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She still thinks he's cheating on her with me. Tom has been there during the toughest times of my life. He does- n't drive due to a physical disability, so I'm lucky to see him a few times a month. His girlfriend sees him almost every night, but even when she's with him at my house, she gets jealous and picks a fight. Tom does not condone her behavior, but I'm beginning to feel angry that she is accusing me of things I would never do — like cheat on my husband. Tom is like family to me. How can I make this woman understand that we are friends and nothing more? I'd love to hang out and have fun with both of them, but she is unwilling. Any suggestions? — At Wits' End Dear AWE: Tom's girlfriend is very insecure. She is unreasonably jealous because she cannot control the relationship Tom has with you except by eliminat- ing it altogether. That is her ultimate goal and the reason why your friendly overtures are not working. If Tom can- not reassure her sufficiently, he will continue to distance himself until he breaks it off with her — or you. Sorry. Dear Annie: I have a large extended family, with many aunts, uncles and cousins. We try to get together once or twice a year. My aunts and uncles usually attend these gatherings, but few of the cousins show up. I have first cousins I haven't seen in years, and we all live within 30 miles of each other. The children of these cousins are now graduating from high school, getting married and having babies. My mailbox is overflowing with wedding and shower invitations and graduation announcements. I send gifts to those cousins whose fami- lies I am in contact with, but I resent receiving all these announcements from cousins I never see and who make no attempt to have a relation- ship with me. When I receive these invitations, I ignore them. I know other family members agree with me but still feel obligated to send gifts. How do people have the nerve to send invitations to people they never see? Do I tell them how I feel or just continue to ignore their mail? — Related in Name Only Dear Related: If you have no connection to these cousins, never see them and don't particularly care about them, there is no reason to attend their functions or send gifts — unless, of course, it is to recipro- cate for gifts they have sent to you. Dear Annie: You printed a letter from ''Guilford, Conn.,'' who dis- covered she had been taking her thyroid medication incorrectly, which was why she wasn't feeling any better. She was supposed to take it 30 minutes before breakfast. Her doctor had not given her this information. I am an RN and have been taking thyroid replacement since 1962. In addition to the timing of the pill, you are supposed to take it with a full glass of water. You also should not take vitamin-mineral supple- ments within four hours of taking the thyroid medication. ''Guilford'' is right. If you take the drug properly, it can make you function at a much higher level. Thank you for your column. You do a world of good. — J.G. Dear J.G.: We appreciate the kind words and your expert sugges- tions. Anyone on medication should double-check with the pharmacist to find out precisely how to take it. Annie's Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please e-mail your questions to anniesmailboxcomcast.net, or write to: Annie's Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 5777 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 700, Los Angeles, CA 90045. Friend's insecure girlfriend causing a rift Annie's Mailbox by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar FEATURES DEAR DR. GOTT: My father, age 93, suffers from chronic obstructive pul- monary disease (COPD). I have read about a device called a "lung flute." Can this device be used to help break up mucus and clear the lungs? I've enclosed a Web-site link to the company that makes it. DEAR READER: The Web-site link directed me to the Lung Flute's manu- facturer. Based on the information there, it appears the product is cleared by the Food and Drug Administration for collecting diagnostic spu- tum samples. This means that, after a cursory review, the device was found to do what the maker said it did without causing unnecessary harm. FDA clearance does not establish whether a product or device is effective. I am unsure whether this device can effectively break up and clear large quantities of mucus. It is presently promoted as a diagnostic tool, not a therapy. It does not have FDA approval for home or therapeutic use but is currently under review. I suggest you speak with your father's pulmonolo- gist regarding what approved alternative treatments are available for his use. To provide related information, I am sending you a copy of my Health Report "Pulmonary Dis- ease." Other readers who would like a copy should send a self-addressed stamped No. 10 envelope and a $2 check or money order to Newsletter, P.O. Box 167, Wickliffe, OH 44092. Be sure to men- tion the title. DEAR DR. GOTT: Because of acid reflux that I couldn't control through diet and over- the-counter medicines, my doctor had me on 40 milligrams of Nexium daily. I took this for many years, but now my insur- ance no longer covers it, and I cannot afford to pay out of pocket. Now my doctor has suggested using over-the-counter Prilosec. The daily dose is 20 milligrams, and the package states that it should be taken for only 14 days at a time. When I called my doc- tor about this, he said it was OK to take it daily just as I had taken the Nexi- um. My question to you: Is it really OK? Should I also be increasing the dosage to 40 milligrams or leave it at 20? DEAR READ- ER: I believe your doctor wants you to take 20 milligrams of Prilosec daily; howev- er, you would be better served by asking his opinion. Prilosec was a pre- scription medication used for the treatment of per- sistent heartburn associat- ed with gastroesophageal reflux disease and hiatal hernia. It was then approved as an OTC med- ication. While still a pre- scription, it was consid- ered safe for daily use and typically prescribed to be taken as such, so I see no danger from daily use of the OTC formulation. I cannot comment on your question about increasing the dosage because I don't know your medical history, age or gender. Again, you need to speak with your doctor about this. Alternative treatments include over-the-counter cimetidine and ranitidine (H2 blockers), antacids, omeprazole (proton-pump inhibitor) and the many others available. You can even save money by using store brands, which are often just as effective. Home remedies include raising the head of your bed, avoiding trigger foods and exercising daily. Bak- ing soda mixed with water, vinegar and even mustard has been touted by some of my readers as being beneficial. To provide related information, I am sending you a copy of my Health Report "Hiatal Hernia, Acid Reflux and Indiges- tion." Other readers who would like a copy should send a self-addressed stamped No. 10 envelope and a $2 check or money order to Newsletter, P.O. Box 167, Wickliffe, OH 44092. Be sure to men- tion the title. Dr. Peter Gott is a retired physician and the author of the book "Dr. Gott's No Flour, No Sugar Diet," available at most chain and independent bookstores, and the recently published "Dr. Gott's No Flour, No Sugar Cookbook." Medical device not proven effective Dr. Peter Gott Tehama County Clerk and Recorder Beverly Ross announces the candidate filing period will open Tues- day, Feb. 16, for the June 8 gubernatorial primary elec- tion for state constitutional officers and local county offices. The filing period will close on Friday, March 12. The following countywide offices will appear on the June primary Bballot: Assessor, Auditor-Controller, County Clerk and Recorder, County Superintendent of Schools, District Attorney, Sheriff and Coroner, Supe- rior Court Judge Office 1 or 2 and Treasurer-Tax Col- lector. The Board of Supervisors districts 3 and 4 are open, but will be elected by district electors only. All interested parties are urged to contact the Tehama County Elections Department, 444 Oak St., Room C, in Red Bluff, to obtain further information on the positions available, filing costs and appropriate forms or call 527-8190 or toll free (866) 289-5307. To view the June primary election calendar, candi- date guide book and candidate watch list, visit www.co.tehama.ca.us. Candidate filing period opens County accepting proposals The Tehama County Resource Advisory Com- mittee is accepting project proposals. Proposals are being accepted as part of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self- Determination Act of 2000. The Act was reau- thorized October 3, 2008, to stabilize pay- ments to counties to help support roads and schools and to provide projects that enhance forest ecosystem health and employment oppor- tunities. The Act is also intended to promote cooperative relationships between the public and federal land management agencies. More informa- tion about the Act and RAC is available at http://www.fs.fed.us/srs. Project proposals must be submitted April 9 to Randy Jero, Grindstone Ranger District, Mendo- cino National Forest, 825 N. Humboldt Ave., Wil- lows, CA 95988. Some $176,000 is available this year for pro- ject proposals. Project proponents are encouraged to present their proposals at the RAC meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 22. Proposed projects must have a benefit to National Forest system lands or resources. Possible pro- jects could include fuel treatments in critical areas to reduce wildfire danger, planting trees along streams to improve water quality, road and trail maintenance, fish and wildlife habitat improve- ment, or recreation and environmental education. National Forests within Tehama County include the Mendocino, Shasta- Trinity, and Lassen. The first RAC meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 25 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Tehama Coun- ty Department of Educa- tion Office, 1135 Lincoln Street in Red Bluff. For more information, please contact Tehama RAC Forest Service Coordinator Randy Jero at 530-934-3316. Black history month event Dr. Keith Orlando Hilton is a nationally known syndi- cated columnist, journalist and educator. He is the founder and editor of the Stockton-based Central Val- ley (CCV) Drum News, a monthly publication that covers African-American communities in the Central Valley cities of Merced, Modesto, Stockton, Tracy, Elk Grove, Sacramento, Davis, the Mother Lode and now in the North Valley. Hilton will be the keynote speaker at Leader- ship 2010 in a Diverse Soci- ety, presented at 6 p.m. Feb. 24 at Shasta College in Red- ding, room 802. Sponsored by Shasta Coalition of African and Black Americans.