Routine gynecologist testing questions and insurance
A reader asks if routine checks are being short changed as new gynecologists order Pap tests and mammograms but skip blood and urine work. Dr Gott notes insurance shifts limit routine testing unless specific risks exist and advises discussing tailored tests with the physician. A second reader concerns estrogen patches after hysterectomy requiring Pap smears, with Gott recommending asking for a case exception from the insurer.
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DR. Gott
Healder
DA Gott
Copany
Dr Gait
Madison Ave
New York
Quick fix for a senior mother’s finances feel-bad relief
Dear DM, a frail elder’s money can spark family conflict. A tale of a distant sibling mismanaging funds led to a trust, a repayment plan, and a power of attorney after a lawyer’s help. Visit 2-3 lawyers for quick, binding steps and clear costs to protect her affairs and ease your burden.
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Lily
D.M
Clo Tribune Media Services
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Michigan Avenue
Suite 1509
Chicago
Engagement Announcements From Hagerstown Area Couples
Kimberly Ann Fogle daughter of Yerry Cromwell and Donna Fogle of Hagerstown with Edward Brown of Lovettsville Va announced. Brown a 1997 graduate works at S Scientific in Frederick. Kellie Phillips and Nathan May announce engagement. Phillips a 1998 Walkersville HS and 2000 Frederick CC graduate works as OA clerk at Fort Detrick. May is a 2000 Calvert High School graduate and a materals hamster for Fort Detrick. May 4 wedding planned.
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Yerry
Robbie Cromwell
David
Donna Fogle
Hagerstown
Kimberly Ann Fogie
Edward Brown
Thea Brown
Lovettsville
Canis) Brown
Miss Fogle
South Hagerstown
S Scientifics
Frederick
Kellie Nicole Phillips
Calvert Phillips
Union Bridge
Ronnie Phillips
Nathan William Ma Larry
Shiela May
Thurmont
Ms. Phillips
Walkersville
Frederick Community College
US. Army Garrison
Fort Detrick
May
Caloctin High School
U.S. Army
Directorate of Installation Services
Compulsive eating and loss reshape a life and marriage
Dwight from Wyoming writes of his 20 year marriage to Reba who died at 49 from a fatal arrhythmia linked to lifelong compulsive eating. He recalls failed diets, Al-Anon lessons, and the need to detach while loving, plus the emotional toll on two sons and a bewilded husband still wrestling with loss. He urges ongoing empathy and support.
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Abby
Cindy
Arizona
Rebecca
New Orleans
Reba
Al-Anon
Learr
Dwight
Wyoming
Patrine Phillips
Jeanne Phillips
Abigail van Buren
Los Angeles
Mom worries teen spends too much time alone
Reader Sarah from Orlando asks if it is OK to be alone and notes she is active in school, church, volunteering, and friends. Dr Wallace says time alone is normal for teens, and suggests explaining privacy to mom to ease her concern.
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DR. Wallace
Sarah
University of Nebraska Stud
Anne Wittace
Lars
Baltimore
Do Triune Media Services
Michigan Ave
Suite 1500
Chicago
Sun protection and oily skin cautions from dermatology expert
Dr Arielle Kaugar of New York University School of Medicine cautions readers to wear sunscreen with SPF at least 15 each day. She notes oily skin does not protect against windburn or irritation and advises choosing oil-free, noncomedogenic potions.
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Arielle Kaugar
Cercone
New York
Ro New York University School of Medicine
Droneburgs Celebrate 50 Years of Marriage in Frederick
Mr and Mrs Donald L Droneburg of Frederick marked their fiftieth wedding anniversary with a January 25 luncheon hosted by their children. Dr Lee Droneburg and Alice Marie Heffner of Jefferson wed at Calvary United Methodist Church. The couple owned a fruit stand on US 15 North and the Fruit Factory in Yeagaville before retiring. They have four daughters Joyce Morgan Danna Rice Dottie Catsail and June Bartgis, eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
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Donald L. Droneburg
Frederick
Lee Droneburg
Alice Marie Heffner
Jefferson
Calvary United Methodist Church
Frederikary
U.S. 15 North
Yeagaville
Baie
Joyce Morgan
Danna Rice
Dottie Catsail
June Bartgis
Anniversary couples and engagements span local communities
Dennis and Kim Smith celebrate 25 years at Braddock Inn with family. married October 4, 1978 at St. Pauls Lutheran Myersville officiated by Rev. William Brown. Veronica Joy Brooks engages Craig Yondore. Preston Foster plans April 20 wedding. Tamara Zvolenski and John Bird announce engagement with April 6 wedding planned. Johann Renew Beall engaged to Richard Wayne Beall. Pamela Lynn Geasey and Phil Miller announce engagement. local residents hold jobs at NIST Germantown, Frederick Memorial Hospital, and law firms. many are alumni of Damascus, Linganore, and South Carroll high schools.
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Raymond K Brooks
Sera Iva
Veronica Joy
Craig Yond Ore
Paula Schmidt
Bethesda
Preston Foster
Harpers Fe Ae
Brooks
Damascus
National Institute of Stands and Technology
NIST
Gaithershurz
Foster
Frederick Memorial Hospital
Tamara Zvolenski
Ron
Linda Zvolenski
Braddock Heights
John Bird
John
Alice Bird
Chevy Chase
Middletown High School
Towson University
Builders Design and Leasing
Gaithersburg
Gonzaga High School
University of Maryland At College Park
University of Maryland School of Law
Sughie & Mion, Hl.l.c
Washington
John Bloodgood
Mount Ay
Johann Renew
Richard Wayne Beall
Frederick
South Carroll High School
Winfield
Mont- Hopman County Lotrer
Rockville
Linganore
Ife
Montgomery County
Allege
Pamela Lynn
L. Thomas and
Shirley
Geasey
Thurmont
Phil Baan Miller
Virginia Doornberger
Hagerstown
Frederick Couny Public Schools
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