Antibiotics Treat Diverticulitis and Its Outlook
A reader explains diverticulosis, small intestinal pouches that are usually harmless but can become inflamed as diverticulitis. Antibiotics commonly treat the infection, yet recurrence and bleeding can occur, sometimes requiring surgery. Preventive advice includes bowel habits, stool softness, and fiber-rich foods to ease passage.
Going Blind in Seniors A Guide for Families and Homes
Visually impaired seniors need diagnosis and targeted care. Ask the nursing home supervisor to arrange an eye exam on site if possible and follow optometrist recommendations. Modern low vision care can train use of side vision for reading and daily tasks, aiding independence.
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Alfred Rosenbloom
D.D
American Optometric Association
Janis Lightman
University of California At Davis
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Health class drops breathing exercise in Michigan model
In Lansing, a deep breathing exercise used in a state health education model is dropped after parental concerns that it promotes mysticism and undermines Christianity. The program will substitute other stress techniques while still allowing limited deep breaths.
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Lansing
Mich
Don Ben Sweeney
Michigan
Sweeney
Irresponsible witnesses and public apathy in crime
Dear Abby outlines the Kitty Genovese case and diffusion of responsibility, urging witnesses to call police. A reader asks about inviting etiquette for bridal showers, and another seeks low-cost dental care options. Abby advises on dental clinics and referrals to dental colleges, stressing health.
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Tim
Kitty Genovese
New York
Kitty
Schools of Dentistry
Retirees Race On Mini Course At Malibu Grand Prix
In Columbus Ohio a group of 20 to 30 senior drivers ages 65 plus from northside centers compete on a tight 2 lap 6/10 mile track with 23 curves at Malibu Grand Prix. George Hoessly says cars resemble scaled 440 Formula One with 28 horsepower engines and notes a track record of 48.14 seconds. Jack Crosby 65, retired after 36 years with Conrail, posts a best of 49.08 seconds in five races with best three averaged. Judith Backstrom, city recreation coordinator, promotes national senior minicourse racing and says Columbus helped organize the program since 1985 with 15 centers involved.
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Columbus
Jack Crosby
Conrail
Judith Backstrom
City Recreation and Parks Department
Mae
Receo
Mom not in charge of married teen and smoking plea
Pamela from El Paso asks how to handle her mother interfering in married life with Eddie, age 19. Dr Wallace advises thanking mom but setting boundaries and jointly deciding against changing stores. Brandi from Goshen shares her mother's lung cancer death due to smoking and urges teens not to start or to convince parents to quit.
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DR. Wallace
Eddie
Pamela
el Paso
Texas
Brandi
Goshen
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Chefs Cook for Meals On Wheels Miami Benefit
Twenty five top chefs will prepare dishes for a fundraiser in Aventura to support Meals On Wheels Miami. The event on October 12 at Turnberry Isle Resort aims to fund weekend and holiday meals for homebound elderly, expanding weekday delivery. Notable chefs include Robert Del Grande Emeril Lagasse Jack McDavid and Ale Cuneo.
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Robert del Grande
Cafe Annie Houston
Emeril Lagasse
Emeril’s
New Orleans
Jack McDavid
Jack's Firehouse
Philadelphia
AMS Aventura
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