Mom Calls out Anti-Vaxxers After Her Newborn is Exposed to Measles

Never as a child growing up did I think we would one day live in a world where anti-vaxxers were as big of a thing as they seem to have become these days. Even though cases of vaccines causing adverse effects are exceedingly rare, and the concern about links to autism has been thoroughly debunked, they still continue to endanger everyone else via their stubborn refusal to accept science. Thanks to anti-vaxxers, previously eradicated diseases like measles are now making a comeback.

Jennifer Hibben-White posted about her experience on Facebook. Thankfully, her son didn’t get measles, but her story should be read by every anti-vaxxer.

She starts with a picture of her son, and then the facts:

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Her doctor advised her to take precautions, which left her enraged (understandably):

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She directs her rage at the ones who deserve it: those who have chosen not to vaccinate their children. And she doesn’t hold back:

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Hibben-White reveals the heart-breaking reason that underlies why she’s so passionate about vaccinations—the loss of her daughter at five years old. She would have done anything to save her daughter, yet people are taking their access to life-saving vaccines for granted.

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Finally, she calls out anti-vaxxers on their hypocrisy:

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So savage.

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March 7, 2019

Scientists Find Whiskey Makes You Live a Longer, Healthier Life. Cheers to That!

I love when science gives me a reason to drink! According to new research, drinking whiskey in moderation can yield serious benefits such as helping increase your lifespan, improving your overall health, and even boosting your creativity.

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Yes, you read that right. A study recently presented to the American Association for the Advancement of Science has found links between moderate alcohol consumption and increased life span.

Claudia Kawas, a neurologist at the University of California, Irvine, has been studying the lifestyle habits of people in their 90s for the last 15 years. Her team found that people who drank two units of alcohol daily had a lower risk of premature death.

“I have no explanation for it, but I do firmly believe that modest drinking improves longevity,” says Kawas.

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Whiskey also contains ellagic acid, an antioxidant that helps to fight cancer. In fact, whiskey actually has even more antioxidants than red wine – long held to be the reigning champion of “healthy” alcohols.

Moderate whiskey consumption (no more than six portions a week) has also been found to reduce the risks of strokes, heart attacks, and dementia by nearly half! Finally, a study by the University of Illinois also discovered that participants were more creative at a blood alcohol content of around 0.075.

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So, raise a glass to health! But just one – seriously, moderation is vital.

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March 7, 2019

15 Older People Share the Things They Actually Like about Millennials

Millennials have taken a lot of criticism from older generations, seemingly for every little thing they do. But it’s not all bad. There are plenty of things millennials do that older people actually admire, as this Reddit thread will show you.

1. Memes!

I’m 48 and I love memes. I’m facebook friends with many of my college students and I’m sometimes in tears laughing over the memes they post. I love the levels of cultural knowledge required to “get” them. Even at 48, I still feel rebelliously like I’m getting something that my parents don’t get.

2. Kindness rules

How kind and understanding they are to kids who are different.

My first grader just went to a party for a kid with Downs this last weekend. He invited his whole class and at least 2/3 of them showed up to celebrate with him. Warmed my heart.

3. Dabbing

Dabbing. I dab the f**k out of my wife and kids. I open my arms and walk to them like I’m going to hug them, then I dab away.

4. Fun music

My kids laugh because I like rap as much as they do.

They do get tired of me telling them the original sampled sources and musical roots.

5. Smashing gender divides

I’m 62, and I’m impressed that boys and girls in junior high and high school actually are friends with each other. I even saw the kids playing a quick pickup game of touch football – boys and girls – at the middle school while waiting for the bus to come over from the elementary school. Never would have happened in my generation.

6. Tolerance

You guys are tolerant as hell. I work in a school and kids can wear nerdy shit and not wonder who they’re gonna have to fight first.

Back in the 90’s I smuggled my Star Wars books into the cafeteria like I was carrying enigma machine codes.

7. Advanced technology

I am amazed that you all can play game consoles with what seems like twenty different god damned buttons on the controller. And use them all almost simultaneously!

8. More living

I like that they are less into stuff and more into experiences.

9. Acceptance

I was a teen when “gay” was still an insult.

Kids these days are so friggen cool.

10. Hilarious slang terms

Yeet. I don’t know what it is, but that word just makes me laugh. I’ll be 48 this year, and hopefully still have many years before I yeet the f**k off this mortal coil.

11. Changing priorities

Putting more of a priority on personal life and goals than on “career”. The realization that devotion to employer is a dead-end is one that not so many of my fellow Gen-Xers have cottoned to.

12. Video games are awesome now

61 years old here, and I love my video games as much as younger people.

13. No worries

The phrase “No Worries” after you apologize for a delay holding someone up. Has a much warmer feel than any other equivalent.

14. Adopt don’t shop

They adopt pets rather than buying the designer ones.

15. Keepin’ it casual

Casual dress codes!

Some of the managers are younger than me now and they do not care what anyone wears to work.

Die, high heels!

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March 6, 2019

“Don’t Get Under the Table:” Teacher Shares Tips to Survive an Active Shooter Scenario

One of the sadder aspects of life for younger generations of Americans is that they’ve had to live with the specter of school shootings their whole lives. For a lot of kids, practicing active shooter drills is just a fact of life.

The nagging reality of this threat was further highlighted in this Twitter thread by “V” (@lareinavicc).

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“V” recently received active shooter training through her job, and felt that the lessons she learned needed to be more widely shared.

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A lot of people took her to task with her comment of “and likely,” which she felt she needed to clarify further:

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The sad truth is that in 2017, nearly 40,000 Americans were killed in shooting accidents – a number that is truly staggering considering we’re one of the most prosperous, developed nations in the world. While V did admit later on that the word “likely” was a bit of an exaggeration and probably not the best choice of words, the survival tips she shared are still incredibly useful.

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Some of these tips might seem obvious as you read them, but rational thinking often jumps out the window when you’re in a panic-inducing situation, so it’s important to really internalize the information as much as possible.

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It’s critically important to be aware of your surroundings in a survival situation, and find ways to use those surroundings to your advantage.

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When all else fails, you’ll have to fight for your survival. Going up against an armed and dangerous opponent requires you to outsmart and outmaneuver them.

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Even the best-laid plans can end up getting you injured, however. If that happens, you’ve got to keep your cool and take some critical steps to stay alive until you can get medical help.

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If this knowledge was more commonly dispersed, it’s possible that a lot of the tragic shootings we’ve seen in the past few decades may have been significantly less lethal. As much as we wish never to have to need it, this kind of training could save your life should the worst ever happen to you.

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For real – stay safe out there.

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March 4, 2019

12 Reasons Siblings Are Just the Worst/Best All at Once

Growing up with siblings means having built-in best friends and worst enemies. You can pick on them, but the minute someone else does, you’ve got their back in a minute.

You spend your childhood fighting over who gets to sit in the front seat, but as you grow up, they’re there to help you through heartbreaks and give surprisingly solid advice.

Here are 10+ reasons why siblings are both the worst and the best:

1. They’re great scapegoats

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2. They’re understanding when things get out of hand

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3. They will steal your seat

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4. They’re there when you need help

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5. They fill you with rage

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6. They don’t always believe you

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7. At the end of the day, they’re still your friend

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8. They never forget anything

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9. Sometimes they’re shockingly clever

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10. They can be petty

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11. They’re the best to torture

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12. Ewww…hugs

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…still your friend AND you didn’t even have to pay them.

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March 4, 2019

Brilliant Uber Driver Wins the Internet with Menu of 5 Different ‘Ride Types’

Uber has undeniably revolutionized the transportation business. One of my favorite aspects of Uber is the rating system, which lets drivers and passengers rate one another out of 5 stars.

One Uber driver recently went the extra mile to give his passengers more control over their ride experience. This was first brought to the world’s attention via Twitter user @LuisLovesGoats.

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The options include: Stand Up, Silent Ride, Therapy Ride, Creepy Ride, and (surprisingly) Rude Ride.

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Since Lui was feeling a little down that day, he chose the “Therapy Ride.” It wasn’t long before Lui’s tweets went viral.

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Naturally, people absolutely loved it.

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Sadly, Lui only had the driver’s first name (George) to go off of, and he had some difficulty getting in touch with him to let him know he’d gone viral. But, the internet being what it is, people eventually tracked him down.

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George even got on Twitter himself to thank everyone.

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Thanks to the exposure, George now has thousands of new followers, and he shared a clearer shot of his menu for people to enjoy:

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He also added how humbling and enjoyable this entire experience has been.

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If you’d like to show some love to George, you can hit up the GoFundMe he started to get an automatic car, since Seattle’s hilly terrain can be pretty rough on his transmission.

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March 2, 2019

If You Do Any of These 10 Things, You’re Seriously the Worst

There are two rules I always try to live by: do unto others as you’d have done to you, and always try to leave places better than when you found them.

These people don’t believe in that. Don’t be like these people. And if you are, take note.

1. Please tip appropriately!

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2. No one wants a dented car, but really? 4 handicapped spaces??

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3. Don’t put your dirty feet…anywhere.

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4. Just like at home. After you eat, clean the table.

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5. Teach your kids to clean up after themselves.

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6. Produce does not belong in the office supplies aisle.

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7. Hold your horses!

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8. Find the closest garbage can.

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9. Don’t be Karen. Trash does not belong on the grocery shelf.

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10. Don’t eat like a child.

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So, don’t be a litterbug and respect those around you. Easy peasy.

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March 2, 2019

10+ Japanese Inventions That Are Ready to Change Our Lives

Japan is famous for being constantly on the cutting edge of technology. Let’s face it, some of the best inventions are Japanese, whether they’re actually useful, or just kind of ridiculous.

Personally, there are several items on this list that I’d absolutely shell out money for.

1. This thing that dries off your umbrella in a jiffy.

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2. Taxi doors that open automatically.

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3. A phone holder thingy.

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4. Toilet paper wrappers that are covered in useful, informative reading material.

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5. Disposable underwear. For those one-use-only sort of days.

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6. Aluminum cans that consider those who cannot see.

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7. ‘Lonely hearts’ cafes that give you a friend to sit with.

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8. Seats that turn towards the train window.

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9. Straps that carry your coat when you get too warm… omg…

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10. This baby you can mop your floor with.

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11. A fan to blow your noodles for you.

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12. This little fridge that comes to you when you call it.

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13. Butter sticks.

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14. These socks for your chair. Of course.

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Idk about you, but I’m really excited about number 13, and I’d probably like to try the baby on my floors for a day.

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March 2, 2019

Internet Can’t Stop Laughing at Guy Who Mistook His GF’s Thermometer for a Pregnancy Test

When Izaak Torres of Costa Mesa, California got a text saying “Holy fuck,” from his girlfriend at 4 a.m. in the morning with a photo of a thermometer, he was understandably confused. That confusion may just have led to the “Most Hilarious Mistake Ever.”

His girlfriend, Vanessa Marie, sent him the picture and the text because she was running a 100-degree fever (seen in the photo below).

“I said ‘holy fuck’ because I was so frustrated that it was 4 a.m. and I was dead tired, but I didn’t want to go back to sleep until my fever went down some more,” Vanessa told BuzzFeed News.

Izaak read the text when he woke up briefly at 7 a.m. and he FUH-LIPPED OUT.

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Oh, sweetie.

“I didn’t get his text until I woke up around 11 a.m. and I just died laughing,” Vanessa said.

As for Izaak, he realized his own mistake a couple of hours later when he was fully awake. He says he “felt like a dumb ass” but tried to just keep it moving.

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Still, Vanessa had to share the screenshot on the internet, because who can miss an opportunity to clown their boyfriend in public?

And Izaak got clowned, alright. Roasted, even.

People pointed out that he must have interpreted the reading as “100% pregnant.”

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Which means that if the number had been lower, he’d still have a chance!

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This unborn baby just can’t make up its mind!

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Or perhaps Izaak thought that his girlfriend was having 100 babies?

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One hundred babies is a lot. Even 0.7 fewer babies would be better.

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Either way, this dude clearly is not ready for a baby. Not even 50% of one, probably.

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Which is really fine because neither is Vanessa.

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Luckily the two of them are on the same page and still going strong as a couple. Hopefully, Vanessa is down to a normal temperature by now – 98.6% pregnant.

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March 1, 2019