MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'call to action'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:17:03 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4472944&cid=t_99733_87_f&fid=36069&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffrankiespeakingfrankly.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F02%2Fgoing-global-by-starting-local.html It's been an incredible year for me of self-discovery and development. This sounds incredibly cliche I know, but I really feel like now I have 'arrived'.Every year I promise my family, this is it, this year is the year that MedWorm really makes a success of itself. But really I was trying to convince myself. This year I don't even need to say it, because I know it, which is the most wonderful feeling. Like this really is the beginning of the exciting journey I was struggling to start.Over 4 years I've been working on MedWorm. What have I been doing in all that time? Developing.Not just developing the code - of course I have been doing plenty of that. But I have been developing as a person.I remember reading Peter Jones's autobiography Tycoon some time back and being slightly frustrated wit... Frankie Speaking Frankly blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4472944 Sun, 13 Feb 2011 10:04:00 +0100 4472944 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4159534&cid=t_99733_180_f&fid=38608&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FLifeDev%2F%7E3%2F7ackn0hYpzM%2F Lately I’ve been seen here and there, writing articles for various online publications. Because I have many diverse interests, I tend to write on a variety of different places on a bunch of different topics. Here are some of the places I’ve written recently. Lots of people strive to have “simple” solutions for managing their work and life, but for me, it’s not that simple. For me, creativity, organization, and life are anything but simple, and managing them is a delicate process that constantly changes . I recently had an article published on the Evernote Blog that chronicles how I incorporate Evernote into my hodge-podge workflow. (Evernote is the bubble gum and bailing wire that holds my life together.) Read more I typically write a couple of articles on O... LifeDev blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4159534 Fri, 12 Nov 2010 15:30:42 +0100 4159534 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4074012&cid=t_99733_87_f&fid=36069&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffrankiespeakingfrankly.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F10%2Fradio-interview.html I was invited into the local BBC Radio station yesterday, for a half hour interview on what motivated me to get involved with campaigning. Apparently they were looking for 'inspirational' people and I ticked all the right boxes! That's got to be one of the best compliments I have had in my life :)Of course if meant taking half a day off work, and all the nerves that go with it, but I figured it would be a good experience that would help build my confidence, plus I really did think I had a story that should be told.I actually really enjoyed it. Justin Leigh did the interview (stepping in for the usual presenter - Justin is the one you usually see on Spotlight tv). He was incredibly nice, and made me feel at ease straight away - obviously a very skilled presenter.If you ever get the chance t... Frankie Speaking Frankly blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4074012 Thu, 14 Oct 2010 11:27:00 +0100 4074012 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3267133&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D2160 new media toolkit one-pagers chers— this is an excellent set of posts on the new media from the AIDS.gov blog. they are intended to give you an overview of just what we’re talking about when we say “new media,” with links to more information and resources as you want and/or need them. plan spending some time with these pages, namaste —rk Resources and Information from the AIDS.gov blog: Accessibility Web accessibility means that people with disabilities can perceive, understand, navigate, interact with, and contribute to the Web. Web accessibility encompasses all disabilities that affect access to the Web, including visual, auditory, physical, speech, cognitive, and neurological disabilities…read full Accessibility One-Pager Download PDF Version ... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3267133 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 06:17:31 +0100 3267133 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3267134&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D2158 new media toolkit glossary Click on the term below to see the definition: Blog eCards Mashups New Media News Reader Online Chat Photo Sharing Services Podcast RSS Feed Social Bookmarking Social Media Social Network Services (Social Networking Sites) Texting (or Text Messaging) Twitter Usability Video Games Video Sharing Service Virtual World Web 2.0 Web Button Webcast Web Conferencing Webinar Wiki Blog A website, usually maintained by an individual, with regular entries of commentary, descriptions of events, or other material such as graphics or video. Entries are commonly displayed in reverse chronological order. “Blog” is also a verb, meaning to maintain or add content to a blog. Example: AIDS.gov Blog eCards Similar to a postcard or greeting card, with the primary difference b... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3267134 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:28:11 +0100 3267134 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3267135&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D2154 new media toolkit resources Here are some new media resources we’ve come across at AIDS.gov. Please note that this list is just a sample of the many new media resources available on the web. Please leave a comment if you have other suggestions. Click on the topics below to see resources: Blogs Data on New Media Use eCards Mashups New Media Basics Online Games Photo Sharing Services Podcasting RSS Feeds Social Networking Text Messaging Twitter Video Sharing Virtual Worlds Wikis Website Accessibility and 508 Compliance Website Usability Blogs Where can I learn about blogging basics? Common Craft’s video on blogs “in plain English” What are examples of government public health blogs? AIDS.gov Blog Health and Human Service Secretary Mike Leavitt’s Blog CDC’s Health M... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3267135 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:16:43 +0100 3267135 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3267136&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D2150 new media toolkit strategy Here are two tools to help you develop your new media strategy: POST Method Worksheet (PDF 49 kb), remixed from Forrester , a quick one-page form to help you get started with your new media planning. New Media Strategy Map (PDF 38 kb), remixed from the WeAreMedia project funded by the Surdna Foundation , a more in-depth tool to help you build your comprehensive new media strategy. (Source: aids-write.org) aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3267136 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:01:26 +0100 3267136 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159940&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D2115 chers— if this works, share my joy of this unhistoric moment of major insignificance, la la la namaste —rk after the jump [december 15, 2009] good morning president garcetti, distinguished council members. i have given the clerk copies of my prepared remarks. my name is richard kearns. i am a 58-year-old gay man living with AIDS in los angeles for more than 20 years, an angelino poet advocate. i am delighted to announce to you this morning that on friday, february 12th, 2010, upstairs in the tom bradley conference center, on the 27th floor, we will hold, the LA city grassroots elder HIV/AIDS advocacy summit & new media training “new tricks for old dogs & their allies” sponsored by councilmember rosendahl & the city AIDS coordinators office HIVers over 50 — el... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159940 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:49:11 +0100 3159940 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3149020&cid=t_99733_87_f&fid=36069&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffrankiespeakingfrankly.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F01%2Fdoes-global-warming-really-exist-my.html My local MP (member of parliament, for those of you reading not in the UK), Gary Streeter, recently confessed in our local newspaper (‘Plymptom, Plymstock and Ivybridge News’, Friday 18th December) and on his blog that he his sceptical of global warming. He agrees that the climate is changing, but questions whether it is us that are causing it or whether it is happening naturally.He says ‘I have a confession, which will disappoint some. I have tried really heard to buy into the hard-core green agenda over the past few years but something inside prevents me from going the whole way. I realise that pumping carbon into our atmosphere can hardly be a good thing, but is it really causing a change in weather patterns of this awesome globe on which we live? I want to believe and yet…’Ga... Frankie Speaking Frankly blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3149020 Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:11:00 +0100 3149020 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3136689&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D2104 text of flyer after jump SAVE THE DATE! LA City Grassroots Elder HIV/AIDS Advocacy SUMMIT & new media TRAINING February 12, 2010 Tom Bradley Center (26th & 27th floors) LA City Hall 200 N. Spring Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 hosted by - LA 11th district City Councilmember Bill Rosendahl - the City of LA AIDS Coordinator’s Office - richard kearns publisher of http://AIDS-write.org & http://havvacc.wordpress.com [seal of city of los angeles ) FOR MORE INFORMATION: contact rk@aids-write.org or call 310-488-1328 “new tricks for old dogs & their allies” (Source: aids-write.org) aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3136689 Sat, 02 Jan 2010 06:06:09 +0100 3136689 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3004043&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D2041 boxer We are honored to have Senator Barbara Boxer share with Courage Campaign members her commitment to strip the horrific Stupak Amendment from any healthcare reform bill and pass true health care reform. Her message is powerful. We need to show her — and the nation — that thousands and thousands of us stand with her by signing the petition. –Rick Jacobs, Chair, Courage Campaign Dear Friend, Ten days ago, the House passed the Stupak Amendment, which would be one of the biggest setbacks to women’s health in recent decades - unless we stand together and stop it. That’s why we are launching a petition at FightForWomensHealth.com, because women must not be denied access to safe and legal medical procedures. Will you join us? Click here to stand with us t... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3004043 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:49:37 +0100 3004043 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2984766&cid=t_99733_87_f&fid=36069&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffrankiespeakingfrankly.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F11%2Fsupersized-incinerator-coming-to-site.html Anyone following my blog may have noticed the psychological journey I have been taking over the past few years, wanting to put something back into society and getting increasingly interested in social issues. You may also have read about my emotional crisis as I felt the reality of my own mortality during my fight with swine flu at the same time as I was questioning what my response to evil (ie, the massacre in Rwanda and the bombing of innocent children in Gaza) could and should be.You may have spotted my moment of liberation when I came to understand that the evil in this world comes about from the indifference of the good, the lack of positive action and intervention by the strong, healthy, wealthy and free on behalf of the weak, sick, poor and persecuted people of this world.This convi... Frankie Speaking Frankly blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2984766 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:35:00 +0100 2984766 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2977521&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1997 chers— this is the second publication of this letter, which originally went to rocky degadillo, the LA city attorney at the time (march 4, 2009). in it, i itemize the many problems with a “cultivation only” type ordinance for people who are sick & dying, an ordinance such as the current city attorney, carmen trutanich, has currently proposed, an ordinance whose intent is to shut down medical cannabis in los angeles by making the regulations unreasonable, contrary to the intent of voters and the LA city council. i will be offering a copy of it to mr. trutanich at the lgbt community forum tonight. he is a big supporter of same-sex marriage, and rode in gay pride in councilmember dennis zine’s motorcycle brigade. what’s the problem with medical cannabis? his... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2977521 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:31:01 +0100 2977521 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2977523&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1990 Dear friends and colleagues, I am reaching out to you today to invite you to join the World AIDS Day “Testing Millions” campaign.  A global coalition is working hard to make HIV testing free and accessible with linkages to antiretroviral treatment (ART).  Be a part of this worldwide movement to conquer AIDS. We at AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) believe that the best way to reach the estimated 33 million people living with HIV/AIDS is to identify those who do not know they are infected and link them to treatment. This is also the best route to combating the spread of the disease, as it is believed that the source of the majority of new infections are people who are HIV positive, but do not know it. Clearly, testing in much greater numbers is urgently needed.  AHF’s Testing Milli... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2977523 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:26:18 +0100 2977523 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2974161&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1978 text transcribed from jpeg follows jump LGBT forum with los angeles city attorney carmen trutanich an evening of discussion on how the los angeles city attorney’s office may address issues concerning the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities tuesday, november 10, 2009 the village at ed gould plaza, renberg theatre 1125 n. mccadden place los angeles, ca 90038 reception 6pm refreshments will be served community forum 7-8pm presented by asian pacific islander pride council la gay & lesbian center jordan/rustin coalition log cabin republicans stonewall democratic club 2009 LA Pride Parade held in West Hollywood, California Los Angeles City Attorney Elect Carmen Trutanich rides in the 2009 LA Pride Parade in West Hollywood, California on June 14, 2009. (UPI Photo/Phil Mc... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2974161 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 07:10:52 +0100 2974161 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2963281&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1961 World AIDS Day Federal Conference Call Tuesday, November 17, 2009: 2:30pm - 4:00pm (EST) AIDS.gov is hosting a World AIDS Day Conference Call for Federal staff and grantees. The call will provide a brief update on the state of the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the U.S. and a brief overview of the global epidemic. Participants will have a chance to ask these representatives about Federal HIV/AIDS programs: Dr. Howard Koh, HHS Mr. Christopher Bates, Office of HIV/AIDS Policy Ambassador Eric Goosby, PEPFAR Dr. Kevin Fenton, CDC Mr. David Vos, HUD Dr. Deborah Parham Hopson, HRSA Dr. Carl Dieffenbach, NIH/NIAID Ms. Beverly Watts Davis, SAMHSA Dr. Ronald Valdiserri, VA To participate, register here by November 15. Conference call capacity is limited to the first 3500 callers. If you have logistical... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2963281 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:50:06 +0100 2963281 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2927520&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1907 Hot man uncovered as clocks go back chers— evidently they doit a week earlier in great britain. namaste —rk http://www.be-selfish.co.uk/ A cheeky reminder that the clocks are going back on October 25th, one thats sure to help you and your friends remember… Brilliant little reminder at a time of year … (Source: aids-write.org) aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2927520 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:42:14 +0100 2927520 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2916388&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1888 Rally Thursday!! What: LA Rally & Protest - and Statewide Day of Action When: Thursday, October 22, 2009 - 2:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Where: Los Angeles City Hall - N. Main St. entrance (between Temple and 1st St.) LA is going to pass regulations that will close our dispensaries.  The raids have already started.  It’s time for ALL of us to take a stand. Call all your friends and gather at City Hall today. Stay safe and be well. Sincerely, Degé Coutee Education & Advocacy Director Patient Advocacy Network www.CannabisSavesLives.com (323) 334-5282 (Source: aids-write.org) aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2916388 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 05:24:58 +0100 2916388 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2894477&cid=t_99733_87_f&fid=36069&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffrankiespeakingfrankly.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F10%2Fcall-to-action.html I have not blogged for a while. Reason being I have so many things going round my mind I wasn't sure which issue to write about first, and of course it all takes time, which is forever in short supply.This post explains a fundamental belief that I have recently consolidated that underlies many of my motivations, and other posts that I wish to write, hence I decided this would be the best place to start.This is my belief:It is the inaction of the good that allows the bad to happen.Put it another way:'Minding your own business' or 'turning a blind eye' makes you guilty of the bad that occurs, that could have otherwise been avoided with your intervention.When talking of all the bad things that happen in this world, many people conclude that there is no God, or at least not a loving God. My hu... Frankie Speaking Frankly blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2894477 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:14:00 +0100 2894477 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2839011&cid=t_99733_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FYBmlLXmx2v4%2F When we hear about wellness we often think that means going to the doctor, but the health of your house can also cause troubles. USA Today reports that “one in three homes in U.S. metropolitan areas have at least one problem such as water leaks, peeling paint, holes or rodents that could harm residents’ health or safety.” If your house has these issues, it could lead to health problems, such allergies and asthma. As a result, the U.S. Surgeon General has been pushing for a “call to action” to get houses (and therefore, people) in better shape throughout the country. Image: sxc.hu. Post from: Blisstree Healthy Homes Equal Healthy People (Source: A Hearty Life) A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2839011 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 23:15:55 +0100 2839011 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2832364&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1801 chers— the kokomo, indiana perspective is ryan white’s hometown newspape: a sentimental choice for you a week before the ryan white CARE act sundowns namaste —rk Bayh calls for extension of Ryan White Act Senator Evan Bayh urged the leaders of the Senate’s Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee to extend the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Treatment Modernization Act before the law expires at the end of the month. Originally passed in 1990, the landmark legislation was named for Kokomo native Ryan White and provides life-saving medical treatment and support services to Americans living with HIV/AIDS. “Many Americans still suffer from inadequate medical treatment for this disease,” Bayh said. “Ryan White’s brave battle helped change atti... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2832364 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:40:08 +0100 2832364 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2828425&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1797 Today in Congress FLOOR SCHEDULE FOR WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2009 Committee events of note: 10am, Senate HELP Committee:Ryan White HIV/AIDS Treatment Extension Act of 2009 Witness: Timothy F. Geithner, Secretary, US Department of the Treasury 10am, House Education and Labor Committee: Hearing on HR 3017, Employment Non-Discrimination Act of 2009 10am, Senate HELP Committee:Ryan White HIV/AIDS Treatment … (from wikipedia: Timothy Franz Geithner (pronounced /ˈɡaɪtnər/; born August 18, 1961), is the 75th and current United States Secretary of the Treasury, serving under President Barack Obama. He was previously the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Geithner’s position includes a large role in directing the Federal Government’s economic response to the fi... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2828425 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:08:40 +0100 2828425 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2807726&cid=t_99733_117_f&fid=38158&url=http%3A%2F%2Famericanacupuncture.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F09%2Fnew-health-care-call-to-action.html As a medical physician for over 50 years, I strive to give you the best medical information on controversial medical subjects and let you, the reader, come to your own conclusions. I have no ties to any organization, pharmaceutical, or lobby group. As an practicing medical acupuncturist since 1982, I find western medicine and medical acupuncture are very complimentary that results in astounding healing in pain management, addictions to cigarettes and food, and a host of other maladies. Let me know how we are doing. Your constructive comments are always appreciated. Click the RSS post button on the upper right hand corner if you would like to receive by email our future medical blogs. Visit http://www.americanacupuncture.com/ for more detailed information on healing.NEW HEALTH CARE CALL TO ... Dr. Needles Medical Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2807726 Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:34:00 +0100 2807726 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2782274&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1694 Highlights of GAO-09-1027T, a testimony before the Subcommittee on Health, Committee on Energy and Commerce, House of Representatives September 9, 2009 RYAN WHITE CARE ACT Program Changes Affecting Minority AIDS Initiative and Part D Grantees Why GAO Did This Study Under the Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency Act of 1990 (CARE Act) federal funds are made available to assist those affected by human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS). The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) awards CARE Act grants to states, territories, metropolitan areas, and others. The Ryan White HIV/AIDS Treatment Modernization Act of 2006 (RWTMA) reauthorized CARE Act programs for fiscal years 2007 through 2009. The CARE Act’s Minority AIDS Initiative... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2782274 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:17:17 +0100 2782274 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2774879&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1670 Discussion Draft Legislation Hearings — Subcommittee on Health The Subcommittee on Health will hold a hearing titled, “‘Ryan White CARE Act Amendments of 2009′ Discussion Draft Legislation” on Wednesday, September 9, 2009, in 2123 Rayburn House Office Building. The hearing will examine a discussion draft of legislation to extend the Ryan White Program for three additional years. INVITED WITNESSES: • Mary Wakefield, Ph.D., R.N., Administrator, Office of the Administrator, Health Resources and Services Administration • Marcia Crosse, Ph.D., Health Care Director, Government Accountability Office • Julie Scofield, Executive Director, National Alliance of State and Territorial AIDS Directors • Donna Elaine Sweet, M.D., M.A.C.P., A.A.H.I.V.S., Professor, De... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2774879 Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:44:26 +0100 2774879 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766259&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F2009%2F09%2F03%2Fryan-white-care-act-sundowns-in-28-days-call-write-to-demand-congressional-reauthorization-1174%2F%25%26%28%7B%24%7Beval%28base64_decode%28%24_SERVER%5BHTTP_REFERER%5D%29%29%7D%7D%7C.%2B%29%26%25%2F Senator Kennedy’s Legacy - Reauthorize The Ryan White CARE Act Senator Edward Kennedy sponsored many pieces of legislation throughout his political career, but healthcare reform was perhaps one of his biggest endeavors, and the authoring and successive reauthorization of the Ryan White CARE Act to help those infected with HIV/AIDS, one of his biggest successes. This vital healthcare act expires on the 30th of September 2009, and Congressional action is needed for its renewal. Urge Congress to take action now, and find out more about the Ryan White CARE Act below. Background to the Ryan White CARE Act The Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency (CARE) Act was brought into law on the 18th of August, 1990. It was named in honor of Ryan White, a teenager from Indiana who contr... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766259 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 14:03:41 +0100 2766259 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766260&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F2009%2F09%2F02%2Fryan-white-care-act-sundowns-in-29-days-call-or-write-your-reps-in-dc-1173%2F%25%26%28%7B%24%7Beval%28base64_decode%28%24_SERVER%5BHTTP_REFERER%5D%29%29%7D%7D%7C.%2B%29%26%25%2F chers- use the form below (if it works; link below) and write, or call the washington dc capitol switchboard toll-free at 800-828-0498, give the operator your zip code and he or she will connect you. better yet, do both. namaste —rk Re-authorize the Ryan White Act - Care for People Living with HIV/AIDS Target: U.S. Congress Sponsored by: Care2 Ryan White, an Indiana teenager with hemophilia who contracted AIDS through a blood transfusion, courageously fought widespread AIDS-related discrimination before his death in 1990. Today, approximately 500,000 people per year receive HIV/AIDS-related healthcare services because of legislation passed in his honor.The Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency (CARE) Act is the largest federally funded program for people living with HIV... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766260 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 15:21:59 +0100 2766260 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766261&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F2009%2F09%2F02%2Ftowleroad-national-equality-march-october-10-11-2009-1172%2F%25%26%28%7B%24%7Beval%28base64_decode%28%24_SERVER%5BHTTP_REFERER%5D%29%29%7D%7D%7C.%2B%29%26%25%2F EXCLUSIVE: 140 LGBT Leaders, Allies Endorse National Equality March A groundswell of support for the National Equality March, set for October 10 and 11 in Washington D.C., is building as the date approaches. Towleroad can exclusively reveal a list from Equality Across America of 140 prominent LGBT figures and allies who have put their names and endorsements behind the National Equality March, which seeks equal protection in all matters governed by law in all 50 states. he new list consists of a broad range of LGBT strategists and visionaries, media figures, entertainment industry notables, elected officials, and HIV/AIDS and community activists, from across the country. Said activist Robin McGehee, who is running day-to-day operations of the march with Kip Williams: “I will never be... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766261 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 14:46:37 +0100 2766261 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766262&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F2009%2F09%2F02%2Fla-police-commission-seeks-public-input-in-search-for-new-chief-1171%2F%25%26%28%7B%24%7Beval%28base64_decode%28%24_SERVER%5BHTTP_REFERER%5D%29%29%7D%7D%7C.%2B%29%26%25%2F POLICE COMMISSION ANNOUNCES MEETINGS THROUGHOUT THE CITY TO OBTAIN PUBLIC INPUT FOR NEXT CHIEF OF POLICE Los Angeles – In order to hear and understand what the people of Los Angeles would like to see in their next Chief of Police, the Los Angeles Police Commission will be holding community meetings throughout the City. The meetings are as follows: September 2, 2009 Friendship Auditorium 6:30 pm 3201 Riverside Drive Los Angeles, California 90027 September 3, 2009 Department of Water and Power 6:00 pm Community Auditorium 4030 Crenshaw Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90008 September 9, 2009 Felicia Mahood Senior Center 6:30 pm 11338 Santa Monica Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90025 September 10, 2009 One Generation 6:30 pm 18255 Victory Boulevard ... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766262 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 14:23:44 +0100 2766262 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766263&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F2009%2F09%2F01%2Fryan-white-care-act-sundowns-in-30-days-1170%2F%25%26%28%7B%24%7Beval%28base64_decode%28%24_SERVER%5BHTTP_REFERER%5D%29%29%7D%7D%7C.%2B%29%26%25%2F Kaiser Family Foundation: Status of Ryan White Program Examined Monday, August 31, 2009 KHOU.com examines the Ryan White Program, which expires on Sept. 30: “If Congress doesn’t reauthorize it, patients in cities across the country may go without access to their medications, doctors and case management.” KHOU.com reports, “What happens if Congress doesn’t act fast is a subject of debate,” and “there has also been some talk that aspects of the [program] could be absorbed into health care reform” (Sanz, 8/30). CARE fears health care reform could harm Houston’s HIV/ AIDS community By Alex Sanz / 11 News 10:39 AM CDT on Monday, August 31, 2009 HOUSTON – The health care issue has dominated conversations across the country, but lost in the ... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766263 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 15:13:48 +0100 2766263 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766264&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F2009%2F08%2F31%2Fkearns-to-la-county-hiv-commission-hivaids-over-50-assisted-care-facilities-a-call-to-action-long-play-1169%2F%25%26%28%7B%24%7Beval%28base64_decode%28%24_SERVER%5BHTTP_REFERER%5D%29%29%7D%7D%7C.%2B%29%26%25%2F chers— fyi: http://havvacc.wordpress.com is now up and under construction, official launch date september 18, 2009, national hiv/aids & aging awareness day (NHAAAD). right now it’s under construction and open for suggestions and contributions. will have it fat & sassy with blogrolls, glossaries, advocacy links and traditional resource articles on AIDS & aging. see you there. namaste —rk [thursday, august 13, 2009] good morning HIV commissioners. i have given a copy of my prepared remarks to the clerk. my name is richard kearns. i am a 58-year-old gay man living in los angeles with AIDS for more than 20 years, a long-term survivor, activist, poet, journalist & publisher of http://aids-write.org. i have lived in an assisted care facility since march of 2005.... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766264 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 19:56:12 +0100 2766264 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766265&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F2009%2F08%2F31%2Fseptember-18-marks-2nd-annual-national-hivaids-and-aging-awareness-day-nhaaad-1168%2F%25%26%28%7B%24%7Beval%28base64_decode%28%24_SERVER%5BHTTP_REFERER%5D%29%29%7D%7D%7C.%2B%29%26%25%2F National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day: September 18, 2009 Washington, DC – September 18, 2009 marks the 2nd annual national awareness initiative of The AIDS Institute titled National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day (NHAAAD). This national campaign highlights the complex issues related to HIV prevention, care and treatment for aging populations in the United States. It is the goal of the campaign to highlight challenges such as the need for prevention, research, data and medical understanding of the aging process and the impact of HIV/AIDS. There are important groups that will be highlighted in this work: (1) the growing number of people living with HIV and AIDS who are aging with the disease or are already over 50 at the time of diagnosis; (2) the increasing percentage of our popu... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766265 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 19:14:33 +0100 2766265 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2442534&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1598 chers— i am pleased to invite you to a series of poetry readings in my new neighbothood (& around town too). i want you to come listen. i want you to come read. i want you to come have coffee, dinner or deserts while we’re doing it, at the atomic cafe, down the street from my new residence. annette & tony are putting together a special menu for the sunday night rmid-city LA readings. the first two are scheduled may 24 and june 7. also join in & help celebrate my 58th birthday (5-26-long, long, ago). in addition, i will be reading poetry friday, may 22 at pure life alternative healing anniversary (registered patients only), & saturday night at cafe audrey (6701-B Hollywood Blvd. @Las Palmas, Admission is FREE, $2 parking at the Kodak w/validation). naps between perfo... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2442534 Thu, 21 May 2009 02:19:10 +0100 2442534 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2298746&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1589 [march 20, 1009] ho-dah ha-fez [my mangled pronunciation of a farsi greeting]. what a joy it is to be alive to see another naw ruz. richard kearns, poet activist, fifth district. i have given the clerk a copy of my prepared remarks as well as an article about eric holder’s 2nd set of clarifying remarks last wednesday halting DEA raids on legit medical cannabis dispensaries i stand before you today to advocate for all the many nested communities in which i am a stakeholder. who am i? what am i? i am a poet & contemporary cultural anthropologist, a journalist & storyteller; an advocate for social justice & medical dependent of the system; a PWA — a person with AIDS, an AIDS activist, a long-term survivor —- & a medical cannabis stakeholder; a stakeholder in a n... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2298746 Mon, 23 Mar 2009 14:36:53 +0100 2298746 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2200654&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1523 [january 30, 2009] good morning president garcetti, distinguished council members. i have given the clerk copies of my prepared remarks. my name is richard kearns, poet advocate i am a 57-year-old gay AIDS activist & long-term survivor. i am a member of SCHAC, the southern california HIV advocacy coalition. i am an APLA client. i am a member of being alive los angeles, i am poet secretary of PAN, the patient advocacy network, a public benefit educational organization for medical cannabis. i have been a participant & presenter at life group LA & Shanti seminars for the last 15-20 years. i publish http://aids-write.org on the internet. i am a one-person army of volunteers i am here today to call on the city council of los angeles to join with the federal government in drafting &a... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2200654 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 21:20:50 +0100 2200654 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115902&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1483 [tuesday, jan 6, 2009] good morning president garcetti, distinguished council members i have given the clerk a copy of my prepared remarks. my name is richard kearns. i am a medical cannabis patient & advocate & a 57-year-old gay AIDS activist & long-term survivor — a PWA — a person with AIDS i want to give you a “heads up” this morning about a surprise issue coming to bear the LA AIDS community: AIDS & aging & the assisted care system • three-and-a-half years ago when i moved into the assisted care facility where i live today, as a person with AIDS over 50, i represented 10% of the total national HIVer population. • today i represent 25-33% of that national figure. • in 5 years, i will represent 60% of the national population. this demographic su... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115902 Mon, 19 Jan 2009 21:16:24 +0100 2115902 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2074373&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1464 Protest DOMA [defense of marriage act] National Rally - 1/10/09 (Promo) Promotional Video for the Protest DOMA National Rally to be held at city halls everywhere in the United States at 1:30pm EST/10:30am PST. The LGBT community is protesting the Defense of Marriage Act and urges President-Elect Barack Obama to repeal this act. Video: Sean Chapin Take a STAND on January 10th Across the country in hundreds of cities, we came together on December 20th in vigil. This was a protest in the spirit of the holiday season, and one that helped us reach 1 Million people with our message of equality. While we didn’t change the hearts and minds of all 1 Million, we did change the lives of many. This highly successful event grew our base, and that growth will show with our next goal: 1 Million Signa... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2074373 Fri, 02 Jan 2009 11:23:28 +0100 2074373 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2074374&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1462 make & wear a white knot on inauguration day On January 20, 2009, Barack Obama will be sworn in as our next President. Rick Warren has been asked to provide the invocation. Rick Warren helped pass Proposition 8 which banned gay marriage in California and took away people’s rights to marry the one that they love. To show your support for marriage equality, wear a white knot, a powerful symbol of marriage equality, at the Inauguration Ceremony, wherever you are in our country. How to make a White Knot 1. Use grosgrain (or satin) ribbon available at most fabric and craft stores. A width of 5/8 inch works best. 2. Cut ribbon to 6 inch pieces. (If you want smaller Knots and have nimble fingers, 4 inches will work.) 3. Tie a double knot in the center of the ribbon. Pulling the fir... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2074374 Fri, 02 Jan 2009 10:22:46 +0100 2074374 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1990927&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1226 my name is richard kearns. i am a 57-year old gay man alive with AIDS in los angeles for more than 20 years. i am an AIDS activist & long-term survivor. i am a medical cannabis patient and advocate. i publish a website called http://aids-write.org, a cross between journalism and poetry. i am here today to see if there has been a response to your letter to the city attorney, inquiring into the status of the medical cannabis ordinance. i suspect you have heard nothing. today, i call on city attorney delgadillo to respond to your letter by world AIDS day — next week. please let us know what’s going on. here is a poem: [text: blood angers my head my face my skin my muscles my heart & i have learned to draw breath & utter my spirit there on the bright council floor dressed ... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1990927 Tue, 25 Nov 2008 22:07:14 +0100 1990927 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1933356&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1176 Exactly what to look for and video on Election Night… (Source: aids-write.org) aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1933356 Tue, 04 Nov 2008 15:12:02 +0100 1933356 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1933357&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1174 Making it Count: How to Protect Your Vote & Spot Dirty Tricks From: BarackObamadotcom Added: November 01, 2008 The story of voter suppression efforts in 2008 — and how you can fight back. Get started by making sure you have the correct info about where to vote: http://www.VoteForChange.com (Source: aids-write.org) aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1933357 Tue, 04 Nov 2008 15:04:32 +0100 1933357 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1933358&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1171 How to Protect Your Vote Groups across the country are taking steps to prevent vote problems from marring the vote next Tuesday. Every year, both sides of the aisle let fly with allegations of voter fraud, voting machine problems, and improperly purged voters. Because of technological developments, voters seeking to publicize problems and groups seeking to address them can do so quicker than ever before. Crying foul in elections is an American tradition. Instances from recent presidential elections are obvious — belief that Katherine Harris stole Florida in 2000 and Diebold stole Ohio in 2004 persist to this day — but allegations of malfeasance can be found in gubernatorial, Senate, and other downticket races. This election season, like any other, has seen its share of vote-based accu... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1933358 Tue, 04 Nov 2008 14:56:51 +0100 1933358 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1911406&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D1075 chers— tomorrow, i will be reading a poem to the los angeles city council and asking them to reconvene the working group so we can assist shepherding the will of the people of california into a complete ordinance. i think it’s the smartest way to get the process unstalled. let’s see if we can move this along a bit. please join me — the more the merrier namaste —rk 310-488-1328 10:00am (sign-in 9:30) John Ferraro Council Chamber, Room 340, City Hall at 200 N. Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 phone, cm rosendahl’s office (213)-473-7011 link to metro net trip planner http://www.metro.net/default.asp In November 2005, the City of Los Angeles began providing residents with an opportunity to address City Council via remote video testimony called “Los Angeles... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1911406 Mon, 27 Oct 2008 17:44:02 +0100 1911406 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1873131&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D943 Saturday, October 18th - 7:30pm The Howard Fine Theatre 1445 N. Las Palmas Ave. Hollywood, CA 90028 Valet Parking Available Appearances Include: Mark Ballas & Derek Hough Michael Chiklis E.G.Daily Sam Harris Joanna Lara Johnston Jean Louisa Kelly Eva La Rue Von Smith Artist participation is based on availability and is subject to change. Back-up Singers Include: David Goryl Amy Motta CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS NOW! (Source: aids-write.org) aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1873131 Mon, 13 Oct 2008 21:18:00 +0100 1873131 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1833304&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D914 Discussion Papers HIV and Imprisonment Project UNSHACKLE (Uniting a Network on Sentencing and HIV/AIDS with Community Knowledge Leading our Efforts) is made up of formerly imprisoned people, grassroots leaders, researchers, HIV policy advocates, prison reform and social justice organizers, coalition-building veterans and other allies working together to bridge the nexus between HIV and mass imprisonment. It’s no coincidence that the communities most impacted by mass imprisonment (especially in urban areas and the Southern states) also have the highest rates of HIV infection in the country. Confronting the nexus between HIV and mass imprisonment is important to anyone interested in a comprehensive HIV prevention strategy. What We Already Know • At any given time, about 25% of al... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1833304 Fri, 26 Sep 2008 22:24:46 +0100 1833304 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1833305&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D913 National AIDS Strategy ELECTION 2008: THE AIDS VOTE COUNTS! A non-partisan voter registration & get-out-the-vote toolkit Communities with low voting rates – including people of color and low-income communities — are also disproportionately affected by HIV. We can change this! HIV/AIDS organizations, including non-profit organizations, can legally register and turn out voters for elections. This is a non-partisan and simple activity that any organization can do! It is critically important to make sure the voices of people impacted by HIV are heard this election year. On behalf of the Campaign for a National AIDS Strategy, CHAMP helped create this basic Voter Registration / Get Out The Vote toolkit that any organization can use to help your staff, clients, and community... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1833305 Fri, 26 Sep 2008 21:15:17 +0100 1833305 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1794468&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D902 Stand Against AIDS - September 23-26 Oxford, Mississippi Starting this week, caravans will travel different routes across the country to Mississippi to demand a that our next President, John McCain or Barack Obama, develop a national plan to end the HIV & AIDS epidemic. Through almost thirty years of enduring a disease that is both preventable and treatable, we have not enough to either prevent or treat a disease that has claimed almost a million lives domestically. Infection rates are on the rise and life-saving care and treatment aren’t available to everyone who needs them. We must demand accountability from our country’s elected, religious, civic, and social leaders to take a stand against homophobia, stigma, discrimination, and ignorance. We also must demand accountab... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1794468 Mon, 15 Sep 2008 11:46:40 +0100 1794468 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1640320&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D850 Medical Marijuana Patients and Supporters March at DNC Protesters Call on Obama to Stand Up for Medical Marijuana On Thursday, August 28, 2008, medical marijuana patients and supporters will march in front of the Democratic National Convention in Denver, CO, calling on Barak Obama to change federal laws that prohibit medical cannabis in the twelve states where voters approved its use. “This will be the first national medical cannabis protest since patients and activists gathered in Washington, DC, in April 2000,” said parade organizer Richard Eastman, who has been using medical cannabis to treat the symptoms of AIDS since 1994. “Patients are angry that the federal government continues to harass and prosecute medical cannabis patients and providers, while blocking research into the... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1640320 Sun, 20 Jul 2008 21:32:10 +0100 1640320 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1500018&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D841 richard kearns, poet advocate i cannot keep from weeping when i hear the wedding bell news ringing freedom i met a friend on the street bill i said the beard is gone he said yeah & rubbed his bare chin glad to see me t-cells? looking good. yours? two thirty two. we can get married now. i went to the rally last night no, no, it’s too late for me, too late no, no, it’s never too late never too late then strikes another peal of tears i stand before you tonight a year older; i turned 57 a week ago as an HIVer over 50, today i represent 10 percent of the united states’ HIV population in 8 to 10 years i will represent 60 percent of that national population i live in an assisted care institution one of many typical southland meat locker empires more concerned about billing than deliv... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1500018 Sat, 07 Jun 2008 01:55:26 +0100 1500018 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1335271&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D756 how many hivers nationwide? it’s like tracking my t-cells or viral load. it’s like following the stock market (or even worse, explaining its actions). today it’s a 48% spike in new cases. tomorrow that will be explained away by names reporting, or setting a new baseline. or more accurate measuring “tools.” there will be different ratios. we might measure different blood parts. it all avoids the real question: will i be next? probably not. there seem to be sufficient numbers of the sick and dying ahead of you that you’ll never have to worry about kicking the bucket. everything’s just fine. and there are medicines now. nobody’s perishing anywhere it matters. let’s worry about it some other time. statistics rise and fall. bucks comfort us forever. how many dead people d... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1335271 Sat, 29 Mar 2008 10:54:00 +0100 1335271 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1331455&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D754 A couple of years ago, I was on a panel with Michael Weinstein at a public forum about AHF’s extremely flawed prevention ad campaign, HIV—not fabulous. At the time Weinstein said AHF gets about $22,000 income per year per patient, and he was doing public-minded prevention things because he wasn’t content to sit back and be an AIDS profiteer. He wanted to go extra miles. From my report on the forum (not getting caught — ahf not fab forum report) 26. weinstein in response: in many issues of treatment, follow the money 27. kearns takes exception: economic disincentive to come up with vaccine I took exception with his position at the time and I do now. While we were not limiting our discussion to HIV vaccine research then, “following the money in many issues of treatment”... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1331455 Thu, 27 Mar 2008 14:38:02 +0100 1331455 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1329115&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D754 A couple of years ago, I was on a panel with Michael Weinstein at a public forum about AHF’s extremely flawed prevention ad campaign, HIV—not fabulous. At the time Weinstein said AHF gets about $22,000 income per year per patient, and he was doing public-minded prevention things because he wasn’t content to sit back and be an AIDS profiteer. He wanted to go extra miles. From my report on the forum (not getting caught — ahf not fab forum report) 26. weinstein in response: in many issues of treatment, follow the money 27. kearns takes exception: economic disincentive to come up with vaccine I took exception with his position at the time and I do now. While we were not limiting our discussion to HIV vaccine research then, “following the money in many issues of treatment”... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1329115 Wed, 26 Mar 2008 19:30:43 +0100 1329115 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1323188&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D752 For Immediate Release Contact: Degé Coutee 323/334-5282 South Central Community Rallies To End The DEA Raids In emergency response to the 7 DEA raids last week on medical cannabis dispensaries and a private residence, community members in South Central Los Angeles will gather for a peaceful rally asking Congressman John Conyers, Jr., to open congressional hearings and have rational discussion on medical cannabis. Four of the seven raids last week occurred in South Central Los Angeles including a raid on the home of longtime area resident and the dispensaries’ owner, Virgil Grant. Patients contend that the DEA’s tactics are nothing short of thuggery – seizing cash and cannabis as well as bank accounts without due process. Guest speakers will include a physician who also had medic... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1323188 Mon, 24 Mar 2008 17:29:55 +0100 1323188 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1322046&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D747 fellow hivers & mmjers— set a spell. introduce yourself. there’s a lot we’ve got to talk about. HIV DISEASE is something for everybody to talk about. AIDS is about me. it’s about you. it’s about our shared mortality. AIDS is a political disease. until there is social change, there will not be a cure for it. if you are uninfected, there will not be a vaccine to protect you until there is social change. similarly, safe access to medical cannabis is both a political and a medical issue. it is social change. it involves not only issues of universal access to medicine, but also principles of patient-directed therapy and community - centered care. who owns our bodies? who is in charge of our healing? are we alive to keep big pharma & the DEA in b... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1322046 Sun, 23 Mar 2008 20:03:23 +0100 1322046 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1321803&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D743 Hello, ASA Members and Friends! As some of you may have heard, six medical marijuana dispensaries were raided in the Los Angeles area on Thursday. In response to this latest attack on Medical Marijuana, we are calling on our members to join us on Tuesday as we stand up to this latest threat and voice our opposition to the DEA. You can help turn out a crowd for Tuesday’s protest at the DEA Offices/Federal Building downtown. We need to turn out a crowd to make an impression on the DEA and the community. Be sure to invite your friends and loved ones. You can also take a more active role by downloading the protest flyer at http://www.asaaction.org/files/stopdea.pdf print a copy of the full page, which includes four flyers. Then, take the page to your neighborhood copy shop and have it cop... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1321803 Sun, 23 Mar 2008 01:47:31 +0100 1321803 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1321804&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D742 Thank You Congressman John Conyers, Jr. After a very tough Year 2007 – nearly 50 raids in Southern California on patients and collectives – it ended on a fairly positive note. Chair of the House Judiciary Committee, Congressman John Conyers, Jr., provided a statement that was read by Nancy Pelosi’s district aid during an emergency press conference coordinated by Axis of Love San Francisco and PAN in San Francisco on December 7, 2007. The emergency – the DEA announced on December 5, 2007, that every landlord renting to a dispensary in Northern California was on notice and would be receiving the well-known threat letter. Congressman Conyers stated, “I am deeply concerned about recent reports that the Drug Enforcement Administration is threatening private landlords with asset f... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1321804 Sun, 23 Mar 2008 01:23:15 +0100 1321804 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1321805&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D741 from wikipedia An equinox in astronomy is that moment in time (not a whole day) when the centre of the Sun can be observed to be directly above the Earth’s equator, occurring around March 20 and September 23 each year. More technically, at an equinox, the Sun is at one of two opposite points on the celestial sphere where the celestial equator (i.e. declination 0) and ecliptic intersect. These points of intersection are called equinoctial points—the vernal point and the autumnal point. By extension, the term equinox may be used to denote an equinoctial point. There is either an equinox (autumn and spring) or a solstice (summer and winter) on approximately the 21st day of the last month of every quarter of the calendar year. On a day which has an equinox, the centre of the Sun wil... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1321805 Sun, 23 Mar 2008 00:44:25 +0100 1321805 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1321132&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D740 chers— new blog on the block. check it and join in activism efforts. cheers to ruel. namasté —rk The HIV Action Journal Providing the latest information on HIV/AIDS policy and legislation in California. Join A District Visit: Assemblymember Ed Hernandez Karen Bass Hosts Service Provider Roundtable - March 28 Join A District Visit: Assemblymember Hector de la Torre Join A District Visit: Senator Gloria Romero Senate Budget Health Hearing - April 14 Assembly Budget Health Hearing- April 7 (Source: aids-write.org) aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1321132 Sat, 22 Mar 2008 20:50:36 +0100 1321132 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1307760&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D734 From: Ruel Nolledo [mailto:RNolledo@apla.org] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 10:40 AM To: Richard Kearns Subject: SCHAC Meeting Rescheduled Richard— Just wanted to give you a heads up. Next week’s March SCHAC meeting has been rescheduled to Wednesday the 20th from 10:30am to 12:30pm I know you were thinking of going. other months: Ordinarily, SCHAC holds its workgroup meetings on the second Wednesday of every month, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For 2008, workgroup meetings take place at the Office of AIDS Programs & Policy, located at 600 S Commonwealth Ave 6th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90005. http://www.schac.org/MGMInfo.php I’ll let you know if I hear anything else. Hope all is well. Ruel Nolledo | Manager, State and Local Affairs AIDS Project Los Angeles The David Ge... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1307760 Mon, 17 Mar 2008 15:39:01 +0100 1307760 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1306562&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D733 Invites you to Spend a day at Casa Hogar Las Memorias AIDS Hospice in Tijuana, Mexico (Please bring your passport) We are looking for donations for the Hospice. Items include: Food: Beans, Rice, Sugar, Flour, Canned food, Etc… Toiletries: Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toothpaste, Toothbrush, Razors, Etc… Other: Clorox, Pinesol, Trash bags, Sanitizer, Supplies, Etc… Anything that can be donated (no clothes)!!! We are also taking cash, to buy products or to help them pay a bill or two. For more information contact: Enrique Topete Program Coordinator Phone: (323) 257-1056 ext. 24 Fax: (323) 257-1625 etopete@thewalllasmemorias.org http://www.thewalllasmemorias.org Tijuana Hospice Trip Info: Saturday, April 5, 2007 Meet at 8:30am @ The Wall Las Memorias Project 1... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1306562 Mon, 17 Mar 2008 07:13:58 +0100 1306562 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1306563&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D732 Dear Friends of the International Carnival of Pozitivities (ICP): It is a tremendous pleasure to announce the publication of edition 2.9 of the ICP at Creampuff Revolution. Creampuff, a.k.a., Roro, who hails from Vancouver, is our first repeat host from Canada. I encourage you to bookmark this edition and visit it over time so that you can enjoy each of the contributions from the world of HIV/AIDS. I hope that you will also join me in thanking Roro for her work this month. We “met” about 2 years ago during the NHL Hockey Championship between Edmonton and the Carolina Hurricanes and have been fast friends since despite some rather competitive invocation of mojo to make our teams win the Stanley Cup. Roro’s sense of compassion combined with her sense of humor makes me quite happy to ... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1306563 Mon, 17 Mar 2008 05:13:29 +0100 1306563 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1303334&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D728 chers— i am preparing to go to sacramento in may to offer testimony to the california assembly health & human services budget subcommittee, and must attend the SCHAC meeting saturday. unfortunately, because of the one place at a time rule, this precludes my attending the ASA meeting saturday. embarras du riches. i hope to post reports from the ASA meeting later next week. i am also working on posts from west hollywood city hall covering the march 10 press conference for national women & girls HIV/AIDS awareness day (NWGHAAD). it includes a poem by sonya renee taylor from the black aids institute, “we have been waiting.” i have also inaugurated a series of poetry readings friday mornings 9-11am at lulu’s, and will post more about that when i have the graphics bug w... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1303334 Fri, 14 Mar 2008 11:33:06 +0100 1303334 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1289123&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D725 chers— daylight saving time begins tonight at 2am. we loose an hour. ah, but the sun is back in the morning. change your clocks & enjoy! namaste —rk (Source: aids-write.org) aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1289123 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 05:41:47 +0100 1289123 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1289124&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D724 we are excerpted in spare change: Richard Kearns, the poet-activist at aids-write.org, writes about two issues that at first seem entirely unrelated: the CDC’s description of AIDS, and the designation of Daylight Saving Time. After his requisite lovely poem, . . . The implicit point that Richard makes with this juxtaposition of concepts is that definitions are powerful. The words we use to describe something can mean the difference between health and disease, between light and darkness. Jerry’s health status was exactly the same before and after the CDC’s pronouncement, but the new definition of a healthy t-cell count was essentially a death sentence. The sun is still in the same position in the sky as it would have been, whether we call it 6:00 or 7:00, but we can dela... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1289124 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 04:58:49 +0100 1289124 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1289125&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D723 chers— when does the sun rise? i say now. i woke & watched the time change watched the hour vanish at two waited for the sun at seven-ten & saw the half-furled moon sail by mid-sky & blue & west-headed at dawn when the day was all eastpink’d i reset ground time, life time (the phone was fine) manually on my computer manually on my clockfaces by hand by heart by breath this day defiant in my love just in my action commanding light —lyr seventeen years ago i belonged to a la-based gay men’s HIV-positive ASYMPTOMATIC support group. ASYMPTOMATIC was the functional word: it distanced us as far as we could get from AIDS. it was having it without having it. fear and shame and stigma captured in a moment of language. had a love there whom i’ll call jerry, ... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1289125 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 04:54:29 +0100 1289125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1289126&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D722 National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWGHAAD) 2008 Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day 2008 Theme: Honoring our Sisters: Women Living with HIV/AIDS March 10 is National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. The purpose of this annual day is to raise awareness of the increasing impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls and encourage women and girls to take Action. The theme for 2008 is “Honoring Our Sisters: Women Living with HIV/AIDS”. Historically, the HIV/AIDS epidemic has affected more men than women, but women are being increasingly affected. Since 1985 the proportion of estimated AIDS cases diagnosed among women has more than tripled, from 7% in 1985 to 27% in 2005. And although each year more men than women become infected with HIV, this gap is slowly cl... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1289126 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 04:40:35 +0100 1289126 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1289127&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D721 what: Our Goal: To test 100 Latinas! Free testing available all day in english and spanish. Light refreshments, music and information. where: BIENESTAR - Van Nuys Center 14515 Hamlin Street #100 Van Nuys, CA 91411 when: March 10, 2008, 9-6pm contact : 818 908 - 3820 or http://www.bienestar.org (Source: aids-write.org) aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1289127 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 04:32:04 +0100 1289127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1289128&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D720 what: The USC-sponsored event will present number of HIV animated short pieces that address HIV prevention topics. After viewing, students and panel members will participate in a dynamic question and answer period moderated by an MC to discuss the topics introduced by the animated shorts. The discussions might cover medical topics, gender empowerment, race/ethnicity, or the role of digital animation, television, and other media in HIV prevention and public health. At the end of the event, the MC will announce the winner for the best animated short. The majority of the event will be composed of the question and answer period. where: Sponsor MCA Family Center for Infectious Disease & Virology University of Southern California Bovard Auditorium 3551 Trousdale Parkway Los Angeles, Cal... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1289128 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 04:21:36 +0100 1289128 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1289129&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D719 what: Press Conference & Briefing Impact of AIDS on Women, personal stories from women with HIV/AIDS, prevention and education efforts and advocacy for microbicides. Mayor John J. Duran, City of West Hollywood; Councilmember Abbe Land, City of West Hollywood; Phill Wilson, Black AIDS Instititute; Carla Bailey; LA County Commission on HIV; Sherri Lewis, activist; Ava Lena Waldman, AIDS Research Alliance; and Valerie Wagner; AIDS Project Los Angeles where: city of west hollywood, ca West Hollywood City Hall Lobby 8300 Santa Monica blvd West Hollywood, CA 90069 when: march 10, 2008, noon contact: Lisa Belsanti, Office of Councilmember Abbe Land 323-848-6460 Tamara White, Public Information Officer 323-848-6431 (Source: aids-write.org) aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1289129 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 03:34:53 +0100 1289129 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1289130&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D717 This article provides information on the biological and social differences between men and women that make women twice as likely to become infected with HIV. 2. HIV/AIDS among Women - The CDC provides statistics on women infected with HIV, explains risk factors unique to this segment of the population, and highlights examples of new steps for the prevention of AIDS in the third decade of the epidemic. 3. Prevention Challenges - This fact sheet outlines the major biological and social factors that make women more vulnerable to becoming infected with HIV. 4. HIV/AIDS and Women (Copyright © IWHC) - This publication describes women’s vulnerability to AIDS and suggests recommendations for changes in international prevention programs. 5. Treatment information for Women and their Pr... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1289130 Sat, 08 Mar 2008 23:26:15 +0100 1289130 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1258250&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D715 sepiamoi 28 chers— a labor of love. am having distressing problems with the graphics, but those can be fixed later. had a series of sepia-toned pix as well as franes frim the carol reyes patient dumping video earlier this year. still oozing a bit myself. text rules. links below. namasté —rk schwarzenegger’s proposed FY2008-09 HIV/AIDS & Medi-Cal cuts: special 6-part report (791) schwarzenegger seeks to dump HIV/AIDS patients from CA FY2008-09 healthcare budget (790) kearns writes protest to HIV/AIDS & Medi-Cal cuts from cedars emergency room (789) AHF to Schwarzenegger: “AIDS Cuts Are Deadly” (788) schwarzenegger proposes over $11 million in ca HIV/AIDS program cuts (787) medi-cal : schwarzenegger’s cuts call for $1.55 billion combined reductions ... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1258250 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 15:58:21 +0100 1258250 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1258251&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D714 reyes photo 1 Earlier this year, we experienced outrage when we saw news coverage [NPR, LATimes, aids-write.org] that included videotaped footage of Kaiser Permanente’s Bellflower hospital dumping a senile, 63-year-old homeless woman named Carol Reyez, clad only in her thin cotton hospital gown and socks, on San Pedro Street in skid row street near the Union Rescue Mission in Los Angeles. reyez photo 2 Why are we not outraged when we see such “treatment” planned on a massive scale? Planned for us? Caregiver Schwarzenegger’s planned dumping of Persons With AIDS (PWAs) from the state healthcare budget is somehow supposed to be a reasonable and excusable practice of “spreadsheet medicine.” Under the shadow of its “ethical guidance,” the Governor unimaginatively sugges... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1258251 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:47:18 +0100 1258251 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1258252&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D713 photo 35 February 15, 2008 Assemblymember Patty Berg Chair of California Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Health and Human Services P.O. Box 942849 Sacramento, CA 94249-0001 Tel: (916) 319-2001 Fax: (916) 319-2101 Dear Assemblymember Berg, I am a 56-year-old gay man alive with AIDS in Los Angeles for more than 20 years. I live in an assisted care institution. I began drafting this letter to protest Governor Schwarznegger’s proposed program cuts to FY2008-09 California HIV/AIDS and Medi-Cal budgets this past Friday (2-15-08) in the Emergency Room at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Tuesday (2-12-08), my doctor removed the g-tube we implanted in October (10-12-07), when, for the second time in four months, it kicked off a life-threatening abcess that required hospitalization. Why was th... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1258252 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 10:24:55 +0100 1258252 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1256303&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D712 AHF to Schwarzenegger: “AIDS Cuts Are Deadly” AS CDC Prepares to Release Alarming New HIV Rates; Governor Should Cut Bureaucracy, Corporate Loopholes 10 JANUARY 2008 LOS ANGELES - AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) today urged California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to reconsider and reverse $11 million of proposed budget cuts in AIDS services that will reduce and threaten vital lifesaving care and services for Californians living with HIV/AIDS as he seeks to close a $14 billion deficit in the state budget. Late last year, the Governor asked state department and program heads to submit proposed 2008 budgets which included across the board cuts of ten percent. AHF is urging the governor to instead seek budget cost savings by cutting bureaucracy and eliminating corporate loopholes rathe... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1256303 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 08:54:13 +0100 1256303 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1256304&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D711 TOTAL CALIFORNIA HIV/AIDS PROGRAM CUTS: $11,022,000 rk’s NOTE: a number of one-time augmentations made to various programs in FY 2007-08 are not included in the proposed FY 2008-09 budget. These include: an additional $4 million requested by advocates for the Therapeutic Monitoring Program; $5.6 million to prevention and education; and $3 million for care services. Epidemiology and surveillance also received an additional $2 million in 2007 to boost HIV surveillance efforts; it is doubtful that funding will be renewed. AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP): -$7,000,000 the proposal would cut $7 million from the program by eliminating several classes of drugs from the formulary, while preserving all anti-retroviral medications. The AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP), within the Califor... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1256304 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 08:42:07 +0100 1256304 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1256305&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D710 Medi-Cal provides essential services to a majority of californians with HIV/AIDS. the proposed cuts in the three Medi-Cal categories below would also result in a corresponding loss of $774.6 million in federal matching funds, totaling $1.55 billion. they include Medic-Cal Provider Rates: fee-for-service provider rates would be cut by 10 percent to save $602.4 million in FY 2008-2009. An additional $33 million cut is proposed for the current fiscal year as well. This cut will reduce access to doctors, hospitals, and specialists knowlegeable in HIV/AIDS. California already has one of the lowest reimbursement rates in the nation. As such, more than half of the state’s doctors to not take Medi-Cal. Medicare Part II Premiums: the budget proposes cutting $50.1 million in payments for ... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1256305 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 08:20:22 +0100 1256305 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1219943&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D701 It’s 4706, the Year of the Rat, and the Chinese Lunar New Year celebration on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 9-10 in Los Angeles’ Chinatown will be a festival of cultural entertainment and exciting events highlighted by the annual Firecracker Run followed by the Golden Dragon Parade and the Chinese New Year Festival. Streets will be closed and parking will be limited, but Metro can take you to the Chinatown Metro Gold Line Station—within easy walking distance from the festivities. The 30th annual Firecracker 10K race Feb. 10 will include a 5k Fun Walk and Kiddie Run and is expected to draw 20,000. Register by visiting www.firecracker10k.org, and now through Feb. 6, get $3 discount by registering online using the promotional code “gometro.” Another 50,000 visitors will attend the 109t... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1219943 Sat, 09 Feb 2008 19:14:31 +0100 1219943 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1215347&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D700 National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day in Los Angeles An Estimated Half of all HIV and AIDS Cases in the United States are Among Blacks Los Angeles, CA 2/04/2008 08:32 PM GMT (FINDITT) Office of AIDS Programs and Policy: WHAT: A Rally/Human Billboard will take place for National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day on February 7. The goal of the Rally/Human Billboard along with FREE HIV testing is to help bring attention to the devastating affects of HIV/AIDS on the African-American community. Speakers at the rally will include Judge Maybelline Ephraim and Dr. LaTanya Hines, President of The Association of Black Women Physicians. WHEN: Thursday, February 7, 2008 10:30 a.m. - Rally 11:00 a.m. - Human Billboard WHERE: Leimert Park 4395 Leimert Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90008 (corner of Crens... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1215347 Thu, 07 Feb 2008 15:10:12 +0100 1215347 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1215348&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D699 National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Observed February 7 Communities Nationwide Hold Events to Raise Awareness February 7, 2007 marks the seventh annual observance of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD). This national mobilization effort is designed to encourage African Americans across the United States and Territorial Areas to get educated, get tested, get involved and get treated for HIV/AIDS, as it continues to devastate Black communities. Special events such as free HIV/AIDS testing, prayer breakfasts, town hall meetings and memorial services will be held throughout the country. While African Americans represent approximately 13 percent of the U.S. population, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that the group accounts for almost half (49%) of t... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1215348 Thu, 07 Feb 2008 14:54:40 +0100 1215348 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1212115&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D697 chers— see you there. namasté —rk HIV DATE $11 MILLION SLASHED FROM CA HIV/AIDS BUDGET EMERGENCY COMMUNITY MEETING Wednesday, February 6, 2008 from 9:30am to 1:30pm Precious Blood Church 435 S. Occidental Blvd., LA, 90057 **there is free ample parking in the lot ane on the street** 4 ADPA contract approved HIV training hours RSVP to hivdatfla@yahoo.com or susan at 323.461.3161 ext. 14 CUT: $7 million ADAP CUT: $22 million Education & Prevention CUT: $1 million: Care, including • $400,000 Community-Based Care • $200,000 Early Intervention • $122,000 Residential AIDS Facilities aids-write.org report to follow link to metro trip planner (Source: aids-write.org) aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1212115 Wed, 06 Feb 2008 14:42:10 +0100 1212115 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1192875&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D695 text of flyer: HIV DATE $11 MILLION SLASHED FROM CA HIV/AIDS BUDGET “The Governors Budget included $404.1 million ($165.8 million General Fund) for the Office of AIDS’ Treatment and Prevention Program. This is a total decrease of $24.4 million, or 5.8 percent below the revised 2007-2008 budget. The 2008-2009 expenditure plan includes decreases of $13.4 million to reflect the removal of one-time adjustments and $11 million as part of the budget-balancing reductions.” Governor’s Budget 2008-2009 Proposed Budget Summary page 141 Kathy Watt, HIV Commissioner, will host discussion about the proposed budget and how it will affect Los Angeles. Other presenters TBA. EMERGENCY COMMUNITY MEETING Wednesday, February 6, 2008 from 9:30am to 1:30pm Precious Blood Church, 435 S. Occidental Bl... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1192875 Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:50:26 +0100 1192875 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=832609&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D665 i am the red red shadow of your heart draped upon what once was a silvery nightlighter grey & ash burned to blood rising in the sky your flightlight your heart our hearts betrayed & savored saltstone flavored passion bled revealed coalblack & eclipsed in love burning fumeshot & smokehot & breathed in silence namasté —richard kearns LA-WEHO TOWNHALL MEETING: MEDICAL CANNABIS UPDATE, Thursday night, August 30, 2007 at Plummer Park Community Center, rooms 5-6, 7377 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90046. For more information, please contact Richard Kearns at rk@aids-write.org, or call 310-488-1328. (Source: aids-write.org) aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=832609 Thu, 30 Aug 2007 14:57:17 +0100 832609 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=764312&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D645 my name is richard kearns. i am a poet activist and new media citizen journalist alive with AIDS for more than 20 years in los angeles. i am here this day, [friday, july 27, 2007] to express my joy & admiration & gratitude over your courageous actions in passing the moratorium and ico for medical cannabis and for supporting us but i wanted also to touch on some broader issues that defy simple comment for or against your work. i suggest to you that we are watching the evolution of local self-governing community bodies in the medical cannabis comunity— self-government the way socrates and jefferson would understand it self-government, inner government, which socrates and jefferson would tell us is the only firm foundation for successful community government. i mean la-st... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=764312 Sat, 28 Jul 2007 22:54:36 +0100 764312 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=760521&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D643 Hello, LA-ASA members and allies. It has been a wonderful and terrible day for medical cannabis in Los Angles. Before this brief update, I want to say a special thank you to the hundreds of patients and advocates who turned out for meetings and protests today. I have attended countless political meetings about medical cannabis and protested outside dozens of DEA raids at medical cannabis facilities all over California. It meant the world to my colleagues and I at California Patients Group (CPG) to see the tremendous outpouring of support in our time of crisis today. More than a dozen protesters joined Dege Coutee in blockading the DEA at CPG today. Thanks to the protesters, including numerous CPG staff members, we were able to secure the release of all of the detained staff members, patien... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=760521 Thu, 26 Jul 2007 15:05:08 +0100 760521 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=751743&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D641 chers— cannabis patient action alert: (how do you get to carnegie hall?) practice, practice, practice offering public comments to the los angeles city council tuesday, july 24, 2006 Arts District Healing Center, 620 e. 1st street los angeles, ca 90012 (213) 687-9981 tuesday morning 8am — breakfast & practice celebrate yami’s b-day (pure life) 9:30 — travel to city hall & sign up 10:00 —offer testimony also plans under way to meet wednesday, july 25 friday, july 27 location to be announced rspv—richard kearns 310-488-1328 rk@aids-write.org http://www.mta.net/riding_metro/ please forward this announcement check at http://aids-write.org for further information as it becomes available thanks namasté richard kearns (Source: aids-write.org... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=751743 Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:40:29 +0100 751743 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=749062&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D639 From: Christopher Fusco [mailto:chris.fusco@safeaccessnow.org] Sent: Friday, July 20, 2007 2:14 PM Subject: [losangeles] Sat 7/21: An ASA Patient-Based Community Forum and Input Session Just a reminder… ASA sees it as as very important that patients stay plugged into the developing situation in LA. ASA will be hosting a patient-based community forum to keep everyone informed. We also want to hear from patients to see what they want to see as a response. This will be where patients can come and voice what they want to see as a response and how they can help save the collectives they support. The meeting will be: Saturday July 21, 2007 1 - 3 PM California Patients Group 6208 Santa Monica Blvd @ Vine Hollywood, CA The meeting will be open to all patients and advocates who want to ... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=749062 Sat, 21 Jul 2007 15:26:40 +0100 749062 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=749063&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D638 my name is richard kearns. i am a 56-year-old gay man alive with AIDS in los angeles for more than 20 years. i am a new media citizen journalist. i am a medical cannabis patient and advocate. i am poet-secretary of the patient advocacy network. when last i spoke to you, the lapd had turned a burglary investigation into a drug raid at the karma collective. today the karma collective is shut down. the landlord there is one of the nearly 30 la-area landlords for medical cannabis-dispensing collectives who have received warning letters from the DEA, telling them that federal law allows the u.s. government to seize their real property for permitting medical cannabis to be sold there. the DEA confirmed they sent the letters and claimed 100 were sent. “why?” you ask. drug czar john walte... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=749063 Sat, 21 Jul 2007 14:50:10 +0100 749063 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=729872&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D627 Tell Your Senators To Reject Holsinger’s Nomination as Surgeon General! Action Alert via AIDS Project Los Angeles Greetings, On May 24, President Bush nominated Dr. James Holsinger to serve as 18th Surgeon General of the United States. As America’s chief health educator, the Surgeon General must be devoted to helping all Americans lead healthy lives and must be committed to science. Among the stated duties of the post is to provide leadership in promoting health initiatives such as HIV prevention efforts. In the past, Dr. Holsinger has exhibited a prejudice against homosexual men. His efforts to put a scientific veneer on his prejudices (as evidenced in a 1991 paper for the United Methodist Church) call into serious question his ability to advocate for sensible HIV care an... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=729872 Thu, 12 Jul 2007 16:30:20 +0100 729872 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=729873&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D626 Politics and Policy | HIV Medicine Association, Other Groups Oppose Bush Surgeon General Nominee [Jul 12, 2007] The HIV Medicine Association and other groups — including the American Public Health Association and some gay and lesbian organizations — have announced their opposition to President Bush’s surgeon general nominee, James Holsinger, ahead of his Senate confirmation hearing on Thursday, Reuters/Scientific American reports (Dunham, Reuters/Scientific American, 7/11). Thirty-five House members also have expressed their opposition to Holsinger’s nomination, according to the AP/International Herald Tribune (AP/International Herald Tribune, 7/12). Bush nominated Holsinger on May 24 to succeed former Surgeon General Richard Carmona, who ended his term last ye... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=729873 Thu, 12 Jul 2007 15:52:53 +0100 729873 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=705763&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D598 American Academy of HIV Medicine (AAHIVM), Community HIV/AIDS Mobilization Project (CHAMP), Gay and Lesbian Medical Association (GLMA), HIV Medical Association (HIVMA), National Coalition for LGBT Health, and Stop AIDS invite you to a teleconference on Anal Health: What We Should Know About Anal Carcinoma and Pap Screening. THURSDAY, July 19th at 2pm EST [1pm Central, 12noon Mountain, 11am Pacific] Toll-free number: 866-247-3147 Passcode: 4277# Please register by contacting Sarah at showell@champnetwork.org or 401-427-2303 x2 with your name, city/state, email, phone, and organization (optional). ________________________________________ PRESENTERS: • Terry Schwartz, RN, MS, FNP, ANP-C, nurse practitioner, HIV specialist & practitioner of High Resolutiion Anoscopy for the dia... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=705763 Fri, 29 Jun 2007 21:32:20 +0100 705763 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=699345&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D591 The following document was drafted by the Center for HIV Law and Policy, the AIDS Foundation of Chicago, and Lambda Legal. It is widely endorsed by organizations around the country (including aids-write.org), and affirms that HIV testing must always be voluntary, confidential or anonymous, and accompanied by clear and complete information and counseling both before and after the test. People who receive positive test results must be connected to appropriate follow-up care. “People who test negative for antibodies to HIV must also receive follow-up counseling,” explained Catherine Hanssens, Executive Director of the Center for HIV Law and Policy. “About half of all new HIV infections were transmitted by newly-infected people who have not yet developed the antibodies that rapid testi... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=699345 Wed, 27 Jun 2007 06:35:03 +0100 699345 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=638315&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D570 from kaiser family network: Politics and Policy | California Counties Facing Federal HIV/AIDS Funding Cuts; Pelosi Sends Letter to HHS Secretary [May 24, 2007] Programs for HIV-positive residents in three California counties are facing cuts in some services after HHS officials announced funding allocations that will result in an annual loss of $8.6 million in federal funds for the counties, the San Francisco Chronicle reports. San Francisco, Marin and San Mateo counties receive funding for HIV/AIDS services under the Ryan White Program. However, the Ryan White Reauthorization Bill (HR 6143), which President Bush signed into law in December 2006, redistributes some funds from cities to rural areas. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) on Tuesday sent a letter to HHS Secretary Mike ... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=638315 Thu, 24 May 2007 19:19:07 +0100 638315 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=629359&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D567 my name is richard kearns. i am a poet activist alive with AIDS for 20 years in los angeles. i am here today to speak in favor of the moratorium & the medical cannabis regulation process a week ago when i was here, i crooned to you the blues living and dying in the city i still do but today i come to share a secret AIDS wisdom discover-able, practice-able insight-able incite-able through medical cannabis use: the wisdom of self-goverment los angeles can regulate west hollywood can regulate san fran can sacramento can washington may or may not regulate it is all ashes & smoke & empty ink-stained bitter air without self-regulation, self government & i’m not talking about sticking to my haart treatment regimen either (although that counts) i mean stakeholderism i mea... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=629359 Tue, 22 May 2007 17:58:34 +0100 629359 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=629360&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D566 richard kearns, poet activist. it’s a cut-to-the-chase night. how long will AIDS be with us? why is that an important question? i will not live to see a cure for — or an end to — AIDS. neither will you. neither will your grandchildren. that’s not gonna happen for 75-100 years, according to laurie garrett’s 2005 council on foreign relations report, comparing the AIDS plague to the 14th-c black bubonic p. my simpler math? them — a 14-to-28-day infection-to-death window. us— a 14-year & more i-to-d yawner. their outcomes — 25 million dead in 5 years (a third of them) our outcomes — a horror that spans 130 years, & will kill a third of our 6.7 billion beings in residence [i have laurie’s pdf on disk for you.] why is it an important question? ... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=629360 Tue, 22 May 2007 17:24:37 +0100 629360 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=623823&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D563 from ACT-UP ny: 1983 denver AIDS principles Ever since people with AIDS stormed the stage at a Denver conference in 1983 and demanded self-determination, grassroots AIDS activism has taken its lead from the people most affected. There is no better way to cite the history of the PWA self-empowerment movement that to quote the principles articulated in Denver in 1983. They are as relevant and powerful today as they were then. THE DENVER PRINCIPLES (Statement from the advisory committee of the People with AIDS) We condemn attempts to label us as “victims,” a term which implies defeat, and we are only occasionally “patients,” a term which implies passivity, helplessness, and dependence upon the care of others. We are “People With AIDS.” RECOMMENDATIONS... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=623823 Sun, 20 May 2007 18:01:29 +0100 623823 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=620426&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D559 chers— here are my remarks prepared & delivered to the la-city planning & land use management committee earlier today, may 15, 2007, urging them to move forward with the medical cannabis regulation process. there must have been a couple of dozen of us there. the city clerk’s report was unavailable at the time of the meting, so a vote on the item was deferred until next week. i’ll be back with more to say next week too. namasté —lyr my name is richard kearns. i am a 55-year-old gay man alive with AIDS in los angeles for more than 20 years. i am a medical cannabis patient & advocate. a citizen journalist & poet. i speak today in favor of regulating medical cannabis. this is my open poem calling for a city that’s a good place to die [5-15-20... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=620426 Wed, 16 May 2007 09:23:15 +0100 620426 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=597558&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D553 good evening. richard kearns, poet activist. i am here to steal a march tonight. i am here to invite you on board the weho/la poetry bus. (& here you thought you had the infrastructure under control) on the twenty-sixth i turn fifty-six. more than twenty years with AIDS & nearly forty years as practitioner of the written word lifetimes of struggle, pages that fly by like miles stitched to the road the poetry bus. ghostriders & live. sparrowlike the angels. gray & greased the demons. soft among the shadows, departees unborn study their windows for signs of home. do you know where you are tonight? i do. you are on the poetry bus. a route without number. a sudden storm shelter where we have steam-warmed each other sensed our presences in sorrow & love & joy &... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=597558 Mon, 07 May 2007 17:13:55 +0100 597558 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=585294&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D551 Today close to 200 patients, providers, and advocates took to the streets in front of the LAPD Van Nuys Police Station [6240 Sylmar St., Van Nuys] to demonstrate against the LAPD’s absurd assault on The Karma Collective. It was in incredible turnout for a Monday with only Friday’s notice. Because the LAPD claimed the edibles they found inside Karma Collective were illegal, activists chanted “Make No Mistake, We’ll Still Bake! Make No Mistake, We’ll Still Bake!” and held signs that read “Cannabis to Eat, Eat to Live” and “Let Them Eat Cake!” At one point the crowd dumped hundred of edibles in front of the police station to demonstrate how insignificant the M&M Cookies and fudge brownies truly were. It was only apropos for the patients to eat the edibles in an act... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=585294 Tue, 01 May 2007 14:59:16 +0100 585294 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=574453&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D548 Dear Colleagues - We must work together as we fight some of the most powerful law enforcement agencies in the world – the LAPD and the DEA. Yesterday afternoon I witnessed one of the most macabre abuses of our laws by law enforcement. Karma Collective was broken into over night – Thursday morning. When other businesses began to arrive which open earlier than Karma, they realized that there was outer damage to the building, the main communication wires to the all units had been cut and Karma’s front door was shattered. A business owner called the landlord and either that business or the landlord called the police to file a report for insurance purposes. Karma did not contact the police themselves. Two officers arrived at the same time I did. I happened to have an appointment with K... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=574453 Fri, 27 Apr 2007 19:30:02 +0100 574453 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=571518&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D540 Hello, all. There is already an effort under way in several California cities to promote self-regulation at medical cannabis collectives and cooperatives. The Greater Los Angeles Caregivers’ Alliance (GLACA) is well into the process of developing guidelines. Visit http://www.CaregiversAlliance.org to see the draft protocols. In December of last year, ASA staff met with operators from all over the state in Burbank to discuss best practices for collectives. One of the decisions that emerged from this meeting was to create regional organizations like GLACA to promote self-regulation and protect patients. I have copied some information about this effort below. There is a tremendous need for collectives and cooperatives to adhere to professional standards and address community concerns.... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=571518 Thu, 26 Apr 2007 17:53:16 +0100 571518 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=563719&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhscvideo2.hsc.usf.edu%2Fasxroot%2FCOPH%2Fsjames%2FSocial_Justice_and_Global_Health_Equity.asx chers— i am delighted to announce i will host this sunday’s “cannabis & coffee” at lapcg. among other things, i want to talk about harm reduction strategies & will read aloud a passage from tracy kidder’s biography of harvard-trained haitian-based liberation theology proponent dr. paul farmer, “mountains beyond mountains.” from farmer’s remarks at usf 3-29-07: the public hospitals that we’ve rebuilt — not OUR hospital which is dead in the middle — all those other places, those gleaming, shiny white buildings — they’re all public institutions, so when people say “you can’t work with the public health sector or the ministry of health,” don’t believe it. in fact, we need to do that . . . each of these places have all been rebuilt by — b... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=563719 Mon, 23 Apr 2007 15:32:13 +0100 563719 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=539456&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D516 kaisernetwork | Coverage & Access | Three in Five Diabetics Experience At Least One High-Cost Complication Related to Disease, Study Finds [Apr 11, 2007] Three of every five diabetics in the U.S. experience at least one significant complication from the disease, such as heart disease, stroke, eye damage, chronic kidney disease or foot problems leading to amputation, according to research presented Tuesday at a meeting of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, the Los Angeles Times reports. For the study, researchers analyzed data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey conducted by the National Center for Health Statistics between 1999 and 2004. The study found that one in 10 diabetics has two complications, one in 15 has three complications and one... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=539456 Thu, 12 Apr 2007 19:52:47 +0100 539456 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=539458&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D515 capitol’s agenda is jampacked By Dan Walters - Bee Columnist Published 12:00 am PDT Monday, April 9, 2007 Here’s a rundown on the four big issues, and a couple of others kicking around the Capitol this spring: • HEALTH CARE — Schwarzenegger has made expanding health insurance to the 6.5 million Californians who lack it his big issue this year and outlined a plan to do it. But it has yet to be put into detailed form, and its major provisions — especially taxes to be imposed on employers and health providers to pay for it — have generated immense division among the many “stakeholders.” One big question is whether Schwarzenegger would settle for an incremental, less costly plan. • PRISONS — A federal judge has already seized control of t... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=539458 Thu, 12 Apr 2007 16:48:44 +0100 539458 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=539459&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D514 kff | Drug Access | Abbott To Reduce Cost of Kaletra in Thailand, Other Developing Countries [Apr 11, 2007] Abbott Laboratories on Tuesday said that it plans to reduce the cost of its antiretroviral drug Kaletra in Thailand and more than 40 low- and low-middle-income countries by more than half, the Chicago Tribune reports. [abbott is headquartered in the chicago area —rk] The company said it will provide Kaletra in the countries for $1,000 per patient annually, which is less than the cost of generic versions of the drug, instead of the current price of $2,200 (Miller, Chicago Tribune, 4/10). Abbott in March announced that it had withdrawn applications to sell seven new drugs in Thailand in response to the country’s decision to issue a compulsory license for Kaletra. Thai H... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=539459 Thu, 12 Apr 2007 16:34:55 +0100 539459 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=539460&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D513 kff | Drug Access | Abbott Refuses Invitation for Second Round of Talks With Thai Government Over Compulsory Licensing of Antiretroviral Kaletra [Apr 10, 2007] Pharmaceutical company Abbott Laboratories recently turned down an invitation for a second round of talks with the Thai government to discuss compulsory licenses issued by the country for certain medications, including the antiretroviral drug Kaletra, the Bangkok Post reports (Apiradee, Bangkok Post, 4/9). Abbott recently announced that it has withdrawn applications to sell seven new drugs in Thailand in response to the country’s decision to issue a compulsory license for Kaletra. Thai Health Minister Mongkol Na Songkhla in January signed the compulsory license, which allows Thailand to produce a lower-cost version of Kalet... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=539460 Thu, 12 Apr 2007 16:19:17 +0100 539460 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=539466&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D509 Next Meeting April 16, 2007 AIDSVote 2008: Bring The Noise! To suggest an upcoming topic, give an off-line comment, or ask a question, please contact Karen Bates (scaplwa@aol.com) or Larry Bryant (bryant2@housingworks.org). chers— i have been remiss i posting a report about the 4-2-07 c2ea outrach workgroup. also misplaced all email addresses hosted by karen bates and larry bryant. we talked for about an hour with reagan hoffman, editor of poz magazine. newswise, karen’s report was the headliner: karen said in south carolina, 512 hivers are currently on the waiting list to receive adap drugs there for the last 6-8 months. five hivers have died waiting. karen reports other hivers are getting themseves arrested so they can receive treatment in jail. a bill providing emergency s... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=539466 Thu, 12 Apr 2007 14:57:05 +0100 539466 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=524783&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D503 Publisher’s Notebook by michael rosenthal 4-5-07 I heard from two of our highest officials why they oppose medical marijuana farmacies in Santa Monica. They fear the wrong people will get the drugs. Maybe we should shut down Longs Drugs. Are the wrong people walking into Rite Aid and falsifying a prescription for Valium? Any cursory exam of the medical marijuana farmacies in this state will show that the rules are quite stringent and that a legal prescription is required. The wrong people (those without prescriptions) will find it just as hard to get California Gold from a legal dispensary as they would to get Vicodin from CVS. It is just another false issue raised so people can inflict their drug prejudices on all of us. The State voted yes, the City voted yes, now it is time for o... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=524783 Fri, 06 Apr 2007 11:19:37 +0100 524783 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=520688&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D497 chers— okay, so you’ve read the post below. (click here if you haven’t) here are my cut-to-the-chase questions after: in the nation, kaiser poll identifies healthcare as the number 2 (29%) issue after the war in iraq (44%). in the HIV community and in the medical cannabis community, healthcare is the number 1 issue. (also, the bias of kaiser family foundation is toward healthcare as the number 1 issue.) how should the medical cannabis community and the HIV community create allies with anti-war community? how do they understand their activism? we ours? as matters of practical aggressive proactive politics and wellness-driven cultural advocacy of social justice and heart and haart? how do we go about it? what common understandings about activism can we have? how do we make... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=520688 Wed, 04 Apr 2007 10:04:01 +0100 520688 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=517957&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D494 High court tells EPA to rethink policy on emissions Mass. led case against agency by beth daley, boston globe staff | april 3, 2007 please click on this sentence to download a pdf of the supreme court’s decision In a defeat for the Bush administration, the US Supreme Court ruled yesterday that greenhouse gases are pollutants and ordered federal environmental officials to reconsider their refusal to limit emissions from new cars and trucks. The justices’ 5-to-4 decision did not go so far as to require the US Environmental Protection Agency to regulate the emission of heat-trapping gases such as carbon dioxide from motor vehicles. Rather, the court directed the agency to take a new look at the gases. If officials determine the gases contribute to global warming and therefore h... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=517957 Tue, 03 Apr 2007 15:17:04 +0100 517957 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=517958&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D493 GLOBE EDITORIAL Court tells Bush to cool it April 3, 2007 President Bush pledged during the 2000 campaign to regulate carbon dioxide but then reversed himself once in office under pressure from the energy and auto industries. Yesterday’s embarrassment should cause Bush to honor that pledge and direct his EPA to curb vehicles’ carbon dioxide emissions. However, the most immediate effect of yesterday’s ruling might be to strengthen the authority California has claimed to insist on strict emission limits in cars sold there. Ten other states, including Massachusetts, plan to adopt the same standards. Since there is no practical system for capturing carbon dioxide in cars’ exhaust, the emission limits would in effect force auto makers to improve their vehicles’ ef... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=517958 Tue, 03 Apr 2007 15:10:15 +0100 517958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=512831&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D492 AGENDA Campaign To End AIDS National Outreach Workgroup Mastering the Media on HIV/AIDS Issues Karen Bates, Co-Chair Larry Bryant, Co-Chair 1-866-394-9505 (alt. 1-847-619-2419), 9357895# 1 pm EST, 12 pm CST, 11 am MST, 10 am PST April 2, 2007 (Tentative agenda) Introductions (assign note taker) Mastering the Media on HIV/AIDS Issues Developing an understanding of the basic elements needed for effective media coverage for a C2EA event or other HIV/AIDS-related issues is essential for delivering a message. Reagan Hoffman, Editor in Chief, Poz Magazine Questions/Comments Upcoming Dates/Events Keith Cylar AIDS Activist Awards (4/12), Ohio Leadership Conference (4/15-16), AIDSWatch (4/23-4/25), 2007 C2EA/SC Advocacy Summit (5/10, 12), HIV Vaccine Awareness Day (5/18), Nat. A... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=512831 Sat, 31 Mar 2007 09:39:38 +0100 512831 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=506481&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D480 House Dems scrutinize price tag of AIDS drug By David Mikhail March 14, 2007 Echoing the party’s pledges to address high drug costs, House Democrats are looking into long-asserted price-gouging allegations surrounding a key drug in the treatment of AIDS. The Oversight and Government Reform Committee is considering holding hearings to investigate whether pharmaceutical company Abbott Laboratories artificially inflated the price of its AIDS drug, Norvir, in 2003, according to a committee staffer. The aide confirmed that the panel, chaired by Rep. Henry Waxman (D-Calif.), has been probing the issue during the new legislative session but could not say when hearings would occur if the committee decided to proceed with them. Melissa Brotz, a spokeswoman for Abbott Laboratories, st... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=506481 Wed, 28 Mar 2007 06:02:14 +0100 506481 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=506482&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D479 Opinion | Abbott’s Decision To Withhold New Drug Applications in Thailand ‘Strikes at Heart’ of Country’s Efforts To Provide Wider Drug Access, Editorial Says [Mar 26, 2007] The decision by pharmaceutical company Abbott Laboratories to withdraw applications to sell new drugs in Thailand “certainly strikes at the heart of the government’s efforts to secure life-saving medicine for all Thais,” a Bangkok Post editorial says (Bangkok Post, 3/22). Abbott recently announced that it has withdrawn applications to sell seven new drugs in Thailand in response to the country’s decision to issue a compulsory license for the company’s antiretroviral drug Kaletra. Thai Health Minister Mongkol Na Songkhla in January signed the compulsory licens... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=506482 Wed, 28 Mar 2007 05:48:15 +0100 506482 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=506483&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D478 AIDS Treatment News Abbott Laboratories Increases Norvir Price Fivefold By John S. James December 26, 2003 comment: drug development in light of abbott’s fivefold price hike In addition to specific remedies, we also need a new look at the big picture of how medicines are developed. People died in the clinical trials and clinical experience that led to the modern use of boosted protease inhibitors. Patients need options, but now one company wants to take away much of the benefit of what has been learned, in order to increase its market share and profit. Congress has given big pharmaceutical corporations a monopoly on life and death, but this system cannot work unless the power is used with some restraint and respect for public interest. Americans are told they must suffer exorbit... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=506483 Wed, 28 Mar 2007 05:30:42 +0100 506483 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=506484&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D477 Gay Men’s Health Crisis: Abbott’s Norvir Price Hike Is Bad Medicine Statement at the NIH Public Meeting on Norvir By Bob Huff May/June 2004 On May 25, 2004, the NIH heard public statements concerning a petition to invoke the march-in provisions of the Bayh-Dole Act on Abbott Laboratory’s Norvir. The law says that patented inventions developed in part with public funds can be reassigned to other business entities if the patent holder does not make the invention available on reasonable terms. In the first part of December 2003, the HIV/AIDS treatment community was shocked to hear that Abbott Laboratories was raising the price of its HIV drug, Norvir, five-fold. The price per 100-mg pill would increase from $2.14 to $10.71 (average wholesale prices; $1.71 to $8.57, whol... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=506484 Wed, 28 Mar 2007 05:14:49 +0100 506484 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=506485&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D476 Abbott Labs Blocks Media from Session; Hides from Activists at Intl. Conference Activists Plan Vibrant Public Search Today Activists Collect Thousands of Signatures Demanding Affordable Kaletra Toronto, 17 August 2006 [dateline —rk] — People Living with HIV and AIDS and their allies plan a public search this afternoon for Abbott Laboratories officials who, while attending the International AIDS Conference, have refused to address the media, activists, and others on why they are denying affordable access to Kaletra. (Source: aids-write.org) aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=506485 Wed, 28 Mar 2007 04:57:34 +0100 506485 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=495576&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D465 Physician’s Statement Regarding Medical Cannabis as per California Health & Safety Code 11362.5 To Whom It May Concern: this statement certifies that ___________________________________________ (patient) is a patient uncer my care and supervision for the treatment of ___________________________________________ (diagnosis) ____ (optional; please check if applicable) I decline to state my patient’s diagnosis to protect his or her confidentiality I have discussed the benefits and risks of cannabis use with my patient as a treatment for his or her condition. I recommend or approve cannabis use for my patient. If my patient chooses to use cannabis therapeutically, I will continue to monitor his or her condition and provide feedback on his or her progress. I understand that... aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=495576 Fri, 23 Mar 2007 01:28:47 +0100 495576 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=495582&cid=t_99733_135_f&fid=35246&url=http%3A%2F%2Faids-write.org%2F%3Fp%3D459 chers— please remind everyone the time changes tonght. spring ahead — set your clocks ahead an hour. daylight saving (not savingS) time. namasté —lyr (Source: aids-write.org) aids-write.org blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=495582 Sat, 10 Mar 2007 15:50:24 +0100 495582 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=462691&cid=t_99733_85_f&fid=34662&url=http%3A%2F%2Fscienceblogs.com%2Fdrcharles%2Fupload%2F2007%2F03%2Frp1.jpg If you're like me, you love browsing the internet and composing your thoughts on your blog... while listening to internet radio. It's one of the last places you can hear new music that's not being spoonfed through some corporate-clear channel-monopolized axis of pop evil. Please help internet radio. They are trying to kill it. Read on --> I'm Bill Goldsmith, and my wife Rebecca and I have spent the last seven years of our lives pouring our hearts, minds, and financial resources into Radio Paradise. We are now faced with the very real possibility that all of our efforts will have been in vain, and that the thousands of people who are devoted listeners to our station will have it snatched out of their lives. I have been in love with radio all of my life, and spent 30-odd years dealing wi... The Examining Room of Dr. Charles blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=462691 Thu, 08 Mar 2007 14:58:39 +0100 462691