Category Archives: Medical care in the US

Walgreens, I’m boycotting you

Posted on March 5, 2023 by Naomi

Walgreens has announced it will not dispense mifepristone in states that have banned abortion. New York does not ban abortions. In New York City, Duane Reade is now owned by Walgreens. A few blocks from me, I have a handy … Continue reading →

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I am herein reporting a supply chain problem

Posted on December 29, 2022 by Naomi

Halls sugar-free cough drops. Because of a chronic lung problem called bronchiectasis, I’ve developed a mild dependency on Halls. They’re the strongest cough drops, with the most menthol. I’m willing to admit some of my dependency is, well, addictive behavior … Continue reading →

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A stunning historical coincidence today, in an unlikely place

Posted on December 7, 2022 by Naomi

Rarely do my teeth require work beyond cleaning. But a funny little hole appeared in tooth 18 (they do have numbers, I’ve learned, by which they announce themselves). After two dentistical people poked around in it a few months ago, … Continue reading →

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