Etidronate Not a Cure for Arthritis Yet
Etidronate known as Didronel treats Paget's disease and may slow bone loss in osteoporosis but has not proven effective for arthritis. Doctors may withhold it for joints due to limited evidence and potential liability. Approved anti inflammatories like Clinoril Naprosyn Indocin Motrin Feldene Orudis Tolectin and Voltaren remain preferred.
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Getting a Job After 50 offers blunt advice for retirees
John Morgan argues retirees should push for standard pay for the position, not accept lower rates due to pension talk. He advises avoiding revealing finances, selling talent over needs, and negotiating hourly rates to protect full value. Share golden years work stories with The Senior Forum.
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Liberty Hall Press
Morgan
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Readers defend generation in Dear Abby exchange
A school letter response defends teens amid a serviceman’s gulf war critique of student spelling. A Pennsylvania parent describes learning disabilities affecting writing and a California teacher details classroom challenges with 45 students and scant supplies.
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Persian Gulf
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Sex and teen relationships drive hurt and breakups
Dr. Wallace advises that teens often mistake lust for love and that sexual activity can undermine stable relationships. The letters from Laur i and Carolyn describe pressure to have sex, loss of self worth, and eventual breakups. Strong entities include Dr Wallace, Laur i, Allen, Carolyn, and locations Elkhart and Yuba City.
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Lauri
Elkhart
Ind
Karen
Allen
Carolyn
Yuba City
Alt
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