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An NPR segment featuring Mark Silver discussed the upcoming flu season and addressed concerns that immune systems might be weaker due to lack of exposure during lockdowns. Silver encouraged listeners to get flu shots and mentioned that he keeps several hundred masks in his hallway for protection. The segment is criticized for its patronizing tone and reliance on "scientific" explanations that lack depth.
Mark Abrams Death, Aspartame Addiction, Neurotransmitters
Mark Abrams, a well-known Los Angeles doctor known as "The Walking Man," was found dead in his jacuzzi while under investigation for a patient's overdose. The hosts then discuss the addictive properties of aspartame, specifically how the amino acid phenylalanine acts as a precursor to neurotransmitters like dopamine. They warn listeners about the prevalence of these chemicals in diet foods.
