Gentamicin toxicity risks and balance loss discussed
A reader describes vertigo and balance loss after gentamicin for endocarditis. Dr. Donohue notes the drug can injure hearing and the inner ear balance system, discusses peak and trough monitoring, prognosis, and balance rehabilitation options.
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Donohue
M.B
In-Laws Visit Sparks Family Tensions Over Money
A couple worries in laws may stay over a long weekend to attend their son's birthday. they suspect being used as a hotel while privacy concerns and past tensions strain relations. They consider suggesting a nearby motel to test intentions and protect their son.
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Abby
Experimental cell transplants offer diabetes hope
A Canadian Edmonton team reports insulin producing islet transplants restoring insulin independence in 11 of 12 patients over 16 months. One recipient, Charlene Faltermeier, now needs no daily insulin and no longer fears fainting at work. Experts call the results a miracle though not a cure, noting long term risks and access limits due to organ shortages and need for immune suppression drugs.
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Washington Post
Charlene Faltermeier
Faltermeier
Edmonton
Alberta
Canada
University of Alberta
Clinton
Camillo Ricordi
Diabetes Research Institute
University of Miami
United States
Expired calendars repurposed as quick notes and calendars
Readers share simple home hacks for reuse and organization. A Vienna reader keeps desk calendar pages for back-to-notes, a Heloise hint uses spaghetti as fire starter or cake tester, and others describe purse security with shopping cart buckles and tomato juice microwaving.
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