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It was a HUGE Success last year and another success this year ~ see picture pages for what we did.      WE DONE GOOD! 
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These are interesting......

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Time Zones ~ click the world map

Time change/Spring Ahead-Fall back  

Seen that tick removal story....

Learn more about your school district

Learn about The Fifty States

Lots of info here Nat'l Weather Service

Here's the latest NEWS by state 
Welcome to Merle's World
Tidbits about the CAPHS - previous meeting         info and things that I enjoy and hope you will too.   OHPA.PHER@GMAIL.COM
Too often we take for granted the things we should be giving thanks for.
A M E R I C A  ~
Land of the free - Home of the brave
Independence Day celebrates the birthday of the United States of America.  Founded on July 4th 1776 with the signing of the Declaration of Independenceand each year as Americans we continute to celebrate the RED, WHITE and BLUE in many different ways: picnics, bbq's, baseball and fireworks. 
Here is some history to read, some patriotic music to enjoy, a fireworks display and time to bake Mom's Apple Pie.  Read how it all started with the Continental Congress.
Independence Hall:  International Symbol of Freedom 
Each year on September 11th, we were  asked to display an American flag on this anniversary of our country's worst tragedy. We do this in honor of those who lost their lives on 9/11, and for their families, friends and loved ones who continue to endure the pain, and for those who today are fighting at home and abroad to preserve our cherished freedoms.
 
In the days, weeks and months following 9/11, our country was bathed in American flags; as citizens mourned the incredible losses and stood shoulder-to-shoulder against terrorism. Our patriotism has always pulled us through some tough times. Our American flag is the fabric or back bone of this great country and together we can prevail. We should remember to do this every year.
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        Merle Reeseman 
Support Group Leader

Thought for a day or two 
FYI - anything that is underscored is a link to a topic, a theme, or a web site
Questions to Ask Your Doctor For medications, tests, and treatments, you may want to ask: • What's the name of the medication (or test, or procedure)? • Why do I need it? • What are the risks? • Are there alternatives? • What happens if I do nothing? • (For medications) How do I take this? • How often? (For tests) How do I prepare?
At the end of the visit, ask: • Do I need to return for another visit? • Can I phone in for test results? • What danger signs should I look for? • When do I need to report back about my condition? • What else do I need to know?
Ask the specialist to send information about any further diagnosis or treatment to your primary doctor. This allows your primary doctor to keep track of your medical care. You also should let your primary doctor know at your next visit how well any treatments or medications the specialist recommended are working.
Are there any changes in your diet, medication, and lifestyle ~ are there changes in your health, aches, pains ~ your thoughts and feelings, have they changed ~ Concerns: At each visit your doctor will likely ask about your concerns. It’s a good idea to think about what you’d like to talk about before the actual visit.
Be sure you have a list of all your medications ~ even over-the-counter which would include vitamins. Your medication regimen may change over time so be sure it is always updated.
This gave me goose bumps
Battle Hymn of the Republic
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If you want a bit of satirical humor listen to Uncle Jay explains the news.
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Where sodium goes
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Water follows  :o(
What I have been doing in my spare time  *;* 
Pittsburgh Today Live
It's a when in Rome thing....
 
Pittsburgh PH Support Group 
Mercer Area PH Support Group
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Not everything that happens is because of the PAH so don't think that you are necessarily doing worse just because you are having a bad day; even normal people have bad days.  Also, try to think of yourself as healthy -- approach life with that attitude; it can't hurt and it may help.  If you are being symptomatic make sure something isn't going on in your life to cause this:  stress, tension, have you gained weight, are you retaining added fluid.  Being symptomatic does not always mean you need an increase or change in you medication.  Talk with your doctor to rule these things out.
Newly diagnosed or just having a bad day and you need to talk with someone who understands.  Call the PHA Help Line, a patient to patient conversation.  Someone who understands what you are going through.  1 800 748-7274
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Don't forget PHA'S 9TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE June 25th -- 27th 2010
National Donor Memorial -- something to look at