Pluggers Reflect On Military Intelligence Oxymoron
A strip notes the irony of combining military might with intelligence as a cautious commentary on contemporary security. The cartoon uses a sharp, humorous lens to critique how state power is pursuing knowledge and insight in tense times.
Health Notes Health Notes
Well Spouse Support Group meets 7 p.m. Monday July 8 at St. Luke's Hospital Room 163 Cedar Rapids for caregivers of chronically ill spouses. Call 369-8744 for details. Bereavement Group 4:30 p.m. July 9 at St. Luke's Schwartz Center. Call 369-7744. T ai Chi classes start July 8 at Mercy Fitness Center Town and Country Shopping Center Cedar Rapids eight weekly sessions through Aug 26. Fee 39. Call 365-3265. Advanced T'ai Chi July 8 5 15 p.m. Mercy Medical Center Red Room eight weekly 39. Call 365-3265. Breastfeeding group 10 30 a.m. to noon Wednesdays Mercy Medical Center Birthplace classroom Lactation consultant on site. Call 398-6501.
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Footwear harms and safer alternatives for women’s heels
Podiatrists warn high heels cause pressure bunions and bunionettes from forefoot load. Hammer toe and ankle sprains arise from narrow toe boxes and altered balance, while Achilles issues occur when switching from heels to flats. Safer options include wider toe boxes and moderate heels around half an inch.
Motion sickness tips for safer travel and relief
Practical advice to prevent motion sickness during car plane and boat travel. Highlights include focusing on distant objects avoiding reading during motion and seating choices. Medications such as Dramamine and Transderm Scop are discussed with potential side effects and prescription requirements.
Feet First How to Treat Foot Pain and Find Comfort
ER doctors share a simple system for comfort: antifungal powder, a polypropylene liner, and wool socks. Podiatrist Dr Edwin Blitch notes most heel pain comes from plantar fasciitis and can improve with stretches ice therapy physical therapy and appropriate footwear. high tops and good arch support help flat feet. massage beats ointments and costly foot baths.
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Paronychia and Prunes Advice Page
Readers ask about paronychia from fingernail trauma and overzealous grooming. Dr Donahue explains antibiotics treat the infection and offers tips to prevent recurrence. A separate query explains prunes later renamed dried plums and notes their fiber antioxidants and laxative effect.
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Regional blood drives in Iowa encourage summer donations
Iowa residents are urged to donate blood this summer with several Eastern Iowa drives listed. Walk ins are welcome at Berndes Center Monticello today and Krispy Kreme Cedar Rapids Saturday, with future times at the Grant Wood Area Chapter office Iowa City Zion Lutheran Wyoming Old Capitol Town Center and Grant Wood office through July. Call 1 800 GIVE LIFE to schedule.
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Rockwell Dr
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Iowa City
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