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Some weeks aren’t dramatic. They don’t crash or burn or rise into anything triumphant. They’re just… real. The kind where your body is loud, the weather is louder, and you don’t have the energy to fight either of them. But the garden still grows. The dog still keeps watch. And somehow, you’re still here. And sometimes, that’s the whole story.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump’s nominee to be health secretary, would have oversight power over the vaccine’s maker, Merck, if confirmed.

This week wasn’t just about getting a car. It was about getting pieces of my independence back after years of structuring my life around survival mode. Chronic illness has a way of turning ordinary things into sacred things, and this week reminded me how heavy grief and joy can feel when they arrive together.

On February 14, 2024, New York State confirmed its first case of a new Monkeypox strain, designated as Clade Ib, as reported by the state health department to Public Health. This revelation marks a significant moment as New York joins California, Georgia, and New Hampshire, all of which have confirmed cases of this variant. Understanding Monkeypox Clades Monkeypox is categorized into two primary genetic clades: Clade I and Clade II, with each further divided into subclades.

Some weeks are measured in lab results and appointment notes. Others are measured in frozen treats, medication schedules, and how many times a recovering cattle dog attempts to negotiate for ball privileges. This week brought migraines, medical frustration, and a phone call that proved nobody had bothered to read the chart. It also brought quiet moments on the couch with Luna Bean as she recovered from her spay and settled firmly into her Temporary Patient Era. A Saturday Health Update about advocacy, boundaries, surgery prep, and the strange reality that sometimes the best care you'll receive all week comes from a dog with mismatched eyes and very strong opinions.

Officials confirm no changes to Medicaid and food benefits while awaiting budget decisions.