Salty AF
@saltylungs.medsky.social
Physician Scientist in industry. Queer AF. I have 3 boys and a cute 🐈⬛. 2x dbl lung transplant recipient. she/her
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The reason why I'm so angry has a lot to do with the lives that will be lost — people are absolutely going to die as a direct result of Senate Democrats folding on health care. It also has a lot to do with the suffering that was endured — people were struggling to get by without food assistance. 🧵
November 11, 2025 at 6:58 AM
The reason why I'm so angry has a lot to do with the lives that will be lost — people are absolutely going to die as a direct result of Senate Democrats folding on health care. It also has a lot to do with the suffering that was endured — people were struggling to get by without food assistance. 🧵
Having a TKR revision surgery in a few weeks and really in my feelings about it tonight. In good news, I’ve become active using Peloton strength again!
October 26, 2025 at 1:11 AM
Having a TKR revision surgery in a few weeks and really in my feelings about it tonight. In good news, I’ve become active using Peloton strength again!
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If you think Medicaid cuts won't impact you because you have private health insurance, you are wrong. Expect these cuts to increase your premiums.
As U.S. health insurance costs rise, some companies are paying for all of their workers' premiums. It's a big expense — but they say it pays off.
Health insurance premiums are going up next year — unless you work at these companies
As U.S. health insurance costs rise, some companies are paying for all of their workers' premiums. It's a big expense — but they say it pays off.
n.pr
October 18, 2025 at 10:48 AM
If you think Medicaid cuts won't impact you because you have private health insurance, you are wrong. Expect these cuts to increase your premiums.
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This made me think of you @shematologist.medsky.social
August 30, 2025 at 7:37 PM
This made me think of you @shematologist.medsky.social
In exactly one week I’ll be celebrating 7 years with these amazing new lungs. Time flies when you’re healthy and having fun!
a little girl wearing sunglasses and a blue dress is dancing in a hallway .
ALT: a little girl wearing sunglasses and a blue dress is dancing in a hallway .
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August 6, 2025 at 4:37 PM
In exactly one week I’ll be celebrating 7 years with these amazing new lungs. Time flies when you’re healthy and having fun!
This should keep me busy for a bit!
July 31, 2025 at 7:26 PM
This should keep me busy for a bit!
Tsunami alert and a meteor shower tonight. Keeping it interesting in CA.
July 30, 2025 at 3:31 AM
Tsunami alert and a meteor shower tonight. Keeping it interesting in CA.
Dealing with lots of sinus issues lately and starting a long course of IV antibiotics again because pseudomonas is kicking my ass and we need to protect my lungs. Send puzzles and good vibes 😭
July 29, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Dealing with lots of sinus issues lately and starting a long course of IV antibiotics again because pseudomonas is kicking my ass and we need to protect my lungs. Send puzzles and good vibes 😭
I get so overwhelmed doing IV antibiotics I just want a few days break 😭
July 20, 2025 at 7:53 PM
I get so overwhelmed doing IV antibiotics I just want a few days break 😭
Anyone want to show me around SF?
July 15, 2025 at 2:34 AM
Anyone want to show me around SF?
Home doing IV antibiotics and having the most fun with my newest hobby!
July 13, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Home doing IV antibiotics and having the most fun with my newest hobby!
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The fact we have secret police whisking people off the streets doesn’t get enough attention. It ain’t normal and we’re further down the road to authoritarianism than you think.
July 5, 2025 at 2:52 AM
The fact we have secret police whisking people off the streets doesn’t get enough attention. It ain’t normal and we’re further down the road to authoritarianism than you think.
I really hate this country :(
July 4, 2025 at 3:54 AM
I really hate this country :(
My stress eating restock.
July 3, 2025 at 3:07 AM
My stress eating restock.
Loving the Thermo pride pins!
June 27, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Loving the Thermo pride pins!
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No mother should die in childbirth but some women are more likely to.
Rates of postpartum hemorrhage and maternal death are much higher in Black women.
And race is a social construct so this is not biological.
Racism (systemic) is the risk factor.
#ISTH2025
Rates of postpartum hemorrhage and maternal death are much higher in Black women.
And race is a social construct so this is not biological.
Racism (systemic) is the risk factor.
#ISTH2025
June 23, 2025 at 2:05 PM
No mother should die in childbirth but some women are more likely to.
Rates of postpartum hemorrhage and maternal death are much higher in Black women.
And race is a social construct so this is not biological.
Racism (systemic) is the risk factor.
#ISTH2025
Rates of postpartum hemorrhage and maternal death are much higher in Black women.
And race is a social construct so this is not biological.
Racism (systemic) is the risk factor.
#ISTH2025
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Thanks for the reminder @janemunday.bsky.social. Every summer, I repost this article DROWNING DOES NOT LOOK LIKE DROWNING. To date, I know of FOUR kids who were saved after someone who'd clicked on the link learnt how to spot actual drowning. Take time to read and pass on.
slate.com/technology/2...
slate.com/technology/2...
Drowning Doesn’t Look Like Drowning
Drowning is not the violent, splashing call for help that most people expect.
slate.com
June 19, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Thanks for the reminder @janemunday.bsky.social. Every summer, I repost this article DROWNING DOES NOT LOOK LIKE DROWNING. To date, I know of FOUR kids who were saved after someone who'd clicked on the link learnt how to spot actual drowning. Take time to read and pass on.
slate.com/technology/2...
slate.com/technology/2...
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This is Frank. He has found that the secret to happiness is a couple flowers, a lot of sunshine, and the occasional midday nap. 13/10
June 19, 2025 at 4:50 PM
This is Frank. He has found that the secret to happiness is a couple flowers, a lot of sunshine, and the occasional midday nap. 13/10
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The @littlelobbyists.com saved the ACA and they’re gonna save Medicaid. www.nytimes.com/2025/06/19/u...
‘Little Lobbyists’ Urge Senators to Oppose Trump’s Bill Cutting Medicaid
www.nytimes.com
June 19, 2025 at 5:45 PM
The @littlelobbyists.com saved the ACA and they’re gonna save Medicaid. www.nytimes.com/2025/06/19/u...
I am a stress shopper but the problem is I’ve been stressed for months 🫠🙈
June 17, 2025 at 2:22 AM
I am a stress shopper but the problem is I’ve been stressed for months 🫠🙈
Celebrating myself today bc I’m both parents to my kiddos. Single momma for the win!
a happy father 's day greeting card with two penguins
ALT: a happy father 's day greeting card with two penguins
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June 15, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Celebrating myself today bc I’m both parents to my kiddos. Single momma for the win!
My catto is obsessed with purr pops.
June 15, 2025 at 5:56 PM
My catto is obsessed with purr pops.
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Mutual aid in your community is a great start.
Find something you can do. There is *always* something. No one can do everything, but everyone can do something.
For the folks talking about the "3.5% rule", remember that after you come out for a rally you also need to take part in organized, effective resistance. Materially disrupt things. Make trouble. Create support networks to feed your neighbors and bail out protesters.
Don't show up just one day.
Don't show up just one day.
June 15, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Mutual aid in your community is a great start.
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@msnbc.com reporter at the 1:15 mark.
“The chaos you’re seeing is not the result of peaceful protestors, it’s the result of actions of law enforcement, specifically the Los Angeles sheriff’s department.” #nokings
“The chaos you’re seeing is not the result of peaceful protestors, it’s the result of actions of law enforcement, specifically the Los Angeles sheriff’s department.” #nokings
June 15, 2025 at 1:18 AM
@msnbc.com reporter at the 1:15 mark.
“The chaos you’re seeing is not the result of peaceful protestors, it’s the result of actions of law enforcement, specifically the Los Angeles sheriff’s department.” #nokings
“The chaos you’re seeing is not the result of peaceful protestors, it’s the result of actions of law enforcement, specifically the Los Angeles sheriff’s department.” #nokings