Discharge planning basics and senior center activities
Overview of hospital discharge planning emphasizing safe transitions and care needs followed by a dense week of senior center events. Activities include TOPS club, art classes, Stepping On, Skip-Bo, strength training, yoga, line dancing, crafts, bridge, pool, and meals with a schedule through August 19. Includes a website for more details.
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Not Jealous Just Hurt and Second Thoughts in Annie’s Mailbox
A reader shares a custody split from 1972 with an alcoholic ex and later adoption disputes. The columnist advises discussing the man’s contact with the son, honoring the son’s decision, and avoiding promises without his consent.
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Annie
Hemorrhoid treatments depend on classification and options
Dear Dr. Roach explains internal and external hemorrhoids, grading 1 through 4, and outlines conservative care such as high fiber diets and topical remedies. It covers office-based options like sclerotherapy, banding, laser, and cryotherapy, plus surgical choices for higher grades. The note also mentions newer artery ligation and the patient’s medical history and follow-up cystoscopy context.
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Roach
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American Urologic Association
Potluck tips from DEAR HELOISE readers
A collection of practical hints for potluck hosts and guests. Tips include doing prep at home, using coolers for cold dishes, labeling serving dishes, arranging oven access, rinsing canned asparagus to reduce sodium, slicing watermelon with an ice cream scoop, using a pizza cutter for cutting soft items, using round burger buns for tomato sandwiches, and puncturing yogurt seals to avoid spills.
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One Million Gallons Of Toxic Waste Spill On Old Mine
An accidental release of about one million gallons of toxic waste from an abandoned mine polluted the Animas River turning the water a bright yellow. Local authorities investigate containment measures as residents report environmental concerns and potential health risks.
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Animas
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