Bariatric surgery benefits for diabetes and weight loss
Readers learn that bariatric surgery can reverse or cure Type 2 diabetes and improve blood glucose control. Studies cited include Stampede trial follow-ups from Cleveland Clinic, Crossroads showing 60 percent remission after bypass versus 6 percent with meds, and JAMA findings of reduced joint pain and increased mobility. Remaining data note mortality risk reduction over five years and metabolic syndrome reductions in certain cases. A health-focused tip stresses weekly weighing and stopping when full for best results, with encouragement for commitment to healthier habits. Water contamination discussion explains hard water definitions, effects on appliances and infant skin, and notes chlorine and chloramines health considerations, plus tips on testing and filtration options.
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Summer safety tips for kids and stranger danger warnings
A reader advisory promotes talking to children about stranger danger with practical tips from the National Crime Prevention Council. It urges greetings can be polite yet wary, identify trusted helpers, and use a simple memory cue No Go Yell hi. Parents are urged to guide kids to safe places and trust their gut feelings if something feels wrong. A side note shares a reader memory about spring cleaning revealing a repair need and preserving home windows.
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Dear Annie ends era of guidance and welcomes new columnist
A farewell note from longtime advisers ends their tenure after fourteen years and introduces Annie Lane as the new Dear Annie columnist. The piece honors Ann Landers as mentor, thanks readers for submissions, and shares a patriotic contest winner. It advocates freedom, resilience, and continued public discussion.
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Senior Center pinochle and bridge results in Finney County
At the Senior Center of Finney County 9071 10th St Tuesday events included four tables of senior center pitch won by Gladys Boy with Jerry Wallace and Jeannie Spor tied for second. Carol Bradford won high in three tables of dowbie pinechle Monday with Bob Ellis second and Neva Mariel third. Ruth Romestang high in two-table pinochle on June 22, Bob Baker second, John Bunnell third. For playing, call the senior center at (630) SED.
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