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Monthly Archives: May 2010
Revealing Calories is TMI at a Ball Game
The other day, my husband Jeff and I had the good fortune to attend a Yankees game at the year-old stadium. Among the pleasures of being at a ballgame is a day to suspend my usual nutrition rules and to … Continue reading
Getting Rid of Warts and All
We think of warts as something on our hands and feet, or something on the nose of a witch. But in reality, warts can turn up anywhere on anyone, even young kids like my daughter Samantha, who developed a wart … Continue reading
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Tagged HPV, human papilloma virus, pimple, warts
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When Thyroid Disease Hit Home
Yesterday was World Thyroid Day, a day devoted to promoting more awareness of thyroid health. Until five years ago, I knew very little about this amazing butterfly-shaped gland that’s nestled at the base of our neck. But then I wrote … Continue reading
How My Husband Finally Got Healthy
A few years ago, my husband Jeff came home with a new pair of pants. “They’re a little snug,” he said, as he tried to tuck his thumb into the waistline. “I think I have to take them back for … Continue reading
A Mother’s Touch
One of my fondest images from childhood involves my mother sitting on the edge of my bed and reaching out to touch my hand just before I went to sleep. What we talked about those nights I no longer recall. … Continue reading
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Have you heard?
For years, I have watched as my mother’s hearing has deteriorated. She gave answers that made no sense. She strained to hear store clerks and waitresses. She remained quiet during family conversations. To the outside world, she appeared addled and … Continue reading
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A Mysterious Bubble
Having children provides a steady supply of small medical mysteries. Some are easily solved. Others linger for days, weeks, even years. A few weeks ago, my daughter Annie presented me with what I consider a mini-medical mystery. That morning, she … Continue reading
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Sleepless in Albany, NY
Making my acquaintance with the sandman was a challenge last night, and so my second entry must focus on my favorite patient: me. Most nights, I climb into bed and fall asleep within 10 to 15 minutes, but last night … Continue reading
I’m Entering the Blogosphere
Okay, I’m not a doctor, and I don’t play one on TV. But as a mom, I play one nearly every day in my home. For starters, I am the keeper of my children’s health records, the one who decides … Continue reading
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Hello world!
At long last, I am joining the world of bloggers. It’s a new adventure in my longstanding writing career. Where it will lead me, one never knows. But that, alas, is life. Let the blogging begin.
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