Poinsettia allergy warning linked to latex sensitivities
The poinsettia plant can trigger allergic reactions in latex sensitive individuals. Health experts urge caution especially if crushed or damaged and note shared proteins with the Brazilian rubber tree. About 40 percent of latex sensitive people may react to poinsettia sap.
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Augusta
American Academy of Allergy
New Orleans
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Bipolar Disorder Quiz Highlights Two Varieties
Dr. Jones outlines bipolar I and II, noting manic and hypomanic episodes and depressive phases, with examples. A pop quiz asks readers to identify bipolar disorder versus ADHD or other conditions, emphasizing treatment and psychotherapy alongside medication. Dr. Jones practices at Cedar Centre Psychiatric Group in Cedar Rapids.
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Lunge Plan for Holiday Weight Control by Nancy Cole
A Holiday weight guide highlights the lunge as an effective leg and glute exercise. The stationary lunge with a bench strengthens quads hamstrings and glutes while promoting calorie burn amid busy schedules. Personal trainer Nancy Cole of Coral Gables Florida explains form and reps.
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Pericarditis causes chest pain and possible effusion
A lay summary of pericarditis describing the heart’s two-layer sac, the pain from inflamed surfaces, and relief by upright leaning positions. Viruses commonly cause it. other causes include bacteria cancer and immune diseases. Treatments include anti inflammatories and sometimes cortisone. recurrence is possible.
Hints from Heloise Readers on Everyday Tips
Reader tips cover repurposing junk mail envelopes for grocery lists and coupons, using an aluminum pie plate as a plant tray or bird deterrent, threading beads on a flip phone strap for quick 찾, using panty liners as shoe inserts, and reminders about airport security shoe checks.
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King Features Syndicate
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Dear Abby letters raise self respect and tips issue
In a reader exchange, a 12 year old asks how to be seen beyond her bust and suggests dressing modestly to shift attention to intelligence and personality. The second letter from a server describes a customer tipping a coworker via the proprietor and a later demand for the tip, advised to have the tip money returned and to avoid the purchaser.
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