Alberta Politics & Government Thread 3.0

[pepper24]

Originally Posted by mrkajz44

I read most of that NYT article and this stood out to me:



A big takeaway I get from reading through is this person felt unsure of themselves in puberty, and could only find some answers online as opposed to in schoolsor from family members.

The opt-in sex education rule just furthers this issue. Had there been better education about what being trans means and how many people feel uncomfortable in their bodies (both trans and cis people) during puberty would have likely resulted in a different outcome.

I read all of the article and this stood out to me:

Studies show that around eight in 10 cases of childhood gender dysphoria resolve themselves by puberty and 30 percent of people on hormone therapy discontinue its use within four years, though the effects, including infertility, are often irreversible.

[btimbit]

Nenshi considering thinking about an NDP run

He said he hadn’t been contemplating seeking the party’s leadership, but added, “I have been listening to a lot of pitches from party members and other Albertans.

“Over the coming weeks, I hope to have more conversations about whether my running would help build a better Alberta. I’m sure I will have more to say soon.”

https://calgaryherald.com/news/polit...ndp-leadership

[MoneyGuy]

I hope Nenshi does it. He’d likely end this pathetic UCP government.

[Wormius]

Originally Posted by pepper24

I read all of the article and this stood out to me:

Studies show that around eight in 10 cases of childhood gender dysphoria resolve themselves by puberty and 30 percent of people on hormone therapy discontinue its use within four years, though the effects, including infertility, are often irreversible.

Define “resolve themselves”. That is open to a lot of interpretation.

[Ozy_Flame]

He might not win over the rural voting base (I'm sure many see him as a snobby urban elitist) but he would wipe the floor with Daniele Smith and David Parker in debates and policy making. Also, the guy seems truly incorruptible. Can't say the same about alt-right Geppetto and marionette Marlaina.

[ZedMan]

Originally Posted by Wormius

I swear I had seen that NYT piece years ago.

You're probably remembering this other piece by the same author that generated a buzz as well: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/03/o...ont-count.html

[Muta]

Would love for Nenshi to run for NDP leadership. May even consider signing up and volunteering for his campaign if so.

[D as in David]

Originally Posted by Muta

Would love for Nenshi to run for NDP leadership. May even consider signing up and volunteering for his campaign if so.

I thought I had made my mind up but this possibility certainly puts that in doubt.

[Johnny Makarov]

This is the best news ever!!

Now change the god damn name, colour and unite the Left!

[Wormius]

Originally Posted by Johnny Makarov

This is the best news ever!!

Now change the god damn name, colour and unite the Left!

*takes a shot*

[Harry Lime]

Originally Posted by Johnny Makarov

This is the best news ever!!

Now change the god damn name, colour and unite the Left!

No, don't unite the left. Unite the center with the Alberta party, and leave the liberal party on the left with the greens.

The Alberta Democratic Party. Done.

[powderjunkie]

Originally Posted by CliffFletcher

I don’t care about the socioeconomic and political currents that gird the NYT editors and seniors writers. I care about the facts and concerns expressed by medical experts in the field of gender care. And I’ve seen those facts and concerns expressed in a number of credible news outlets.

Originally Posted by CliffFletcher

I criticized the UCP earlier in the thread. But when the subject of thorough assessments and counselling for minors seeking medical intervention came up, I thought it important to mention that this is often no longer the case in North America, and many experts in the field are concerned about it.

Well maybe the UCP should stop tanking the healthcare system and actually make it possible to actually access these thorough resources? Or maybe, just maybe we can assume that nobody goes to their doctor for these issues has given it less thought than whether to get a side order of fries (fringe examples notwithstanding because you can find those for anything).

The literature shows the 'regret rate' for gender surgery is 1-7%. For all surgeries the rate is 15-20%.

1 out of 5 people regrets their knee replacement surgery.
1 out of 20-100 regret their gender surgery

Different implications for each of course. But the other thing to remember is that the 'alternate timeline' for those few people that do regret their course of treatment was unlikely to be sunshine and lollipops if they simply 'stayed the course' in what seemed unbearable at the time. In fact, there's no reason to believe they'd ever come to that epiphany at all on that alternate timeline.

[AFireInside]

Originally Posted by Harry Lime

No, don't unite the left. Unite the center with the Alberta party, and leave the liberal party on the left with the greens.

The Alberta Democratic Party. Done.

Unfortunately the Alberta party is full of some the dumbest political minds around. I don't care who wins as long as this disgusting joke of a government goes away.

[Fuzz]

Anyone else notice lab results have slowed down a lot recently? They used to be up, often the same day. if not, rarely more than 24 hours. The past 3 times it's been at least 2 days, and now my Wednesday morning still isn't available. Anyone know why they are so slow now? I have to assume it's the whole APL-> Dynalife -> ??? #### show, but I'm not sure why. Not great if doctors are relying on these to come quickly for decisions.

[Whynotnow]

Originally Posted by Fuzz

Anyone else notice lab results have slowed down a lot recently? They used to be up, often the same day. if not, rarely more than 24 hours. The past 3 times it's been at least 2 days, and now my Wednesday morning still isn't available. Anyone know why they are so slow now? I have to assume it's the whole APL-> Dynalife -> ??? #### show, but I'm not sure why. Not great if doctors are relying on these to come quickly for decisions.

Small sample size but the tests I needed before Xmas and just after were back the exact same day, with a call from my family doctor also that day. Edmonton based.

My mom also needed a test yesterday and got her results same day, rural Alberta.

[calgarygeologist]

Originally Posted by Whynotnow

Small sample size but the tests I needed before Xmas and just after were back the exact same day, with a call from my family doctor also that day. Edmonton based.

My mom also needed a test yesterday and got her results same day, rural Alberta.

Maybe Fuzz needs to check his file as he might have an Elaine "difficult" thing going on.

[Fuzz]

Originally Posted by calgarygeologist

Maybe Fuzz needs to check his file as he might have an Elaine "difficult" thing going on.

Yes, that must be it. Couldn't possibly be a result of the UCP and their absolute bungling on the lab file, mostly out of spite, gifting, and stupidity. But go ahead and blame the people who rely on it because you couldn't possibly find a way to think critically.

[Nancy]

Originally Posted by Fuzz

Anyone else notice lab results have slowed down a lot recently? They used to be up, often the same day. if not, rarely more than 24 hours. The past 3 times it's been at least 2 days, and now my Wednesday morning still isn't available. Anyone know why they are so slow now? I have to assume it's the whole APL-> Dynalife -> ??? #### show, but I'm not sure why. Not great if doctors are relying on these to come quickly for decisions.

I think this depends on where the collection is done, but my recent tests have been the fastest ever. At Foothills last fall, I had results within a couple of hours. At Glenbrook this week, I had tests in the evening and results the next morning. I was also able to book an appointment the day prior to the test and there were lots of slots.

EDIT: It also depends on the test being done. A1C took much longer to come back, and last fall one item took more than 24 hours.

[Fuzz]

Ya, mine were just basic tests. I've heard of some doctors sending patients to hospitals for lab tests because the results are much quicker. I think they do them onsite, or are still AHS?

[calgarygeologist]

Originally Posted by Fuzz

Yes, that must be it. Couldn't possibly be a result of the UCP and their absolute bungling on the lab file, mostly out of spite, gifting, and stupidity. But go ahead and blame the people who rely on it because you couldn't possibly find a way to think critically.

Holy ####, relax a bit and try to enjoy a bit of light-hearted joking.

Actually, now I'm thinking it might be more true than just a fun jab.