[TMIC] leg bag problem now solved
I used to have a frequent problem with the leg bag filling and then leaking, usually soaking the sock and shoe before I realized it. I posed the problem to a mechanical engineer who is a close friend. He solved it with a buzzer activated by tension on a strap around the bag; the small device is attached to the bag with Velcro and projects less than 3/8ths of an inch. Problem completely solved! Now he asks two questions: Is there a market for this device? What is it worth to a buyer? Alton, who believes this falls within the guidelines for postings
Re: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine
Frankhad to tell you thisBill and I were discussing the viruses in a flu vaccine this morning and I repeated the half dead virus to him and he said, I meant to say weakened virus. SoI guess I stand corrected. :-) Love, Lynn In a message dated 9/3/2009 1:23:07 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, fr...@franksheldon.com writes: is there a half dead virus in the swine flu vaccine..? Lynn, I've never thought of IT that way...a half dead virus. Something like a Zombi movie, night of the LIVING DEAD. What does a Half dead virus look like ? Is it like being Partially Pregnant?? I think it's against the law to have vaccines made from a Half dead virus. I wouldn't worry. Try hard not to have bad dreams tonight. I will pray for you, as I always do. pH
[TMIC] SWINE FLU VACCINE.....written by a doctor
Protect yourself from the swine flu shot Dear Friend, I told you recently that the government is considering making the swine flu vaccine mandatory-never mind the fact that the vaccine itself has been rushed through the testing and approval process. If that happens, good luck refusing the shot. Under the Emergency Medical Powers Act, the government would have the right to quarantine you indefinitely and consider you a felon. If worst comes to worst, and this experimental flu shot is forced on a population of guinea pigs, you don't have to just roll up your sleeves and hope for the best. There are a few steps you can take to minimize the damage. A recent interview with Dr. Russell L. Blaylock over at the Nutrimedical Report contains some tips that could come in handy if you're ever forced to get this -- or any other -- vaccination. Since the vaccine can send your immune system into overdrive and cause your inflammatory response to go haywire, your goal should be to head off your body's immune reaction. Before you get the injection, be sure to load up on flavonoids. They're particularly powerful at suppressing a long-term immune reaction. You can get these from green tea and ginkgo, but if you really want a boost, take a supplement that contains curcumin, quercetin, ferulic acid and ellagic acid. If you're not already taking fish oil, now's the time to start. Taking it an hour or so before your injection can limit the amount of brain inflammation. Vitamins C, E, and D are also powerful anti-inflammatories. Immediately after your forced injection, put an icepack wherever they stuck you. This blocks your immune reaction. Take one with you to the needle-happy doctor's office so you have it ready. But what if you're not forced to get the vaccine? I don't think the swine flu will ever become as widespread as the media and Big Pharma would have you believe, but it doesn't hurt to take steps to safeguard your immune system just in case. Keep reading to find out how... Build immunity to fight disease Let's say you're wily enough to dodge that needle -- now what? First, don't panic. You've made the right choice. You don't need a rushed and poorly tested vaccine to stay healthy. You just need a body with a good immune system -- and that's something you can take care of yourself without the help of Uncle Sam. Viruses love your digestive system. It's got everything they need to take hold, multiply and begin to make you sick. But if you take some probiotics, which contain beneficial live bacteria, suddenly your stomach and gut aren't so friendly to the viruses anymore. Then, strengthen your immune system with some of the best vitamins, nutrients and supplements. You want to load up on a quality vitamin C supplement, as well as vitamin A, vitamin D, the amino acid NAC and echinacea. Adaptogens such as eleutherococcus, schisandra and codonopsis all have been shown to have a great effect on your immune system as well. Just don't wait for illness to strike to see the light -- start working these into your routine before you get sick. Get enough sleep and spend some time outdoors and you'll also help keep your body functioning the way it should. If it sounds easy, that's because it is. Don't fall for the Chicken Little act all the experts pull on TV. These are the same clowns who tried to get us to panic over bird flu, SARS, mad cow and monkey pox -- and I'm sure they'll be pointing fingers at some other poor animal next. And when they do, you'll be prepared. Tuning out the whine over swine, William Campbell Douglass II, MD
[TMIC] TAMIFLU....and....ANTIOXIDANTS
Tamiflu linked to bizarre reactions Dear Friend, It's yet another case of the cure being worse than the disease. In the UK, more than half of the kids who have taken Tamiflu -- the antibiotic weapon of choice to combat the H1N1 virus -- have experienced side effects. Although most of these side effects have been minor (such as stomach cramps and nausea), as many as one in five of these kid have had disturbing, neuropsychiatric reactions to the drug. Reports say that kids have had an inability to think clearly, have suffered from nightmares, and have behaved strangely. Unfortunately, these reactions are nothing new. The dangers of Tamiflu are well-documented. It's even been linked to the deaths of some children and teenagers. It's really no wonder. The drug is not just an antibiotic, like so many assume it is -- it's a neuraminidase inhibitor that blocks viral enzymes that can assist the flu virus in infecting the respiratory tract. In the U.S., the FDA has acknowledged that there have been as many as 1,800 reports of kids experiencing abnormal behavior when they're given Tamiful. In Japan, they've actually banned the use of Tamiflu by kids. But because the UK is in such a cold panic over swine flu, they're handing out Tamiflu like candy. Believe it or not, there's even a telephone hotline and website where people can order a prescription without having to consult a doctor. So far, as many as 150,000 people have been prescribed the drug in this manner. No wonder so many kids are having so many side effects. At the first sign of a runny nose or a headache, their parents are pumping them full of Tamiflu, thanks to Dr. Web. All of these risks in order to reduce the flu symptoms by less than two days. That's right: according to the makers of Tamiflu, clinical tests have shown that the drug only has the ability to reduce the duration of symptoms by about 36 hours. It just doesn't add up. Pop goes the antioxidants If you're looking for an antioxidant boost, you might want to head to the movies. After all, this is where you'd be likely to eat lots of popcorn, which, according to a new study, has a hefty dose of antioxidants. Who knew you could battle cancer while taking in a matinee? Researchers at the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania examined whole-grain snacks and cereals (not the sugary death bombs that I'm always warning you about) and found them to be just as rich in polyphenols as they are in fiber. Originally, it was thought that the high fiber content in these foods was what made them such effective weapons against cancer and heart disease. Turns out it's really a double-whammy of fiber and polyphenols. Raisin bran packed the biggest antioxidant punch, weighing in at a whopping 524 milligrams of antioxidants per serving. The surprise is that the antioxidant content is found in the grains that these foods are made from. Researchers found that popcorn is the king of antioxidant content when it comes to snack foods, so munch on... just go easy on that movie-theater liquid they call butter. Always giving your brain some healthy snacks to chew on, William Campbell Douglass II, M.D.
Re: [TMIC] TAMIFLU....and....ANTIOXIDANTS
Lyn, I don't remember what the reactions were, but years ago (before TM, I think), I took Tamiflu since I couldn't get flu shots (allergies) whenever flu came to see me...NO MORE!!! 'Course my doctor wasn't surpised, since I had reac- tions to most meds...all antibiotics, for sure Ain't life grand?? jan --- On Sun, 9/6/09, roseofr...@aol.com roseofr...@aol.com wrote: Tamiflu linked to bizarre reactions Dear Friend, It's yet another case of the cure being worse than the disease. In the UK, more than half of the kids who have taken Tamiflu -- the antibiotic weapon of choice to combat the H1N1 virus -- have experienced side effects. Although most of these side effects have been minor (such as stomach cramps and nausea), as many as one in five of these kid have had disturbing, neuropsychiatric reactions to the drug. Reports say that kids have had an inability to think clearly, have suffered from nightmares, and have behaved strangely. Unfortunately, these reactions are nothing new. The dangers of Tamiflu are well-documented. It's even been linked to the deaths of some children and teenagers. It's really no wonder. The drug is not just an antibiotic, like so many assume it is -- it's a neuraminidase inhibitor that blocks viral enzymes that can assist the flu virus in infecting the respiratory tract. In the U.S., the FDA has acknowledged that there have been as many as 1,800 reports of kids experiencing abnormal behavior when they're given Tamiful. In Japan, they've actually banned the use of Tamiflu by kids. But because the UK is in such a cold panic over swine flu, they're handing out Tamiflu like candy. Believe it or not, there's even a telephone hotline and website where people can order a prescription without having to consult a doctor. So far, as many as 150,000 people have been prescribed the drug in this manner. No wonder so many kids are having so many side effects. At the first sign of a runny nose or a headache, their parents are pumping them full of Tamiflu, thanks to Dr. Web. All of these risks in order to reduce the flu symptoms by less than two days. That's right: according to the makers of Tamiflu, clinical tests have shown that the drug only has the ability to reduce the duration of symptoms by about 36 hours. It just doesn't add up. Pop goes the antioxidants If you're looking for an antioxidant boost, you might want to head to the movies. After all, this is where you'd be likely to eat lots of popcorn, which, according to a new study, has a hefty dose of antioxidants. Who knew you could battle cancer while taking in a matinee? Researchers at the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania examined whole-grain snacks and cereals (not the sugary death bombs that I'm always warning you about) and found them to be just as rich in polyphenols as they are in fiber. Originally, it was thought that the high fiber content in these foods was what made them such effective weapons against cancer and heart disease. Turns out it's really a double-whammy of fiber and polyphenols. Raisin bran packed the biggest antioxidant punch, weighing in at a whopping 524 milligrams of antioxidants per serving. The surprise is that the antioxidant content is found in the grains that these foods are made from. Researchers found that popcorn is the king of antioxidant content when it comes to snack foods, so munch on... just go easy on that movie-theater liquid they call butter. Always giving your brain some healthy snacks to chew on, William Campbell Douglass II, M.D.
Re: [TMIC] Update on Mike
Jill and Mike, You both will need so much strength for this whole ordeal. You know you have all of our prayers. We will be thinking of you and praying for you during this entire fight. Janice - Original Message - From: Jill Hammond To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thursday, September 03, 2009 6:40 PM Subject: [TMIC] Update on Mike Well, everyone, here is your first update. Before I begin, however, I would like to thank all of you who have kept me and my family in your prayers, it means a lot. Don't stop, though, as the next 7 weeks or so are going to be a little rough. I especially want to thank my family, without their help and support; I cannot imagine where I would be. For those that like to be very specific, I found out I do not have what I told you last time. What I have is a tumor in the Maxillary Sinus. This tumor is a Neuro-endocrine type (small cell) of cancer. There, that should make it clear as mud. Went in yesterday to the Chemo doc, and when he heard that we had to wait until next Thursday for our radiation Doc appointment, left the room, came back and told us as soon as we were through with him, we could go downstairs and talk to the radiation doctor. The right people and a little help from above just cut off another 8 days of waiting. I can start fighting back. Today I went in to the doctor's office and got fitted for my Hannibal Lector mask. This mask ensures that you do not move your head at all while receiving radiation. Radiation for this is received from a Tomography machine which produces the rays electronically. I will tell you that I could not even open my eyes while wearing the mask.. Very claustrophobic, so a little Xanac helped. Now, I go back in for my very first radiation treatment next Thursday. During this 7 week, five day a week treatment, I will receive at least 6,000 RAD (Radiation Absorbed Dose) to the cancer. For those who are not aware, just let me say that 6,000 RAD is a LOT. Unfortunately, my right optic nerve may receive much of this. The optic nerve begins to show damage at 4,500 RAD, So, I may loose some, or all, vision in my right eye. There are a lot of other little complications like loss of salivary glands, loss of taste (Have that already), possible teeth problems, and hair loss (time for a Kojack shave). The Chemotherapy introduction session is tomorrow and I learn what I get, when it will start, if I will need a port and lots of other questions I am sure. So another update in a week or so. Take care and be talking with you soon. God bless us, everyone, Mike and Coach Jill.
Re: [TMIC] Need info---does anyone have a port?
Gracie, I spent 9 weeks in the hospital when TM hit me.They put a port in my left arm.With all the stickings I had, I thought it was a blessing.I could not shower when it was in.I don't know if mine was the same as you are talking about, but maybe so. Janice - Original Message - From: Grace M. To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thursday, September 03, 2009 10:39 AM Subject: [TMIC] Need info---does anyone have a port? Hi Guys, My infusion nurse discussed the possibility of having a port inserted for my Rituximab infusions. Does anyone here have one, and if so, what has your experience been? My veins are a really hard stick and blow easily. I've read about using a port, and it sounds quite innocuous but I'd like some first hand input. Thanks, Gracie
Re: [TMIC] Need info---does anyone have a port?
*Hi Janice, * *I**t will be placed in my chest, and will be totally under the skin, so I'll be able to bath, swim, and the whole nine yards. I've managed to find a good number of people who have one, and all of them seem to like it. Thanks so much for the input. * *Hugs,* *Gracie* * *
