Thyroid myths and child health in Dr Gott's column
In response to a teen obesity claim, Dr Gott says obesity stems from excess calories and poor diet, not thyroid disease or iodine allergy. He advises a low fat, low carb plan rich in vegetables and grains, and notes modern thyroids like thyroxine are effective if needed. He rejects iodine allergy as common and stresses medical care for obesity risks. He then addresses a grandson with urinary incontinence, urging pediatric evaluation, diagnosis, and possible fee relief, stressing that lack of money should not block care.
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Gott
Holiday kindness ideas from retirees brighten homes
Dear Brenda shares simple holiday deeds from residents at a senior living facility and a nursing home, including cookie gifts, neighbor outreach, shuttle bus use, door to door visits called The Eggnog Butt and The Eggnog Stun, and inviting a resident to Christmas dinner. Families and staff can join to spread cheer and strengthen community ties.
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Brenda
Patriot tribute wristbands aid Sept 11 victims
A charity effort by Weistland Aid offers Sterling silver wristbands engraved with victims of terrorist attacks. Priced at $18, proceeds support nine charities. Public figures and celebrities endorse the campaign and distribute designs monthly.
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Sept Ferrers
Vietims
Thei
Heco
Weistlaund Aid
Alarm pitch inaudible for elderly man
Dear Abby letters discuss hearing impaired seniors and smoke alarm pitch. Reader urges alarms with adjustable tones for all, noting an elderly friend cannot hear high pitched alerts. Abby suggests market need and producer interest for inclusive devices.
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Abby
National Fire Protection Association
John M. Buckman
Iff
Backman
Newport VT
The Graying of America on Divorce Older Adults
Divorces peak between ages 30 and 45 with higher rates before 20. though less common in late adulthood, 65 plus divorce remains substantial. Over half a million seniors are divorced, many face poverty and limited alimony. older women show health gains but long term social and financial strains persist. Psychological counseling is advised for divorcing seniors to ease crises and mitigate health impacts.
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Neary Aredourth
Donald J. Kauster
University of Missouri-Columbia
Survivor recounts pain of moving and leaving a school
A reader shares the hardship of moving during high school, leaving a beloved school and friends, building emotional walls, missing a senior homecoming, and the impact on graduation. Dr Wallace notes the pain affects families and suggests strategies to support graduates with their real class. A second letter discusses a long distance breakup and advises commitment before ending the relationship.
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DR. Wallace
Kristin
Irvine
Calif
Celeste
Moiineil
Kevin
Kate
Willman Minn
Book and comic strip volumes reviewed in mixed fashion
Susan Griffin surveys celebrated courtesans from ancient Greece to the 20th century in The Book of the Courtesans. Charlie Brown returns in I m a Big Work Charlie Brown from Ballantine. John Meier updates Companions and Competitors in Marginal Jew Volume I. Cosmetic Surgery guide from Alpha Books offers questions, costs and prep steps for procedures.
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Broadway Books
Susan Griffin
Greece
Ms. Grifin
Charlie Brown
Ballantine Publishing Group
Charles Schule
United Mratures Syndicate
Jesus
John Meier
John the Baptist
Doubleday
Israel
University of Notre Dame
Catholic Biblical Association
Catholic Biblical Quarterly
Alpha Books
George Semel
M.D
Jeff St. Jobin
Inexpensive Gift Ideas For Christmas List
A guide listing cheap yet thoughtful gift ideas for a wide range of recipients. Suggestions include small plants, kitchen towels, soap, bath items, storage containers, decorative accents, and budget friendly personal care items. Also covers teen and child gifts, plus practical items like socks, slippers, and photo albums.
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Inchule
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Peter Gott
DR. Gott
Dwain Reader
Kent
Collins
Todd Hearner
Bruckenverd
George W. Bush
Todd Beamer
Dear Abby
Abigail van Buren
Jove
Srime
Ann Riddell
Portland
Ore
Ann
Dad
Pauline Phillips
Jeanne Phillips
By Donald H. Kausler
Scripps
Howard News Service
Robert Wallace, Ed
Kook
Scripps Howard News
Servicr
Martha Aleit
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