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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
Michele Obama Karaoke on the Late Late Show
She’s really cool doing car karaoke driving around the White House!
Is having that test or procedure really wise?
There’s pretty good evidence that we are overdoing some tests and procedures. These not only add to expense but may cause harm. Group Health’s MacColl Institute is doing something about this with patient and provider education. If you want to … Continue reading
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Alternative Uses for Dental Floss
Ever need a clothesline or a way to hang a picture? Your extra dental floss may become handy according to a NYT article. Apparently there is minimal confirming evidence that dental floss really prevents cavities or gingivitis. But absence of … Continue reading
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Virtual Reality
Note: The same might be true with the smartphone!
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“Boys of ’36” on PBS Tuesday August 2nd at 9PM
A must view – Today on PBS at 9PM. Don’t miss it. In August 1936, just outside Berlin, Germany, crowds gathered for the marquee event of the Olympic rowing contests: the men’s eight. The host nation had won more medals than … Continue reading
“Daisy” at the ACT Theater
There’s a powerful play running at the ACT Theater. “Daisy” has its world premier there and will be closing at the end of the week – tickets are still available. Several from Skyline have enjoyed the powerful portrayal of ethics … Continue reading
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Angels, Hospice, and Caregivers
If you want to see what an angel looks like, look at a baby. But if you want to know what an angel does, learn about the Hospice nurse – and the caregivers. Meg Harkins let me know about the … Continue reading
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Germ problem? Call Dr. Copper
Alice Mailloux passed me an article from the WSJ about the antimicrobial effects of copper. For example, “Since receiving a grant to install copper surfaces in Pullman Regional Hospital in Pullman, Wash., Ed Harrich, director of surgical services there, said … Continue reading
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Brief Skyline725 Blog Report
The Skyline725 blog has been running for about two years now. Here are a few stats. 57 subscribers to the blog receive emails when a new post goes up A total of 1098 posts have been uploaded to date. They … Continue reading
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Music and Dancing in the Park
Lots going on in the Freeway Park: Click here for more info! Jazz, dance lessons, concerts, and even a square dance. Might keep us young (at heart).
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Supplements can make you sick
Did you know that claims for supplements don’t have to be verified by the FDA? Did you know that some can make you sick? Did you know that the ingredients on the label may not even be in the supplement? … Continue reading
Dancing with the Tsars
A bit of humor on the absurd. Funny but terrifying!
New Skyline sign
Nice polished aluminum three dimensional sign now decorates our entrance.
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Why the Democrats are still struggling – Hillary’s problems
Talking politics in families is always dangerous. In speaking with my brother, a Vietnam veteran and entrepreneur in North Carolina, I teased him about the toilet politics in his state. We joshed back and forth, neither of us having much (if … Continue reading
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DONALD TRUMP’S GHOSTWRITER TELLS ALL
Tony Schwartz (from left), Ivana Trump, photographer Francesco Scavullo and Donald Trump celebrate the publication of Donald Trump’s 1987 book, The Art of the Deal, which was ghostwritten by Schwartz. Jane Mayer writes about Donald Trump’s ghostwriter, Tony Schwartz, in … Continue reading
The next CPR/AED training for residents
The next CPR/AED training for residents is scheduled for September 13th. The sign-up sheet is in the binder in the lobby. This excellent training for sudden cardiac arrest is held by Medic II, which has trained thousands in the Washington … Continue reading
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Dementia, Art, and Legacy
Friday, September 30, 2016 8:30 am – 5 pm “Dementia, Art, and Legacy is a one-day conference designed for family and care partners of people living with dementia, as well as social workers, healthcare professionals, artists, and educators. The conference … Continue reading
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Skyline Resident’s Association meeting about possible expansion
From Sue Phillips “Resident Reaction to Skyline II Process: Over 100 Skyline residents attending the July 14, 2016, quarterly meeting were divided into 5 groups and asked to respond to the question “What is your reaction to the proposal for … Continue reading
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Comments on Donald Trump
David Brooks, a moderate Republican writer, has this op-ed piece in the NYT today. In it he says, “It’s hard to know exactly what is going on in that brain, but science lends a clue. Psychologists wonder if narcissists are … Continue reading
Advisory to vote “No” on NaCCRA’s proposed Bylaws
SECOND ADVISORY : Vote ”No”on NaCCRA’s proposed Bylaws.* The end of May the state organization Washington Continuing Care Residents Association(WACCRA) sent you an advisory to vote AGAINST the change in the proposed changes to NaCCRA Bylaws. NaCCRA adopted these changes … Continue reading
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NaCCRA Newsletter
Have you joined the national organization that gives CCRC residents a voice. Hope so! Click the following link for their latest newsletter: FINAL LifeLine 3rd QTR (3)
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