In a nod to holidays that respect the veil, let’s dig into trick-or-treating urban legends, unsettling historical treatments + the scary scenario of living with an undiagnosed illness.

The history and stigma behind the monkeypox virus, what to know about how it spreads, and how to get help when you need it. Plus, a roundup of books on historical plagues we’re glad to have a better handle on now.

To celebrate Disability Pride Month, the Dr. B newsletter shares a quick history of disability activism, and how to be an ally to disabled people. Plus, the latest on Covid-19 news to know and a roundup of articles crossing healthcare and wellness.

How can taking a habit out of your life lead to transformative personal growth? This interview with Zak Rosen for The Best Advice Show is one of my all-time favorites. Read/listen for some major juju-boosting.

I find myself returning to the list of ways to disconnect from tech that Amber fired out during our interview. Try one on for size.

Jacqueline Raposo expected some drastic changes, but not the ones she wound up going through, so she hit up a neuroscientist, a doctor, and a sugar journalist for advice.

I could blame it on my medical issues, but the truth is that I never wanted children.