6/15/25: Interventional Radiology Took Me from You
I had minor surgery on Friday (with Interventional Radiology – a first for me) and am going to take the week off from the writing part of the newsletter. So, I leave you with lots of links; feel free to share your thoughts in the comments!
A serious intro to Interventional Radiology
… And another IR video
In other news:
The Department of Energy Is Quietly Slashing Disability Rights – Mother Jones
RFK Jr announces new panel of vaccine advisers after firing entire previous team – The Guardian
A Federal Program to Protect US Cities Against Extreme Heat Has Just Evaporated – Mother Jones
Trump’s Tariffs Will Drive Up PPE Costs, But Organizers Are Ready – Mother Jones
Supreme Court Considers Landlord Appeal That Could Overturn Tenant Protections – Shelterforce
Trump’s plan to begin ‘phasing out’ FEMA after hurricane season burdens states, experts warn – AP
Major US climate website likely to be shut down after almost all staff fired – The Guardian
LA County Creating Action Plan to Tackle Extreme Heat – Planetizen
New homes with no parking? LA City Council considers ending parking requirements – LAist
Ottawa’s plan for climate change adaptation is falling short, report says – CTV News
Trump to merge wildland firefighting forces, despite warning of chaos – The Guardian
Data Center Boom Risks Health of Already Vulnerable Communities – Tech Policy.Press
Climate disasters can alter kids’ brains — before they’re even born – Grist
Tiny apartments a big deal in many US cities – Smart Cities Drive
Competition reveals practical single-stair designs – Public Square
Defying a Ban, Long Islanders Masked Up for “No Kings” – Mother Jones
‘Expensive and complicated’: Most rural hospitals no longer deliver babies – Maine Morning Star
Climate change could cost Italy over 5% of GDP in 2050, budget watchdog says – Reuters
