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Lincare accepts Medicare, Medicaid, & Private Insurances Distributed by: (530) 529-4141 (800) 281-4144 344 South Main Street Red Bluff, CA 96080 750 David Avenue, Red Bluff • 527-9193 E Q U A L H O U S I N G OPPORTUNITY TEHAMA ESTATES PROVIDES: ◆ Independent Living ◆ Private Apartments ◆ Three Nutritious Meals Daily ◆ 24 Hour Secure Environment ◆ House Keeping Services ◆ Warm & Friendly Staff ◆ Recreational Programs ◆ Scheduled Transportation ◆ Private & Formal Dining Rooms A Retirement Community for the Active Senior Citizens Dear Annie: I'm 18 years old and still live with my family. A few months ago, my uncle moved in with us. He comes home drunk all the time. I can smell the liquor on him, and I hate it. I make sure to be in my bedroom before he walks in the front door, which often means I'm upstairs by 6 p.m. I want nothing to do with him when he is drunk. He tries to hold my baby brother, but it makes the baby cry, so I have told my uncle to stay away. I want to tell him how I feel, but I'm not sure how. When my mother told him he's not welcome in the house when he's been drink- ing, he hit her. What should I do? Should I ask my grandma to kick him out, or should I move into my own place? — Niece of a Drunk Dear Niece: If your uncle is physically abusive, he should not be living with you. By all means, talk to your grandmother and your mother. If possible, talk to your father, as well. Most likely, your mother believes she is helping your uncle, who obviously has a problem, but allowing him to ter- rorize you is not the way to do it. Suggest that she contact Al- Anon (al-anon.alateen.org) at 1- 888-4-AL-ANON (1-800-425- 2666). If your uncle hits anyone again, call the police. And if you cannot change the situation, we urge you to move out as soon as possible. Dear Annie: I recently began volunteering to tutor someone in the community, and I love it. However, at yesterday's session, my student gave me an enve- lope that contained a gift card for a fairly large amount of money. I had previously told this student that I cannot be paid because it is volun- teering, and I do not want payment. But when he handed me the envelope, it seemed awkward to refuse it. In his culture, that would be considered rude. He told me it was a gift between friends, but I feel so bad and dis- honest about accepting it that I am extremely uncomfortable. Since he cannot return the gift card, is it acceptable for me to reciprocate at some point with a gift of equal value? I cannot conscientiously log the time with him as volunteer hours with this weighing on my mind. — Sick About It Dear Sick: Do you have a supervisor who runs the tutoring program? If so, ask how you should handle the gift card. You might also consider using it for tutoring supplies — paper, pencils, books, etc. Under no circum- stances should you get into a gift- reciprocation program, which not only might escalate into something expensive, but could give the impression that your relationship is something other than student and teacher. Dear Annie: I would like to respond to ''Louisville Lass,'' who complained about overindulgence by grandparents at Christmas. I faced this situation the first year after going through a divorce. The kids spent Christmas with both sets of families and came home loaded down with gifts. I decided to write a list of big items the children wanted, and each parent and set of grandpar- ents would get to pick one. This way nobody would feel they need- ed to compete with anyone else. It worked beautifully and was so appreciated by everyone that to this day, my girls do the same thing with their children. I under- stand the appeal of giving to a col- lege fund, but as a grandparent now, I would really miss seeing the joy on my grandchildren's faces when they open my presents. And if that's too much material- ism, perhaps they could work alongside their grandchildren in a charitable situation, thereby instilling in them the value of helping their community. I'd bet the children would remember this long after they forgot what pre- sents they received. — Jeannie 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, P.O. Box 118190, Chicago, IL 60611. Drunken uncle terrorizing teenager Annie's Mailbox by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar FEATURES DEAR DR. GOTT: What is the treatment for shin- gles? I have had them for three months now. How long do I have to wait after an episode before I can get the vaccine? DEAR READ- ER: Shingles is a viral infection. It is actually a second infection caused by the chickenpox virus. Symptoms typically begin with pain, numbness or tingling on one side of the body. It most commonly occurs on one side of the chest, wrapping around to the back. The next most common area is the face, but it can present anywhere on the body, including the eyes, which can cause permanent damage if left untreated. Usually, within two or three days, a red rash devel- ops that slowly turns into fluid-filled blisters that break open, ooze, and crust over. Untreated, most cases will resolve within five or six weeks. Untreated shin- gles carry potentially serious complications depending on the location where they appear. The open sores should never be touched, as the fluid contains high levels of the virus that can be trans- ferred easily to others. The disorder is highly conta- gious and can cause chick- enpox in those who have never had it and shingles in those who have. Other symptoms include fatigue, headache, fever and chills, itching and a general achy feeling. There are also atypical cases in which patients develop shingles pain without the typical rash and blistering. Treating shingles can speed healing, reduce the risk of complications, and ease pain. The best results are achieved if antiviral medication is started within 72 hours of the first symp- toms. For those in severe pain, narcotics, tricyclic antidepressants, anticonvul- sants or numbing agents may be prescribed. Mild to moderate pain may be con- trolled with over-the- counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen and naproxen. A n t i h i s t a m i n e s may also help. Top- ical anti-itch creams may be helpful if there is an accompanying itch. Stress can wors- en the pain of shin- gles and should be avoided. Cool com- presses or baths may ease symp- toms. Relaxation techniques such as medita- tion, tai chi or deep breath- ing can reduce stress levels. Even something as simple as listening to soft music or reading in a quiet room can help. Anyone concerned about having shingles or who develops pain or itching on one side of the body should see his or her physician as soon as possible. Those over the age of 60 should also consider receiving the shin- gles vaccine, which reduces the risk of developing this infection and may lessen symptoms, duration and intensity should an attack occur. It may also lower the risk of developing posther- petic neuralgia (continuing nerve pain after the shingles infection is over). The vac- cine is not a treatment option. People with specific health concerns should not receive the vaccine, so speak with your physician regard- ing whether to have it. How long you should wait depends on your situa- tion. There is no specific time period, but it is gener- ally recommended that the rash be gone before receiv- ing the vaccine. If you are under 60, you may not be able to receive it because the vaccination has been tested only in people 60 and older. To provide related information, I am sending you a copy of my Health Report "Managing Chron- ic Pain." Other readers who would like a copy should send a self- addressed stamped No. 10 envelope and a $2 check or money order to Newslet- ter, P.O. Box 167, Wick- liffe, OH 44092. Be sure to mention the title or print an order form off my Web site at www.AskDr- GottMD.com. Shingles vaccine is prevention, not treatment Dr. Peter Gott Blue Shield of California has designated St. Elizabeth Community Hospital as a Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement, along with Mercy Medical Centers in Redding and Mt. Shasta. The facilities are part of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association's expansion of its Blue Distinction designa- tion. The award winning Red Bluff hospital, St. Elizabeth specializes in minimally invasive solutions and has the North State's first MAKO robotic arm technology. The Orthopaedic Team performs procedures in vulnerable joint areas such as knees, hips and shoulders. With one of the highest patient safety rankings and one of the lowest lengths of patient stays in the nation, St. Eliz- abth provides a compassionate continuum of care in a state of the art, all private room setting. Mercy Redding offers a dedicated Center for Hip and Knee Replacement within its Orthopaedic Unit. This spe- cial in-hospital camp is designed to pro-actively help indi- viduals undergoing hip and knee replacement, before, dur- ing and after their procedure. The center offers pre-surgery patient education, com- puter-assisted technology and a variety of techniques for joint replacements, including hip resurfacing and an ante- rior hip approach. Mercy Shasta's orthopaedic surgery program special- izes in conservative and surgical interventions for hip, knee, shoulder, neck, spine and back conditions. Beginning with a presurgery orientation for the patient and their sup- port person, all aspects of the surgical procedure and recov- ery process are outlined. The Shasta healthcare team includes skilled physicians and an orthopaedic certified nursing staff that is backed by the finest technology available. This extraordinary combi- nation allows it to perform hundreds of acts of caring every day. The three Catholic Healthcare West hospitals work together, providing a full line of orthopaedic services. "This designation is a tremendous accomplishment for the Orthopaedic teams," said Jon Halfhide, CHW North State Service Area president. "The designation is a testa- ment to the skill and judgment of the Orthopaedic surgeons who practice at the three north state facilities. We live in the most beautiful part of California and outdoor recreation is an important element of our lifestyle. This acknowledge- ment from Blue Cross and Blue Shield demonstrates our commitment to assisting our patients in living and main- taining an active way of life." Blue Distinction Centers demonstrate their commit- ment to quality care, resulting in better overall outcomes for knee and hip replacement care. Recognized hospitals meet evidence-based clinical criteria, developed in collab- oration with a panel of expert physicians and medical orga- nizations. Hospital earns orthopedic distinction