Long-term nicotine gum use and health concerns
Dear Dr Donohue notes long term nicotine gum use can aid quitting but is not harmless. It may cause artery constriction and should not exceed three months. Advice includes following manufacturer guidelines, tapering through weeks 1 to 12, and aiming to quit by week 138. Also covers arthrosis, osteoarthritis, bulging cervical disks, and physical therapy, plus Coumadin vitamin K interactions and Pradaxa option.
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Dear Annie: Abusive spouse and adult content on work phone
Reader asks how to help Miranda escape an abusive marriage and protect her 12 year old son while another asks about legality of a husband receiving porn on a company phone. Advice urges seeking help from the National Domestic Violence Hotline and open discussion with the husband about deleting such messages. A third letter defends shared bathroom privacy in a single-parent household.
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Keeping Kids Safe and Smart at Theme Parks
Dear Heloise offers practical tips for families visiting large parks. Safety first includes a preentry family photo, clear separation rules, and a plan to stay put if lost. Additional advice covers souvenir timing, reusing water cups, and choosing lunch hours to avoid crowds. A second note stresses shredding sensitive labels on prescription bags to prevent identity theft.
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Decatur
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