That is something completely possible. Dunno about texas, but in germany the pumps generally let you pump and then you pay afterwards.

Walking on toes is associated with autism. Maybe because it’s less impact force and also less noise so generally less stuff to deal with.

It’s basically 3% vs 4% risk anyway. Not the end of the world. Since it’s one study there’s probably not enough data for a case like yours, but in any case it’s just a risk factor and not “it will definitely turn you blind”.