Gil Lancaster
@drgil.bsky.social
Doctor, educator, health care reform advocate.
#TipsForNewDocs
#FixUShealthcare
Author: "Building a Unified American Health Care System: A Blueprint for Comprehensive Reform"
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#FixUShealthcare
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Gil Lancaster
@drgil.bsky.social
· Nov 18
The EMBRACE- A Comprehensive Healthcare Reform Plan
EMBRACE: the ONLY healthcare reform proposal offering free basic universal coverage and a modern infrastructure separating healthcare from politics.
www.theembraceplan.com
#FixUShealthcare
In the US, politics is entrenched in our healthcare system
-Commercial insurance has a huge lobby in DC
-MCR is overseen by HHS secretary (& POTUS)
-We need independent oversight- separating healthcare from gvt will insulate it from politics
-Find out how: www.theembraceplan.com
In the US, politics is entrenched in our healthcare system
-Commercial insurance has a huge lobby in DC
-MCR is overseen by HHS secretary (& POTUS)
-We need independent oversight- separating healthcare from gvt will insulate it from politics
-Find out how: www.theembraceplan.com
Heather Cox Richardson's piece today reminds us that the War Department of 80 years ago tried to warn us of the dangers of fascism abroad and at home that still has relevance today. Well worth the read!
#fascism #DOD #DOW @hcrichardson.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...
#fascism #DOD #DOW @hcrichardson.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...
January 9, 2026
Beginning in 1943, the War Department published a series of pamphlets for U.S.
open.substack.com
January 10, 2026 at 2:09 PM
Heather Cox Richardson's piece today reminds us that the War Department of 80 years ago tried to warn us of the dangers of fascism abroad and at home that still has relevance today. Well worth the read!
#fascism #DOD #DOW @hcrichardson.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...
#fascism #DOD #DOW @hcrichardson.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...
Doctor Here 👋
Just a reminder to the current federal administration:
"It is a poor government that does not realize that the prolonged life, health and happiness of its people are its greatest asset."
DR. CHARLES H. MAYO
Just a reminder to the current federal administration:
"It is a poor government that does not realize that the prolonged life, health and happiness of its people are its greatest asset."
DR. CHARLES H. MAYO
January 8, 2026 at 9:35 PM
Doctor Here 👋
Just a reminder to the current federal administration:
"It is a poor government that does not realize that the prolonged life, health and happiness of its people are its greatest asset."
DR. CHARLES H. MAYO
Just a reminder to the current federal administration:
"It is a poor government that does not realize that the prolonged life, health and happiness of its people are its greatest asset."
DR. CHARLES H. MAYO
-Stop asking Jews when Hanukkah is.
-We don't know either.
-We don't know either.
November 30, 2025 at 7:04 PM
-Stop asking Jews when Hanukkah is.
-We don't know either.
-We don't know either.
Doctor Here 👋
- #RFKJr: "We need to prevent disease, not just treat it."
-Agreed. That's why we need vaccines, evidence based science, universal healthcare & your resignation!
-We need theembraceplan.com
#medsky #publichealth #vaccines #universalhealtcare #fixUShealthcare
- #RFKJr: "We need to prevent disease, not just treat it."
-Agreed. That's why we need vaccines, evidence based science, universal healthcare & your resignation!
-We need theembraceplan.com
#medsky #publichealth #vaccines #universalhealtcare #fixUShealthcare
theembraceplan.co
November 20, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Doctor Here 👋
- #RFKJr: "We need to prevent disease, not just treat it."
-Agreed. That's why we need vaccines, evidence based science, universal healthcare & your resignation!
-We need theembraceplan.com
#medsky #publichealth #vaccines #universalhealtcare #fixUShealthcare
- #RFKJr: "We need to prevent disease, not just treat it."
-Agreed. That's why we need vaccines, evidence based science, universal healthcare & your resignation!
-We need theembraceplan.com
#medsky #publichealth #vaccines #universalhealtcare #fixUShealthcare
Doctor Here 👋 (again)
- To Linda McMahon & the US #DoE
- No matter the level of expertise, #Nursing is a profession
- Nursing is the backbone, muscles & heart of the US healthcare system
- Educating & advancing #nurses in their profession should be your top priority!
#Medsky #publichealth
- To Linda McMahon & the US #DoE
- No matter the level of expertise, #Nursing is a profession
- Nursing is the backbone, muscles & heart of the US healthcare system
- Educating & advancing #nurses in their profession should be your top priority!
#Medsky #publichealth
November 20, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Doctor Here 👋 (again)
- To Linda McMahon & the US #DoE
- No matter the level of expertise, #Nursing is a profession
- Nursing is the backbone, muscles & heart of the US healthcare system
- Educating & advancing #nurses in their profession should be your top priority!
#Medsky #publichealth
- To Linda McMahon & the US #DoE
- No matter the level of expertise, #Nursing is a profession
- Nursing is the backbone, muscles & heart of the US healthcare system
- Educating & advancing #nurses in their profession should be your top priority!
#Medsky #publichealth
Doctor Here 👋
-The Department of Education just said nursing is no longer a professional degree.
- #Nursing is one of the most important and respected professions. Our healthcare system depends on them.
- #Nurses save lives!! They must be respected as professionals!
#medsky #publichealth
-The Department of Education just said nursing is no longer a professional degree.
- #Nursing is one of the most important and respected professions. Our healthcare system depends on them.
- #Nurses save lives!! They must be respected as professionals!
#medsky #publichealth
November 19, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Doctor Here 👋
-The Department of Education just said nursing is no longer a professional degree.
- #Nursing is one of the most important and respected professions. Our healthcare system depends on them.
- #Nurses save lives!! They must be respected as professionals!
#medsky #publichealth
-The Department of Education just said nursing is no longer a professional degree.
- #Nursing is one of the most important and respected professions. Our healthcare system depends on them.
- #Nurses save lives!! They must be respected as professionals!
#medsky #publichealth
Doctor Here 👋
-PSA for new #Medicare subscribers during this enrollment period: Medicare Advantage is a scam!
-They lure you with cheap premiums & little trinkets but when you really need insurance, you're f#$ked
-Choose traditional Medicare Parts A, B & D with Medigap
youtu.be/Ejoi9yfLVCc?...
-PSA for new #Medicare subscribers during this enrollment period: Medicare Advantage is a scam!
-They lure you with cheap premiums & little trinkets but when you really need insurance, you're f#$ked
-Choose traditional Medicare Parts A, B & D with Medigap
youtu.be/Ejoi9yfLVCc?...
Medicare Advantage: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)
YouTube video by LastWeekTonight
youtu.be
November 4, 2025 at 2:13 AM
Doctor Here 👋
-PSA for new #Medicare subscribers during this enrollment period: Medicare Advantage is a scam!
-They lure you with cheap premiums & little trinkets but when you really need insurance, you're f#$ked
-Choose traditional Medicare Parts A, B & D with Medigap
youtu.be/Ejoi9yfLVCc?...
-PSA for new #Medicare subscribers during this enrollment period: Medicare Advantage is a scam!
-They lure you with cheap premiums & little trinkets but when you really need insurance, you're f#$ked
-Choose traditional Medicare Parts A, B & D with Medigap
youtu.be/Ejoi9yfLVCc?...
Doctor Here 👋
-Mike Johnson says the GOP’s “healthcare plan” is too classified to share.
-Trump said he has a “concept of a plan.”
- Translation: There is no #GOP plan other than to let commercial insurance companies do whatever they want.
#fixUShealthcare #medsky
-Mike Johnson says the GOP’s “healthcare plan” is too classified to share.
-Trump said he has a “concept of a plan.”
- Translation: There is no #GOP plan other than to let commercial insurance companies do whatever they want.
#fixUShealthcare #medsky
November 2, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Doctor Here 👋
-Mike Johnson says the GOP’s “healthcare plan” is too classified to share.
-Trump said he has a “concept of a plan.”
- Translation: There is no #GOP plan other than to let commercial insurance companies do whatever they want.
#fixUShealthcare #medsky
-Mike Johnson says the GOP’s “healthcare plan” is too classified to share.
-Trump said he has a “concept of a plan.”
- Translation: There is no #GOP plan other than to let commercial insurance companies do whatever they want.
#fixUShealthcare #medsky
Doctor here 👋
-Today President Trump said he got an MRI during a routing follow up
-An MRI is not part of routine screening or physical
-Also, Trump say he took an IQ test & then describes a test that sounds like a cognitive function scale, maybe the MoCA?
-Houston we have a problem
#medsky
-Today President Trump said he got an MRI during a routing follow up
-An MRI is not part of routine screening or physical
-Also, Trump say he took an IQ test & then describes a test that sounds like a cognitive function scale, maybe the MoCA?
-Houston we have a problem
#medsky
October 27, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Doctor here 👋
-Today President Trump said he got an MRI during a routing follow up
-An MRI is not part of routine screening or physical
-Also, Trump say he took an IQ test & then describes a test that sounds like a cognitive function scale, maybe the MoCA?
-Houston we have a problem
#medsky
-Today President Trump said he got an MRI during a routing follow up
-An MRI is not part of routine screening or physical
-Also, Trump say he took an IQ test & then describes a test that sounds like a cognitive function scale, maybe the MoCA?
-Houston we have a problem
#medsky
Doctor Here 👋
-Six former Surgeon Generals have asked for #RFKJr to resign.
-The American College of Physicians called for removal of Secretary Kennedy at HHS
-Medicine is under attack. We need more of this kind of resistance!
#medsky #publichealth @acpimphysicians.bsky.social
-Six former Surgeon Generals have asked for #RFKJr to resign.
-The American College of Physicians called for removal of Secretary Kennedy at HHS
-Medicine is under attack. We need more of this kind of resistance!
#medsky #publichealth @acpimphysicians.bsky.social
October 9, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Doctor Here 👋
-Six former Surgeon Generals have asked for #RFKJr to resign.
-The American College of Physicians called for removal of Secretary Kennedy at HHS
-Medicine is under attack. We need more of this kind of resistance!
#medsky #publichealth @acpimphysicians.bsky.social
-Six former Surgeon Generals have asked for #RFKJr to resign.
-The American College of Physicians called for removal of Secretary Kennedy at HHS
-Medicine is under attack. We need more of this kind of resistance!
#medsky #publichealth @acpimphysicians.bsky.social
Doctor Here 👋
FYI: #CDC director Mehmet Oz has a financial stake in the company #iHerb which sells: folinic acid supplements (folinic acid = #leucovorin)
The disinformation about #Tylenol, autism, and this “treatment” are ALL part of their grift.
#medsky #publichealth
FYI: #CDC director Mehmet Oz has a financial stake in the company #iHerb which sells: folinic acid supplements (folinic acid = #leucovorin)
The disinformation about #Tylenol, autism, and this “treatment” are ALL part of their grift.
#medsky #publichealth
September 25, 2025 at 11:36 PM
Doctor Here 👋
FYI: #CDC director Mehmet Oz has a financial stake in the company #iHerb which sells: folinic acid supplements (folinic acid = #leucovorin)
The disinformation about #Tylenol, autism, and this “treatment” are ALL part of their grift.
#medsky #publichealth
FYI: #CDC director Mehmet Oz has a financial stake in the company #iHerb which sells: folinic acid supplements (folinic acid = #leucovorin)
The disinformation about #Tylenol, autism, and this “treatment” are ALL part of their grift.
#medsky #publichealth
September 24, 2025 at 3:17 AM
Doctor Here 👋
IT'S OFFICIAL: CT, ME, MA, NJ, NY State, PA, RI & New York City have formed the Northeast Public Health Collaborative.
The collaborative will issue their own vaccine recommendations and coordinate public health efforts.
#medsky #publichealth #healthpolicy
IT'S OFFICIAL: CT, ME, MA, NJ, NY State, PA, RI & New York City have formed the Northeast Public Health Collaborative.
The collaborative will issue their own vaccine recommendations and coordinate public health efforts.
#medsky #publichealth #healthpolicy
September 18, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Doctor Here 👋
IT'S OFFICIAL: CT, ME, MA, NJ, NY State, PA, RI & New York City have formed the Northeast Public Health Collaborative.
The collaborative will issue their own vaccine recommendations and coordinate public health efforts.
#medsky #publichealth #healthpolicy
IT'S OFFICIAL: CT, ME, MA, NJ, NY State, PA, RI & New York City have formed the Northeast Public Health Collaborative.
The collaborative will issue their own vaccine recommendations and coordinate public health efforts.
#medsky #publichealth #healthpolicy
ABC needs to sue Brendan Carr and the FCC for free speech violation. Threatening to revoke their license unless the take Jimmy Kimmel off the air is a violation of 1st amendment rights!
#JimmyKimmel #FCC #ABC
#JimmyKimmel #FCC #ABC
September 17, 2025 at 11:21 PM
ABC needs to sue Brendan Carr and the FCC for free speech violation. Threatening to revoke their license unless the take Jimmy Kimmel off the air is a violation of 1st amendment rights!
#JimmyKimmel #FCC #ABC
#JimmyKimmel #FCC #ABC
Doctor here 👋
#RFKJr claimed Americans were healthier in the 60’s, so here’s a fact check:
In 1965:
-The infant morality rate was 24.7/1000; now it’s 5.6/1000
-Life expectancy was 70 years; now it's ~77 years
-Death rates from heart attacks have decreased by >80% since 1970
#medsky #publichealth
#RFKJr claimed Americans were healthier in the 60’s, so here’s a fact check:
In 1965:
-The infant morality rate was 24.7/1000; now it’s 5.6/1000
-Life expectancy was 70 years; now it's ~77 years
-Death rates from heart attacks have decreased by >80% since 1970
#medsky #publichealth
September 5, 2025 at 12:06 AM
Doctor here 👋
#RFKJr claimed Americans were healthier in the 60’s, so here’s a fact check:
In 1965:
-The infant morality rate was 24.7/1000; now it’s 5.6/1000
-Life expectancy was 70 years; now it's ~77 years
-Death rates from heart attacks have decreased by >80% since 1970
#medsky #publichealth
#RFKJr claimed Americans were healthier in the 60’s, so here’s a fact check:
In 1965:
-The infant morality rate was 24.7/1000; now it’s 5.6/1000
-Life expectancy was 70 years; now it's ~77 years
-Death rates from heart attacks have decreased by >80% since 1970
#medsky #publichealth
Doctor Here 👋
-Here's a reminder of the science behind #vaccine development- in this case the Pfizer's mRNA COVID vax
-Over 40,000 individuals were studied: 1/2 with vaccine & 1/2 with placebo (shot without vaccine)
-By 2 weeks, the vaccinated group were 95% protected from getting Covid!
#medsky
-Here's a reminder of the science behind #vaccine development- in this case the Pfizer's mRNA COVID vax
-Over 40,000 individuals were studied: 1/2 with vaccine & 1/2 with placebo (shot without vaccine)
-By 2 weeks, the vaccinated group were 95% protected from getting Covid!
#medsky
September 2, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Heart Doctor here👋
-The American College of Cardiology now recommends that adults with heart disease get #vaccines against influenza, #COVID-19, & #RSV, citing their higher risk for severe respiratory infections, hospitalization, and death.
#medsky #publichealth #cardiology
ms.spr.ly/6186swiZp
-The American College of Cardiology now recommends that adults with heart disease get #vaccines against influenza, #COVID-19, & #RSV, citing their higher risk for severe respiratory infections, hospitalization, and death.
#medsky #publichealth #cardiology
ms.spr.ly/6186swiZp
ACC Recommends Respiratory Vaccines in Heart Disease
The ACC joins its European counterparts in emphasizing the importance of immunization in cardiovascular health.
ms.spr.ly
August 30, 2025 at 5:08 AM
Heart Doctor here👋
-The American College of Cardiology now recommends that adults with heart disease get #vaccines against influenza, #COVID-19, & #RSV, citing their higher risk for severe respiratory infections, hospitalization, and death.
#medsky #publichealth #cardiology
ms.spr.ly/6186swiZp
-The American College of Cardiology now recommends that adults with heart disease get #vaccines against influenza, #COVID-19, & #RSV, citing their higher risk for severe respiratory infections, hospitalization, and death.
#medsky #publichealth #cardiology
ms.spr.ly/6186swiZp
Doctor here 👋
-Another major medical association: American College of OB/GYN (ACOG) broke from the CDC on recommendations for #Covid-19 vaccines during pregnancy
-This in addition to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
-This is what leadership in medicine looks like!
#medsky #publichealth
-Another major medical association: American College of OB/GYN (ACOG) broke from the CDC on recommendations for #Covid-19 vaccines during pregnancy
-This in addition to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
-This is what leadership in medicine looks like!
#medsky #publichealth
August 23, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Doctor here 👋
-Another major medical association: American College of OB/GYN (ACOG) broke from the CDC on recommendations for #Covid-19 vaccines during pregnancy
-This in addition to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
-This is what leadership in medicine looks like!
#medsky #publichealth
-Another major medical association: American College of OB/GYN (ACOG) broke from the CDC on recommendations for #Covid-19 vaccines during pregnancy
-This in addition to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
-This is what leadership in medicine looks like!
#medsky #publichealth
Heart Doctor here 👋
Great news!:
- Herpes Zoster vaccine (for shingles) not only prevents shingles eye involvement
-it also lowers risk of heart attacks and strokes!
#medsky #publichealth #cardiology #vaccines
doi.org/10.1093/cid/...
doi.org/10.1093/cid/...
Great news!:
- Herpes Zoster vaccine (for shingles) not only prevents shingles eye involvement
-it also lowers risk of heart attacks and strokes!
#medsky #publichealth #cardiology #vaccines
doi.org/10.1093/cid/...
doi.org/10.1093/cid/...
Adjuvanted recombinant zoster vaccine is effective against herpes zoster ophthalmicus, and is associated with lower risk of acute myocardial infarction and stroke in adults aged ≥50 years
AbstractBackground. Herpes zoster (HZ) and HZ ophthalmicus (HZO) are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular complications, such as acute myoca
doi.org
August 20, 2025 at 2:16 AM
Heart Doctor here 👋
Great news!:
- Herpes Zoster vaccine (for shingles) not only prevents shingles eye involvement
-it also lowers risk of heart attacks and strokes!
#medsky #publichealth #cardiology #vaccines
doi.org/10.1093/cid/...
doi.org/10.1093/cid/...
Great news!:
- Herpes Zoster vaccine (for shingles) not only prevents shingles eye involvement
-it also lowers risk of heart attacks and strokes!
#medsky #publichealth #cardiology #vaccines
doi.org/10.1093/cid/...
doi.org/10.1093/cid/...
You know you’re a winner when you leave Putin looking like this.
August 17, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Doctor here 👋
- Annals of Internal Medicine (AIM) journal publishes study showing #aluminum in #vaccines is safe
-RFKJr asks them to retract article because he disagrees
-Journal refuses
-This is how to stand up for science!
#medsky #publichealth #RFKJr
www.reuters.com/business/hea...
- Annals of Internal Medicine (AIM) journal publishes study showing #aluminum in #vaccines is safe
-RFKJr asks them to retract article because he disagrees
-Journal refuses
-This is how to stand up for science!
#medsky #publichealth #RFKJr
www.reuters.com/business/hea...
Exclusive: Medical journal rejects Kennedy's call for retraction of vaccine study
An influential U.S. medical journal is rejecting a call from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to retract a large Danish study that found that aluminum ingredients in vaccines do not increase health risks for children, the journal's editor told Reuters.
www.reuters.com
August 12, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Doctor here 👋
- Annals of Internal Medicine (AIM) journal publishes study showing #aluminum in #vaccines is safe
-RFKJr asks them to retract article because he disagrees
-Journal refuses
-This is how to stand up for science!
#medsky #publichealth #RFKJr
www.reuters.com/business/hea...
- Annals of Internal Medicine (AIM) journal publishes study showing #aluminum in #vaccines is safe
-RFKJr asks them to retract article because he disagrees
-Journal refuses
-This is how to stand up for science!
#medsky #publichealth #RFKJr
www.reuters.com/business/hea...
Doctor here 👋
- RFK Jr. has alleged that #aluminum in #vaccines is unsafe
-This nationwide study found no evidence supporting an ⬆️ risk for autoimmune, atopic or allergic, or neurodevelopmental disorders associated with early childhood exposure to aluminum-adsorbed vaccines
acpjournals.org/doi/1…
- RFK Jr. has alleged that #aluminum in #vaccines is unsafe
-This nationwide study found no evidence supporting an ⬆️ risk for autoimmune, atopic or allergic, or neurodevelopmental disorders associated with early childhood exposure to aluminum-adsorbed vaccines
acpjournals.org/doi/1…
https://acpjournals.org/doi/1…
August 7, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Doctor here 👋
- RFK Jr. has alleged that #aluminum in #vaccines is unsafe
-This nationwide study found no evidence supporting an ⬆️ risk for autoimmune, atopic or allergic, or neurodevelopmental disorders associated with early childhood exposure to aluminum-adsorbed vaccines
acpjournals.org/doi/1…
- RFK Jr. has alleged that #aluminum in #vaccines is unsafe
-This nationwide study found no evidence supporting an ⬆️ risk for autoimmune, atopic or allergic, or neurodevelopmental disorders associated with early childhood exposure to aluminum-adsorbed vaccines
acpjournals.org/doi/1…
Doctor here 👋
#RFKJr today: "Doctors profit by keeping Americans sick."
- Declaring war on science is keeping Americans sick
- Destroying our healthcare infrastructure is keeping Americans sick
- Demonizing our healthcare professionals is keeping Americans sick
-We must remove RFK Jr.
#medsky
#RFKJr today: "Doctors profit by keeping Americans sick."
- Declaring war on science is keeping Americans sick
- Destroying our healthcare infrastructure is keeping Americans sick
- Demonizing our healthcare professionals is keeping Americans sick
-We must remove RFK Jr.
#medsky
August 7, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Doctor here 👋
-Cervical cancer is on the way to being eliminated - one of the medical miracles of our time.
-How? A #vaccine.
#medsky #publichealth #cancer
-Cervical cancer is on the way to being eliminated - one of the medical miracles of our time.
-How? A #vaccine.
#medsky #publichealth #cancer
August 2, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Doctor here 👋
-Cervical cancer is on the way to being eliminated - one of the medical miracles of our time.
-How? A #vaccine.
#medsky #publichealth #cancer
-Cervical cancer is on the way to being eliminated - one of the medical miracles of our time.
-How? A #vaccine.
#medsky #publichealth #cancer
Doctor here 👋
The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists announced it will no longer accept government funds due to “recent changes in federal funding laws and regulations.”
This is an important step in separating #healthcare from government.
#medsky #publichealth #healthpolicy
The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists announced it will no longer accept government funds due to “recent changes in federal funding laws and regulations.”
This is an important step in separating #healthcare from government.
#medsky #publichealth #healthpolicy
August 1, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Doctor here 👋
The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists announced it will no longer accept government funds due to “recent changes in federal funding laws and regulations.”
This is an important step in separating #healthcare from government.
#medsky #publichealth #healthpolicy
The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists announced it will no longer accept government funds due to “recent changes in federal funding laws and regulations.”
This is an important step in separating #healthcare from government.
#medsky #publichealth #healthpolicy