Trichomonas infection questions from a patient
Reader asks if a trichomonal vaginitis can recur from persistence or only via new contact. The doctor explains Trichomonas is sexually transmitted, can be asymptomatic in men, and recurrence often results from reinfection unless both partners are treated. Condoms help prevent spread. verify partner treatment.
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Inflation shield or new investments for a West Virginia widow
A 52 year old widow in West Virginia reports $988 monthly income from pensions, insurance, and small investments after losing her husband in 1989. She asks if a trust is best or if CD rates could lift her returns, and weighs tearing down a vacant rear house to cut costs versus renting. The Senior Forum advises delaying, exploring Social Security eligibility at 60, shopping for higher rates, and considering home removal while garden options are explored.
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Occupational therapy growth and profiles at Frederick Memorial
Occupational therapy services expand for homebound patients and a new task evaluation group at Frederick Memorial Hospital hones in on attention, concentration, and fine motor skills on the Psychiatric Unit. Therapists require degrees, internships, and a national exam with Maryland continuing education to renew licenses every two years. A staff member notes plans to broaden services and cites a projected 52 percent rise in licensed therapists by 2000. Mr Dorsey quips about his uncertain prognosis and tombstone joke.
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Local woman faces heart surgery succeeds and adapts
Mrs. Smith underwent bypass surgery after a chest opening and recovery. She reports improved energy and health despite ongoing high blood pressure and smoking. she plans to quit smoking and increase exercise as she watches her family and works nights.
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Mother's Day Pain for Childless Women Calls for Recognition
A reader questions Mother's Day customs that spotlight mothers while neglecting childless women who contribute greatly as teachers, nurses, friends, or sisters. Dear Abby acknowledges these women deserve recognition, suggesting an orchid for the hurting.
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Houwray
Hurting
Grandparent wisdom and pet care debated in letters
A reader from Halifax questions living with aging grandparents amid family tension while Granny defends elder care, and Lois argues US teen pregnancy rates reflect weak parental guidance. Melissa from Newport Beach seeks pet advice, sharing her three cats and one dog and noting dogs require more care.
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Newport Beach
Calif
Wallace House
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