And to the #healthcare workers who have been on the front lines for 22 months and may not be with loved ones this Christmas: please know how much your work is deeply appreciated. We owe you a debt of gratitude. Sending you love and strength this Christmas.

A quick story. I’m on ambulatory medicine at the VA. Yesterday I went to get a patient from the waiting room. A Black man who served in Vietnam. When I introduced myself as Dr. Igwe, he gave me a very strange look. I asked if I had the wrong person, but he said “no, that’s me”.

As we settle into this “new normal” of astronomically high cases, 1000’s of daily deaths and an under vaccinated population, I think of all the healthcare workers who will bear witness to the consequences of our decision to “move on”. And my ❤️ just 💔.

The world has lost a true giant with the passing of Paul Farmer, the visionary founder of Partners In Health. We celebrate his incredible passion and powerful work, and are committed to carrying his efforts forward. pih.org/article/rememb…

To all our diplomats, intel community & public servants who haven’t slept in weeks trying to prevent this crisis and now must rally to prevent the worst, please know that you are appreciated! 🙏

“The 56-year-old works as the only #nurse in an understaffed and underfunded clinic that serves five villages. But she won't abandon those who count on her. ‘This is what the war handed me, set me on a new path. It's OK. This is my life's work now.’” cnn.com/2022/02/12/eur…

London, 1940s. Kiev, Today.

“This is genius. Oh, that's wonderful." ~Trump on Putin’s invasion of Ukraine

As I put my son to bed all I can think about are the children in Ukraine who suddenly don’t have safe places to sleep and are fleeing their homes. It’s awe inspiring to see how hard their parents and protectors are fighting for them. 🇺🇦 🇺🇸

“Prayer for Ukraine” performed by Ukrainian Chorus Dumka of New York

Leaders who refuse to hear criticism choose not to learn. The higher you climb, the more people hesitate to challenge you. Silencing dissent is a step toward becoming a dictator. A culture of voice begins with admitting gaps in your knowledge and rewarding those who speak up.

Ukrainian footballer Roman Yaremchuk comes on as a substitute for Benfica in Lisbon. Watch what happens.

Now read that again! ❤ Trevor Noah ❤

Meet a certified nurse midwife on a mission to improve outcomes for Black mothers by shining a light on inequities in healthcare and focusing on Black maternal health. Sponsored by Johnson & Johnson.

I’m holding Dr. Breen’s loved ones in my heart today—on the two year anniversary of her tragic death by suicide. Following the signing of our Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act in March, we must keep fighting to support our healers.

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Belicheck is playing chess. Sadly, the opponents are playing football. 🤦‍♂️