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Lunar Mayhem

Plaid Pants2 — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 22:34:08 GMT

If there is any truth to the theory that the moon affects our behavior, (afterall, we get the word 'lunatic' from the word 'lunar', meaning the moon) then the shenanigans has started early.

I know that there is a super moon comming up, maybe it has "super powers", too.

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HappyDaze — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 22:51:47 GMT

This scares me because last time we had the blood moon my husband had his heart attack. That same weekend, 4 other men, Three of which were under 40 and the other in his forties like my husband had heart attacks too. The hospital said they never had that happen before with that many young men with heart attacks within a few days. Especially concerning was that they all had no risk factors and all generally healthy. I know some think it is silly but even the hospital said they staff the hospital more when there is a full moon, super moon, or other odd/unusual moon events.

I really love observing the moon and its' different states but now there is a bit of sadness/nervousness mixed in as well.

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cherry — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 22:52:06 GMT

It supposed to arrive on Monday. I did notice the moon tonight looks bigger than usual

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Melvin-QVC — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 22:52:29 GMT

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ROMARY — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 23:00:44 GMT

I believe that the moon has something to do with plants, the oceans, etc. Something about gravity re: the oceans. So, why not re: humans and animals? Changes in gravity possibly can influence our behavior. Maybe 'throw us off' kilter at certain times. Right?

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ROMARY — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 23:02:50 GMT

Oh, wait...........It just 'dawned on me'..............I'm a little slow.

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cherry — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 23:04:03 GMT

The police claim it has a effect on people. I have heard hospitals say. they get a lot of births on a full moon

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stevieb — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 23:08:36 GMT

Anything that impacts body rhythms, including environnmental conditions, can have an impact on behavior and on how our bodies act.

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Plaid Pants2 — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 23:09:02 GMT

All I know, this place has been "odder" than usual today.

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Mary Bailey — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 23:12:43 GMT

@cherry both times that I went into labor it was during a full moon. Each time my water broke just before midnight 11:45 & 11:50. Two years, three months apart. Both sons are lefties.

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Noel7 — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 23:12:58 GMT

Interesting reports of studies here on Live Science:

http://www.livescience.com/7899-moon-myths-truth-lunar-effects.html

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Drythe — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 23:21:23 GMT

I worked nights in OB-GYN while I was in school. The seasoned Nurses ALWAYS said watch out it's a full moon tonight. And it was true.

I have a real love of the moon, so I don't think it's responsible.

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Desertdi — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 23:21:30 GMT

I worked the graveyard shift for many years..........and can attest to the fact that all "H" breaks loose during the full moon...................

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ROMARY — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 23:34:52 GMT

Many, many years ago, I knew several various types of public-service people (who didn't know one another) who mentioned the problems/situations that came in during full moons. They had to hire 'extras' during those full moon times. So, anything is possible, although I'm only guessing that we can't scientfically explain or substantiate. It would be interesting research, though.

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Kachina624 — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 23:39:19 GMT

@Desertdi wrote:
I worked the graveyard shift for many years..........and can attest to the fact that all "H" breaks loose during the full moon...................

Anyone who works with the public knows to schedule their vacation during periods of full moons.

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Goldengate8361 — Sat, 12 Nov 2016 00:09:27 GMT

@Noel7 - thank you for inserting a voice of reason (via the article you posted) into this discussion.

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HappyDaze — Sat, 12 Nov 2016 01:08:20 GMT

@cherry wrote:
The police claim it has a effect on people. I have heard hospitals say. they get a lot of births on a full moon

yes, many do. The hospital we were at says that births increase so they always staff full moon days with more doctors and nurses. They have statistics on this and that is why it influences their staffing decisions. No reason for them to lie.