 were between 10 - 60% higher in organic milk and dairy products, and levels of Vitamin C were up to 90% higher in leafy vegetables and fruits.
A response by The Organic Center (TOC) states that the study, “also ignored the 15 relevant studies that have come out since their February 2008 cut off date that could have changed the outcome of the report. In addition, the FSA analysis actually found that organic food contains more phosphorus, a beneficial nutrient, while conventional food on average contains more nitrogen, which scientists have linked to cancer.
Another failure of the study is that it did not include a review of the content of contaminants or chemical residues in foods, which makes organic products superior in quality. "
Study finds pesticide-free diet may be beneficial for children
MSNBC
The Failure of the Latest Study on Organics’ Nutritional Benefits
Beyond Pesticides
"The FSA study also failed to include the results of a major European Union-funded study involving 31 research and university institutes and the publication, so far, of more than 100 scientific papers, which ended in April this year. According to the Soil Association, the European Union research program concluded that:
• Levels of a range of nutritionally desirable compounds (e.g. antioxidants, vitamins, glycosinolates) were shown to be higher in organic crops;
• Levels of nutritionally undesirable compounds (e.g. mycotoxins, glycoalkaloids, Cadmium and Nickel) were shown to be lower in organic crops; and,
• Levels of fatty acids, such as CLA and omega 3 were between 10 - 60% higher in organic milk and dairy products, and levels of Vitamin C were up to 90% higher in leafy vegetables and fruits.
A response by The Organic Center (TOC) states that the study, “also ignored the 15 relevant studies that have come out since their February 2008 cut off date that could have changed the outcome of the report. In addition, the FSA analysis actually found that organic food contains more phosphorus, a beneficial nutrient, while conventional food on average contains more nitrogen, which scientists have linked to cancer.
Another failure of the study is that it did not include a review of the content of contaminants or chemical residues in foods, which makes organic products superior in quality. "
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Fascist Health Care Bill
Shock: Inside the Health Care Bill
Economic Policy Journal
"It's worse than you can possibly imagine."
Friday, July 17, 2009
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
I've just about had it with these people!!!!
House health plan requires insurance coverage
AP
"House Democrats want to require individuals and employers to get health insurance - or pay a penalty."
Holder Admits No Equality Under Hate Bill
*URGENT ACTION ALERT ON HATE CRIME BILL NOW IN SENATE*
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Monday, May 25, 2009
US Doctors' association calls for Moratorium on GMO Foods
Financial Sense
"The American Academy of Environmental Medicine (AAEM) has just issued a call for an immediate moratorium on Genetically Manipulated (GMO) Foods. In a just-released position paper on GMO foods, the AAEM states that ‘GM foods pose a serious health risk’ and calls for a moratorium on GMO foods. Citing several animal studies, the AAEM concludes ‘there is more than a casual association between GMO foods and adverse health effects’ and that ‘GM foods pose a serious health risk in the areas of toxicology, allergy and immune function, reproductive health, and metabolic, physiologic and genetic health.’ The report is a devastating blow to the multibillion dollar international agribusiness industry, most especially to Monsanto Corporation, the world’s leading purveyor of GMO seeds and related herbicides."
Financial Sense
"The American Academy of Environmental Medicine (AAEM) has just issued a call for an immediate moratorium on Genetically Manipulated (GMO) Foods. In a just-released position paper on GMO foods, the AAEM states that ‘GM foods pose a serious health risk’ and calls for a moratorium on GMO foods. Citing several animal studies, the AAEM concludes ‘there is more than a casual association between GMO foods and adverse health effects’ and that ‘GM foods pose a serious health risk in the areas of toxicology, allergy and immune function, reproductive health, and metabolic, physiologic and genetic health.’ The report is a devastating blow to the multibillion dollar international agribusiness industry, most especially to Monsanto Corporation, the world’s leading purveyor of GMO seeds and related herbicides."
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Do you know what's in the products you consume?
Study Finds High-Fructose Corn Syrup Contains Mercury
Washington Post
"Almost half of tested samples of commercial high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) contained mercury, which was also found in nearly a third of 55 popular brand-name food and beverage products where HFCS is the first- or second-highest labeled ingredient, according to two new U.S. studies."
Foods and Products Containing High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) (only a partial list)
This list includes items containing High Fructose Corn Syrup from the following fast food restaurants: Arby's, Blimpie, Burger King, Chick-fil-a, Dairy Queen, Jack in the Box, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Taco Bell, and Whataburger.
Fructose, weight gain, and the insulin resistance syndrome
The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
". . fructose consumption might be a contributing factor to the development of obesity and the accompanying metabolic abnormalities observed in the insulin resistance syndrome."
Thanx to AmericanGoy
Washington Post
"Almost half of tested samples of commercial high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) contained mercury, which was also found in nearly a third of 55 popular brand-name food and beverage products where HFCS is the first- or second-highest labeled ingredient, according to two new U.S. studies."
Foods and Products Containing High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) (only a partial list)
This list includes items containing High Fructose Corn Syrup from the following fast food restaurants: Arby's, Blimpie, Burger King, Chick-fil-a, Dairy Queen, Jack in the Box, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Taco Bell, and Whataburger.
Fructose, weight gain, and the insulin resistance syndrome
The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
". . fructose consumption might be a contributing factor to the development of obesity and the accompanying metabolic abnormalities observed in the insulin resistance syndrome."
Thanx to AmericanGoy
Monday, October 20, 2008
Parents protest the NJ mandate requiring child vaccinations
Parents Question Vaccine MandateNJ.COM
"Many parents fear that ingredients in some vaccines, particularly mercury and formaldehyde, are responsible for autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and other increasingly common neurological problems in children.
'This is not an anti-vaccine rally -- it's a freedom of choice rally," said Louise Habakus, one of the rally organizers. "This one-size-fits-all approach is really very anti-American.' "
Gary Null Calls Out Corzine On Mandated Vaccinations In NJ - Pt.1
Gary Null Calls Out Corzine On Mandated Vaccinations In NJ - Pt.2
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
FDA is dangerous to our health
OCA & CFS Slam FDA's Bogus Move To Irradiate Lettuce and Spinach
Oraganic Consumers Association
Carbon Monoxide In Fresh Meat Packaging
Healthy Living
There is an alternative . . .
Getting your food from a local farmer's market or food co-op:
Local Harvest
Oraganic Consumers Association
Carbon Monoxide In Fresh Meat Packaging
Healthy Living
There is an alternative . . .
Getting your food from a local farmer's market or food co-op:
Local Harvest
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