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Family challenges denial of major surgery for 66-year-old with stage 3 bowel cancer
health17 hours ago

Family challenges denial of major surgery for 66-year-old with stage 3 bowel cancer

A 66-year-old woman diagnosed with stage 3 bowel cancer in November 2024 was denied major pelvic surgery at two hospitals due to concerns about the risks and potential impact on her quality of life. With chemotherapy ruled out because of infections, she underwent radiotherapy, but she continues to face hospital visits, a stoma, and urinary drainage alongside recurrent infections and sepsis, prompting her daughter to dispute the decision and argue surgery could improve her mother’s life.

via New York Post|
#bowel-cancer#health#quality-of-life
Red States Dominate CNBC’s ‘Worst Places to Live’ Ranking, Sparking Bias Debate
business1 month ago

Red States Dominate CNBC’s ‘Worst Places to Live’ Ranking, Sparking Bias Debate

CNBC’s 2026 quality-of-life ranking lists Arkansas, Oklahoma, Alabama, Missouri, Utah, Georgia, Louisiana, Indiana, Texas and Tennessee as the bottom 10 states to live in, all Republican-led, prompting critics to allege liberal bias in the criteria despite ongoing population growth in several of those states. The ranking factors include crime, air quality, healthcare, childcare, inclusiveness, and reproductive rights, with some commentators arguing the metrics unfairly penalize conservative policy environments.

via New York Post|
#bias#business#cnbc
Sims 4’s June 2026 Patch Delivers QoL and Notification Tweaks Across All Platforms
technology1 month ago

Sims 4’s June 2026 Patch Delivers QoL and Notification Tweaks Across All Platforms

The Sims 4 receives a major Quality of Life patch on June 30, 2026 across PC, Mac, and consoles that refines in-game notifications and adds more control via Game Options. The update includes general fixes and cautions that some mods may break until creators release compatible versions; patch versions are PC: 1.125.56.1030, Mac: 1.125.56.1230, Console: 2.35. Players should update via the EA App, Steam, or Epic Games and back up saves before applying the patch; automatic updates will install the patch when available.

via Sims Community|
#game-updates#notifications#patch-notes
Unmasking cancer: Scottish patient regains life through pioneering trial
health2 months ago

Unmasking cancer: Scottish patient regains life through pioneering trial

A 68-year-old Scottish man with stage IV lung cancer saw tumors shrink after joining a trial of GRWD5769, a smart drug that unmasks cancer cells to the immune system and enables immunotherapy to work; he reports a restored quality of life and plans his daughter's wedding and a Spain trip after the results were presented at a major oncology conference.

via The Guardian|
#clinical-trial#grwd5769#health
Seniors Seek 'Goldilocks' Cannabis for Pain, Sleep, and Mood
health3 months ago

Seniors Seek 'Goldilocks' Cannabis for Pain, Sleep, and Mood

A Colorado study of 169 adults aged 60+ found that older first-time cannabis users mainly seek relief from pain, sleep problems, and mental health concerns to improve quality of life, not to get high. They often rely on word-of-mouth rather than healthcare providers, and many favor CBD–THC combination edibles—the so-called 'Goldilocks option'—as a balanced approach. The findings point to a need for better patient–provider information and clinical tools to guide safe, effective use, especially as legal and regulatory contexts vary by state.

via Neuroscience News|
#cannabis#health#older-adults
Velvet’s Vendetta Returns: Tales of Berseria Remastered Arrives on Switch with Quality-of-Life Upgrades
gaming5 months ago

Velvet’s Vendetta Returns: Tales of Berseria Remastered Arrives on Switch with Quality-of-Life Upgrades

Tales of Berseria Remastered for Nintendo Switch adds quality-of-life improvements (early access to the Grade Shop, infinite dungeon consumables, faster traversal) and a more flexible combat system, but it remains capped at 30fps with texture pop-ins. The reviewer praises its strong story and cast, calling it a solid port that’s worth revisiting or trying for the first time, earning a 9/10.

via Nintendo Life|
#gaming#quality-of-life#remastered
ARC Raiders Patch 1.17.0 Unleashes Hurricane Content, New Enemies, and Weapon Tuning
gaming6 months ago

ARC Raiders Patch 1.17.0 Unleashes Hurricane Content, New Enemies, and Weapon Tuning

Patch 1.17.0 adds hurricane map conditions, two new ARC enemies, seasonal weather features, and a raft of balance and QoL tweaks. Weapon tuning targets the Stitcher, Kettle, Venator, Jupiter, and Aphelion to adjust TTK, headshot multipliers, reloads, zoom, and handling, with Jupiter and Aphelion receiving ADS and swap-time improvements. Feats can be rerolled three times daily for free, PvP Feats are removed, and new ARC parts are introduced at crafting cost; item values and costs are adjusted accordingly. A broad slate of bug fixes spans gameplay, audio, UI, maps, progression, crafting, and anti-cheat enforcement, alongside known issues noted by the team.

via ARC Raiders|
#arc-raiders#gaming#new-enemies
UK prostate cancer patients denied life-preserving focal therapy
healthcare6 months ago

UK prostate cancer patients denied life-preserving focal therapy

Thousands of UK men with prostate cancer are reportedly being denied focal therapy, a non-invasive treatment that preserves quality of life by reducing side effects like erectile dysfunction and incontinence; despite three principal forms (HIFU, cryotherapy, NanoKnife) being available, the NHS offers access at only a few centres and doctors say patients aren’t routinely informed about this option, prompting calls for broader access amid supportive trial data and NICE approvals.

via The Times|
#focal-therapy#healthcare#nhs
Preparing for the End: A Model for Dying With Dignity
health6 months ago

Preparing for the End: A Model for Dying With Dignity

NYT profile of Brian Cahill, a 58-year-old with metastatic prostate cancer who reorganizes his life around care, planning, and relationships. He builds a supportive circle for medical decisions, relocates from NYC to Cincinnati for affordable hospice care, and even considers a temporary drug holiday to regain energy and autonomy. The piece frames a “good death” as one shaped by preparation, connection, and living fully within limited time, using his experiences as a blueprint for dying with dignity.

via The New York Times|
#caregiving#end-of-life#health
New Horizons 3.0: Quality-of-life tweaks that invite a welcome return
gaming7 months ago

New Horizons 3.0: Quality-of-life tweaks that invite a welcome return

The Verge reviews Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 as a modest content update with big quality-of-life upgrades—strafe to align yourself, bulk crafting, expanded storage, and Resetti-driven cleanup—plus Dream Islands and a hotel, all of which reduce friction and make decorating and building more enjoyable. The Switch 2 Edition offers a noticeable performance boost, strengthening the value of the update and encouraging players to revisit the game.

via The Verge|
#animal-crossing#gaming#nintendo-switch
One Year of Congestion Pricing: Impact and Developments
city-planning7 months ago

One Year of Congestion Pricing: Impact and Developments

One year after implementing congestion pricing in Manhattan, traffic has decreased significantly, leading to faster commutes, safer streets, and increased transit ridership, though some residents feel the financial burden and personal impacts. The program has generated substantial revenue for transit improvements and appears to have positive effects on city life, with ongoing questions about its impact on air quality.

via The New York Times|
#city-planning#congestion-pricing#manhattan