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Well, pap smears are down, but flu shots are up!

Did you notice that the tests they are cutting back on are WOMEN'S, I guess men's tests are far more important.

That's because, despite huge bounds in women's rights, we still live in a patriarchal society where the "good ole boys" still get to make all the decisions.

Yes, no1bookmark, I noticed that too. Apparently, an enlarged prostrate is far more important than breast cancer. And IrishRaven: patriarchal is far too nice a word to describe the constant demeaning of women that goes on in highschools, in the workplace and then later in life.

What I wonder is how this attitude seemed to get worse rather than better, when so many kids are being brought up by a one parent family, mostly moms. I realize that moms are very busy when you are the breadwinner and mom and dad, but shouldn't you teach your son how to treat women? I just don't get it.

I remember when my sister, who was 2 yrs older then me, would act like she was minding her own business while at the dinner table and kick me with her foot. My mother and father would only see stupid me hitting her back with my hand, so I was the one who got in trouble. We laugh and joke about it now but I think as a female she was just honing her "victim skills".

Wonder if the insurance companies will stop paying for e.d. meds?

AuntieEmma, they will definitely stop paying for Viagra and the other drugs.....ha ha ha ha ha ...just kidding.

Actually, the first stroke (sorry, couldn't think of another word) against annual testing was Male Prostate Tests. This is the "test to be feared" which is done on an annual basis during male physicals. Again, I mention my friend who went, in one year, from a 1% PSA test result (totally acceptable for his age) to a 7% PSA which is a big red flag for Cancer. As it turned out, he did have Cancer and needed surgery.

Private carriers and Medicare have stated that they will continue to cover these tests on an annual basis although they don't cover ordinary pap smears (you need a diagnosis) every year.

I think rather than women, they seem to be aiming at people over 50. This is notable as they have promised to pay for the National Health Plan with something like eight billion dollars worth of cuts in Medicare spending.

Note: As noted the other day, AARP is a Ho. If Medicare spending goes down, AARP and other Medicare Co-op insurance carriers will have to pay more out and will, therefore, be able to raise premiums.

Hey AuntieEmma:

I like your style. Please email so we can "talk". You email is limited so I can just email you.

Take care,

Pattiwatt

Dear females of the world,

I've always liked you, I think I've always respected you. I dont think I've demeaned you very often, I'm enchanted by you. I'm puzzled by you. I enjoy your company most of the time.

Now if I could figure out how to alluringly wiggle my prostate to get you in bed with me..........