Mountain air and angina limits travel at altitude
Dear Dr Gott explains that angina is a heart muscle condition worsened by lower oxygen at altitude. A compromise is possible with travel to 1,000 to 5,000 feet, adjusting activity and meds under a doctor's guidance. The reply also counsels gradual, safer limits rather than full vacation mountains.
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Medigap Primer: Choosing the right policy type A to I
A reader asks for guidance on Medigap and how federal standardization affects choosing policies. The article explains policy types A through I, with A offering basics and B adding hospital deductible. Premiums rise with more benefits, but exact rates vary by state. Three agents should be consulted for a chart of the 10 varieties.
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Dear Abby readers weigh family ties and new partners
A reader asks whether to invite Clarisse and her boyfriend Tim to a family birthday party, despite parental objections. Abby urges honoring the couple’s new life, cautions parents cannot dictate guest lists, and advises handling the situation with sensitivity.
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Inter-faith Memorial Service for Deceased Children Dec 19
The 11th annual Inter-faith Memorial Service for Deceased Children and Young People is set for Thursday Dec 19 at 7 p.m. at Brook Hill United Methodist Church Yellow Springs. Families may receive a metal angel keepsake engraved with the child’s name birth and death date and may place a memorial ball ornament on a living memorial tree. Contact Jim Witmer by Dec 5 at 301-620-0864 or via email.
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Advice Panel Weighs Teen Dating and Pregnancy Issues
A reader questions engagement to a 22 year old man who fathered a child with another woman and considers canceling the wedding. Dr Wallace cautions about obligation to the baby, while Connie urges teen dating maturity and parental rules. Other letters address birth control facts, HIV risk, and skipping a grade in school.
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Group exhibit at Shepherdstown gallery marks fifth year
AIA Antiques to Art gallery in Shepherdstown West Virginia concludes its fifth year with a five artist group exhibit titled Fively 5 for 8. Connie Dodd Larry Drechsler Michael Hauver James Kline and Don Rees each contribute five paintings in the show running November 29 through December 22. A public reception for the artists occurs Saturday December 1 from 6 to 9 p.m. Gallery hours are Thursday through Sunday 11 am to 4 pm. Call 304-876-0604 for more information.
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Larry Drechsler
Michael Hauver
James Kline
Don Rees
Shepherdstown
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