Author Archives: Jim deMaine

Ed note: Many of us, as we become frail, decide to forgo CPR and to allow a natural death. However, if we are hospitalized, there is a “conveyer belt” of other invasive procedures that can be carried out that we … Continue reading →

Thanks to Diana C. By Danny Westneat, Seattle Times columnist Political forecasters called it that the state Republican convention would feature turmoil ending in endorsements of the most extreme candidates, all to match the party’s current MAGA mood. Among the jilted was … Continue reading →

Intranasal neomycin evokes broad-spectrum antiviral immunityin the upper respiratory tract Ed note: When you shop for OTC medications at the drug store, you may have picked up some Neosporin ointment which is often used for skin infections. Neosporin contains three … Continue reading →

SCOTT DWORKIN Today while Trump tried to stay awake during his criminal trial in Manhattan, President Biden gave a great campaign speech for the ages, drawing a stark contrast between his Scranton “kitchen table” agenda and Trump’s “Mar-A-Lago Vision”. The … Continue reading →

DAN RATHE & TEAM STEADY Many years ago, my late mother gave me two words of advice that have always stuck with me: Be humble. It is no secret that today’s political discourse is bereft of humility and kindness. But … Continue reading →

Thanks to Pam P. Forwarded this email? Subscribe here for more   Ukrainian Army Celebrates Major Victory Over Marjorie Taylor Greene Apr 22     READ IN APP   Wojciech Grzedzinski for The Washington Post via Getty Images UKRAINE (The … Continue reading →

By Craig Foster Mr. Foster’s film, “My Octopus Teacher,” won the Academy Award for best documentary feature in 2021. He wrote from Simon’s Town, South Africa. I was gifted with a new way of seeing the day I got mugged underwater. … Continue reading →

Keratosis pilaris is a common skin condition. It’s also easily treated at home. By Erica Sweeney in the NYT Q: I have a bunch of small, rough bumps on my arms and legs. What are they, and how can I get … Continue reading →

“Heaven is not located on high, but where the good of love is, and this resides within a person, wherever he or she might be.” Emanuel Swedenborg

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The recently received CCRC Disclosure document refers to the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) list, specifically referencing Section 18.390.070 which has the sections below.

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Thanks to Mary Jane F. If you wish to subscribe to this newsletter please click here and fill out the information requested. Dear friends and neighbors, Before the 2024 session adjourned last month, the Legislature made meaningful progress to ensure … Continue reading →

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From Kaiser Permanente Washington Research Evidence is clear that sedentary behavior — sitting or lying down for long periods of time throughout the day — increases the risk of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. But changing … Continue reading →

Presentation – Sensory Stimulation: Enhancing Memory through Interactive Technologies. Thursday April 25, 10-10:45 a.m. Join technology coach Jesse Fish to explore how interactive technologies such as virtual reality and interactive touchscreens can provide sensory stimulation for people with dementia. A … Continue reading →

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Thanks to Bob P. By Marlene Lenthang College basketball superstar Caitlin Clark is set to soar to new heights in the WNBA — but her rookie contract means she will pocket a fraction of the millions her male counterparts have made on the … Continue reading →

PAUL OFFIT Thanks to Ed M. On April 4, 2024, the CDC reported 113 cases of measles in 18 states and jurisdictions. These outbreaks were consistent with a CDC survey showing that more parents are choosing religious exemptions for their children. Because measles is … Continue reading →