Archive for Featured
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July – Some Highlights of the Past 150 Years
By Eloise Graham 1863 - The Battle of Gettysburg is fought in July 1863. * Boise, Idaho is founded (now capital of Idaho). 1873 - Prince Edward Island becomes the 7th Canadian province * Jesse James & James Younger gang's first train robbery (Adair Iowa). 1883 - Buffalo Bill Cody presents ...
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In and Out of the Quad-Cities: The Thrill of Vacation… The Agony of Packing
Contributed by Gail McPike and Toni Hall We have no supernatural powers. There’s no way we can see what you’re doing at this very moment. Santa claims to be able to keep an eye on you, and if Santa were around today, we’d ask him if you’re being naughty or nice. (After that unfortunate i...
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July Calendar of Events
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – Learn about signs and symptoms, stages, diagnosis, treatment and care of Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Get support from our 24/7 Helpline, www.alz.org 1-800-272-3900, or local address and phone: 2208 E. 52nd...
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Love…
By Eloise Graham PUBLISHER’S CORNER A couple of months ago, a friend asked me why I didn’t write an article about love after 50. I pondered that for some time. What is love after 50? Well, what is love before 50? More pondering… What is love? “Love” is a word we probably use ever...
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When Should I Get a Hearing Test?
By Tiffany Meier, Au.D., CCC-A Audiology Consultants, P.C. This is a very good question. It may seem as though this question has a very obvious answer, with the answer being that you should have a hearing test if you are having trouble hearing, and yes, this answer is correct. However, there are...
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June Calendar of Events
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – Learn about signs and symptoms, stages, diagnosis, treatment and care of Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Get support from our 24/7 Helpline, www.alz.org 1-800-272-3900, or local address and phone: 2208 E. 52nd ...
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Celebrate Mom in May
By Mike Mickle PUBLISHER’S CORNER - Celebrate Mom in May May is one of my favorite months. I'm awaiting the May flowers that are supposed to arrive courtesy of all the April showers. I’m also happy to honor two very special women. My mom turns 82 this month. As I write this, ...
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Allergies
By Julie Suchanek, MBA, MT (ASCP) Metropolitan Medical Laboratory What is an allergy? An allergy is a heightened reaction (or “sensitivity”) to a substance or substances (allergens) that are normally harmless. Allergens in the air (such as pollen, mold, dust mites and pet dander) are kn...
