House passes health care bill on 219-212 vote

[als463]

Originally Posted by Alumiyum

I want them to start putting out the message that it's just as bad for you as smoking and while not addictive physically, it can be addictive in others ways, namely because there isn't enough emphasis on the dangers. Whether that's the motivation or not, it's still a way to discourage college students from visiting constantly. (Like I did.)

I agree with you. I loved the tanning bed at my apartment complex in college. In fact, one of the things that drew me to renting from them is that they had a free tanning bed you could use once a day. Now, I have a friend who has skin cancer and I'm re-thinking the tanning beds. I do know, however, that the spray-tan can make you streaky.

I do agree that tanning is a major issue we need to keep close eye on.

[Alumiyum]

Originally Posted by als463

I agree with you. I loved the tanning bed at my apartment complex in college. In fact, one of the things that drew me to renting from them is that they had a free tanning bed you could use once a day. Now, I have a friend who has skin cancer and I'm re-thinking the tanning beds. I do know, however, that the spray-tan can make you streaky.

I do agree that tanning is a major issue we need to keep close eye on.

Nuetrogena spray mist. I have olive skin and tend to turn orange when spray tanned but this stuff hasn't failed me yet. It won't make you "tan" but you'll look like you have a healthy glow-no streaks, no orange. Also no skin cancer.

[VandalSquirrel]

Originally Posted by AOII Angel

First bold- YES! I am a doctor, but first I am a patient. You have to be your own advocate. Doctors are human. We make mistakes. We have biases. Don't take it if a doctor gets "butt hurt" if you see someone else if they weren't available. My neurologist did that to me and actually YELLED at me while I had a migraine. I never went back to him again. It was unprofessional, and I can find a new neurologist that will treat me with respect. Even physicians get the run around when they become patients. It is hard to be a patient...even harder when you don't know what you are getting yourself into, so educate yourself!

Second bold...ahhh, Alaska!

There was such a huge difference in the city (Anchorage/Fairbanks) and the tiny clinics that serve a huge region. Did I get good care? Yes, it was amazing, you have to be a jack of all trades, master of none, and you can't be a d-bag because of how small the community is. I'm not looking forward to getting sick when I'm in the field this summer, but if I do I know Family Medical Center in Delta Junction is going to follow up, see me even if they are swamped or about to close (my site was 30+ miles away and I had no car), and deal with my out of state insurance hassle.

Originally Posted by Alumiyum

Nuetrogena spray mist. I have olive skin and tend to turn orange when spray tanned but this stuff hasn't failed me yet. It won't make you "tan" but you'll look like you have a healthy glow-no streaks, no orange. Also no skin cancer.

I have a healthy glow, it is called what I was born with. It is the perfect genetic recombination of all my background and God created me the way I need to be and it doesn't involve me harming myself or staining my clothes. Jesus Christ Super Star people, LOVE THE SKIN YOU CAME IN.

[Kappamd]

Originally Posted by VandalSquirrel

There was such a huge difference in the city (Anchorage/Fairbanks) and the tiny clinics that serve a huge region. Did I get good care? Yes, it was amazing, you have to be a jack of all trades, master of none, and you can't be a d-bag because of how small the community is. I'm not looking forward to getting sick when I'm in the field this summer, but if I do I know Family Medical Center in Delta Junction is going to follow up, see me even if they are swamped or about to close (my site was 30+ miles away and I had no car), and deal with my out of state insurance hassle.



I have a healthy glow, it is called what I was born with. It is the perfect genetic recombination of all my background and God created me the way I need to be and it doesn't involve me harming myself or staining my clothes. Jesus Christ Super Star people, LOVE THE SKIN YOU CAME IN.

AMEN!

And this is coming from someone who practically glows in the dark because I'm just THAT pale.

[Alumiyum]

Originally Posted by VandalSquirrel

There was such a huge difference in the city (Anchorage/Fairbanks) and the tiny clinics that serve a huge region. Did I get good care? Yes, it was amazing, you have to be a jack of all trades, master of none, and you can't be a d-bag because of how small the community is. I'm not looking forward to getting sick when I'm in the field this summer, but if I do I know Family Medical Center in Delta Junction is going to follow up, see me even if they are swamped or about to close (my site was 30+ miles away and I had no car), and deal with my out of state insurance hassle.



I have a healthy glow, it is called what I was born with. It is the perfect genetic recombination of all my background and God created me the way I need to be and it doesn't involve me harming myself or staining my clothes. Jesus Christ Super Star people, LOVE THE SKIN YOU CAME IN.

Whoa there, chill out. Jesus Christ Super Star it's only a spray tan. It's cheaper than hair dye and much less permanent. Do you not like yourself if you wear make up?

PS-I've yet to stain any of my clothes/towels/bathrobes. $10 for a can that lasts a month and is just sprayed on after you shower. It even smells nice.