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Small Risks Are Big Risks for Those With Chronic Illness

15 Sep

Although this could lead to an infection in anyone, for a person like David with Psoriatic Arthritis taking immuno-suppressant drugs, this is a big deal.

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A stylist at a national hair cut chain did this to David. And there were two additional cuts on the side of his neck. I had to report this to he state. Yes, I filed a complaint. It is not acceptable for a licensed professional to cut a client that many times.

We put some Neosporin on David’s neck, and it’s healing up nicely. However, if he had gotten an infection, his body would be in a weakened state, and it would be more difficult to fight off than it would be for a normal person. Plus, he would have to stop taking his medication until he was completely well, so he would run the risk of an arthritis flare.

Expired Milk?

17 Nov

Do you never seem to finish cartons of milk before they expire? Perhaps I can help. You see, I purchased this milk on Saturday. That’s November 14. Did you catch that expiration date? This Private Selection brand of milk is available at Kroger. It’s organic, and it’s ultra-pasteurized so it lasts considerably longer than plain [...]