Biohackers Without Borders
The dark side of medical tourism. Plus: new teen wellness status symbol, MAHA blunders, and health-tech influencers.
Updates:
Some readers requested links to recent print features noted in the last edition. They’re now online:
Women’s Health: "The Cost of Connection"
“Any shared social experience or human interaction is now marketable as ‘social wellness.’”
Skeptical Inquirer: Why You Should Be More Skeptical of Health News
A deep dive into various issues plaguing health journalism and how newly formed wellness sections contribute to a poorly informed reader.
🚨 Scheduling alert 🚨
I will publish these newsletters less frequently and take a hiatus as I prioritize some exciting projects. (I’ll still be writing features and consulting.) Paying subscribers should expect a pause or prorated refund this week!
— Rina Raphael
Biohackers Without Borders
Sun, sand, and experimental stem cell therapy? Sure, but not without risk.
