In other health news: Obama's speech, L.A. disparities and a cocktail

From around our blogs ...

First, the national perspective from Top of the Ticket:

Obama's full argument to doctors about his big healthcare plans -- Text

The full transcript of President Obama's speech Monday at the annual meeting of the American Medical Assn. The point: "The cost of our health care is a threat to our economy. It's an escalating burden on our families and businesses. It's a ticking time bomb for the federal budget. And it is unsustainable for the United States of America."

Second, a local perspective on healthcare from L.A. Now:

Public health officials report stark geographical disparities in L.A. County

It begins: "Residents in the poorest neighborhoods of Los Angeles County continue to face living conditions that are significantly more unhealthy than more affluent areas, according to a report released today by public health officials." It includes a link to the full report (much data, many maps).

And finally, a foodie's perspective from the Daily Dish:

Don't forget to take your medicine: A cocktail from the Pharmacie

It begins: "The Pharmacie, a series of roving, invite-only cocktail parties (more underground than even the Roger Room?), kicked off last Sunday evening."

-- Tami Dennis

Photo: Aspirin might come in handy. Credit: Joe Kohen / Bloomberg News