Study questions tonsillectomy overuse in children
Larry Frederick reports a University of Pittsburgh study tracking 65 children with frequent sore throats over a year. Only 17 percent had infections as severe as parents described. most were mild or moderate. Fewer than a quarter truly needed removal, suggesting many operations may be unnecessary.
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Mental health Bellringer fund drive planned in May
May is Mental Health Month. Bellringer workers for the Mental Health Association in Illinois will canvass homes in Southern Illinois to raise funds for association activities. Dowell volunteers will gather May 28 and 29 led by chair Mary K. Crews. other area chairs include Gloria Blacklock Vergennes Ver netta Van Pelt Gorham Mrs Ronald Heiman Ava Margaret Breeden De Soto Rev Robert McCormick Grand Tower and Markie Mondoni Lesser.
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Man-made miracle fabric turns up in washing machine
In a humorous reflection, Erma Bombeck jokes about miracle fabric that supposedly never needs ironing yet wrinkles and fades. She laments domestic chores and aging while describing hysterical trials with permanent press clothing and laundry instructions.
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Erma Bombeck
Preventing Tooth Decay Five Steps Touted by Dentist
Dr. Robert A. Baghramian of Ann Arbor Michigan presented a five step plan to reduce tooth decay at a conference. The methods include cleaning teeth sealing chewing surfaces with plastic sealant applying fluoride gel supervising first and sixth graders in good hygiene and filling all decayed teeth.
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International Association For Dental Research
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