Strep May Cause Kidney Disease and Clots in Lungs
Reader letters discuss post streptococcal glomerulonephritis from Group A strep and kidney failure without symptoms. They note rare but serious kidney impact, limited cure, and possible dialysis or transplant. Separately, pulmonary emboli risk is outlined with anticoagulation and long term monitoring.
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DR. Gott
Fragile bone disease risk menaces midlife women
Osteoporosis, called fragile bone disease, affects 25 million Americans, most of them women. A national OWL survey shows many at risk are unaware while experts urge calcium vitamin D exercise and reduced salt to strengthen bones and prevent fractures.
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Siblings resent being drafted to baby-sit
A reader complaint column recounts how older children are asked to babysit, mow, and run errands while parents pursue own plans, prompting resentment. Several letters argue for fair pay, parental control, and recognition of the burdens on firstborn siblings across varied family stories.
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Abby
California
Sam
Reckless drivers come in all sizes and shapes
Dr Wallace responds to letters about drivers and age gaps. Karen argues gender does not determine accident rates, while Rick advises a 20 year old to avoid a relationship with a 14 year old. Lorrie asks about dating a 29 year old, and the counselor says age difference matters little when both are adults.
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Karen
Brookhaven
Miss
Rick
Lorrie
Galesburg, NI
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