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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 2000
Page
20
Key steps to prevent constipation include drinking 64 ounces of water daily, increasing fiber from beans and whole grains, and daily exercise. Psyllium or methylcellulose bulking agents help, with plenty of water. Avoid excess calcium and consult a physician if symptoms persist beyond seven days or worsen.
A June report found the anti-seizure drug Neuron tin reduced hot flashes in six patients while doctors warn that many herbal products lack study. Mayo Clinic nurse Susan Quella notes widespread ads for natural remedies and soy-based pills showed no significant benefit versus placebo in a recent trial. She stresses rigorous research to prove any claimed effects.
The Washington Post reports studies showing soy isoflavones and black cohosh may help some women by reducing hot flashes and supporting vaginal moisture. Isoflavones act like estrogen but are usually weaker than prescription therapy. Risks include possible medication interactions with thyroid impairment and potential harm for women with a history of breast cancer.
St Luke's Hospital and Visiting Nurse Association will offer pneumonia and flu vaccines to Linn County residents from Nov 1 to Dec 8. High risk individuals get priority. seniors 65 plus can receive free vaccines with Medicare Part B. Schedules list many location dates in Linn and Johnson counties with varying costs for non Medicare recipients.
A series of health programs including Quit Smoking at Mercy Medical Center starting Thursday and continuing in November with registration lines. Prescription drug awareness events involve the Heritage Area Agency on Aging and Healthy Linn Care Network offering free med usage consultations across Iowa, Linn, and Jones counties. Additional activities cover healthy eating demos at Hy Vee, stress and eating balance sessions at St. Luke's, a Stroke Club meeting, a two part grief workshop for parents, cholesterol screenings at WalMart in Washington, and a grief conference at St. Paul's United Methodist Church with speaker Darcie Sims.
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