Massage and heat advised for muscle spasms and relief
Health column advises muscle spasm relief with massage, heat, and relaxants like Robaxin or Parafon Forte. Encourages physical therapy and heat therapy. notes proper medical guidance for neck pain and seizing conditions. Includes reader questions on bruxism, toe walking, and pediatric orthopedic advice.
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Protecting Your Pension When a Company Is Bought Out
A 52 year old worker warns that new owners may alter or terminate the current pension plan. Options include switching to a new plan, reduced benefits, delayed retirement, or a profit sharing scheme. Advise self-saving strategies as retirees face inflation, Social Security changes, and evolving employment ethics.
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Dear Abby and Mary: guidance on widows and affection
A reader discusses respectful address for widows preferring personal choice and the social cue of courtesies. Acknowledges Abby’s guidance, notes examples from Vanderbilt and Emily Post, and suggests kindness through volunteering to receive affection and support.
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Sweet 16 birthday party rules and tips from readers
A reader exchange offers guidance on hosting a safe birthday party for about two dozen teens. Advice covers timing from 7 45 p m to 10 45 p m dress code expectations and prohibition of alcohol or drugs with parental chaperones ensuring early greeting and structured activities to avoid boredom.
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Holiday gift packing tips from the Postal Service
Postal workers prepare for the Christmas shipping surge advising proper container choice cushioning sealing and accurate addressing. Use sturdy fiberboard boxes avoid wrapping and seal with pressure sensitive tape. Clearly mark fragile perishable or do not bend items with indelible ink and ensure ZIP code on the label.
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