Brother Shadowed by Popular Kin Stems Self Esteem Woes
Dear Abby counsels the older brother to build an independent identity, seek therapy, and engage in separate activities rather than move away. The column also answers a teen’s worry about first kisses, advising confidence, privacy, and a playful response to curious peers.
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Chaz
Community Calendar updates and flood notices
Calendar items include help with FEMA applications, book sales, stories and lectures across North Liberty Coralville Dyersville Iowa City and Cedar Rapids area. Events note possible cancellations due to floods with phone numbers and web site updates.
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Gazcomm. Com
the Gazette
Third Ave. SE
Cedar Rapids
Johnson County Department of Human Services
Fifth St
Suite 290
Coralville
Johnson County Fairgrounds
Northwest Junior High
Beckman High School
Dyersville
Raimes
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Ways to Lower Blood Pressure Without Medicine
Reader asks how to reduce high blood pressure without drugs. Dr. Donohue notes weight loss, DASH diet, salt and potassium balance, daily exercise, and moderated alcohol help. provides guidance and a contact address for further advice.
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Donahue
M.C
Elderly Father-in-law Steals from Closets at Home
Dear readers report a 90s father-in-law living with couple who finds him rummaging through drawers while they are away. Advice suggests medical input, locking private spaces, possibly a part time caregiver, and reassessing his safety at home.
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Ear Amy
Pharmacy mixup and dosage reminder from Heloise notes
A reader recounts a pharmacy error where the label implied two tablets equal one prescribed dose, but the patient misread it and took one. Advice credits careful label reading and supportive staff. includes tips on dosage checks and safe storage of important numbers and licenses.
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Earneloise
Jane M. Gregory
Pittsboro
Jane
Heloise
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