Advice on quitting smoking without nagging backlash
A reader letter to Ann Landers argues the futility of nagging to quit smoking, noting personal age and experience. The response advises offering help only when sought, avoiding pressure, and suggests backing off while providing access to support. Also includes a light GEM OF THE DAY about leftovers.
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Ann Landers
Chicago Tribune Reader
Wheaton, Ill
Rheumatic fever and endometriosis answers from Dr Donohue
Readers ask about rheumatic fever outbreaks and the rarity of cases after antibiotics. The doctor explains how strep triggers autoimmune damage, penicillin prevents progression, and outcomes vary. He also explains chocolate cysts as endometriomas, their formation, removal by laparoscopy, and drug options. An elderly reader is advised to try an adult trike for biking stability.
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Familiar Phrase Puzzle From Letter Arrangement
Puzzle asks to identify a known saying or name hidden in a rearranged letter sequence. The reader must spot the familiar phrase by rearranging or recognizing an anagram style clue. No additional context or sources provided.
Across and Down Clues From a Fragmented Puzzle Grid
A garbled crossword item offers scattered clues and partial entries such as six across stylish and four down terms, with several misprints like Ist and Atab robes. The text also lists names and generic terms alongside partial place names and chemistry hints, presenting a jumbled mixed clues page.
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