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Killingsworth. The gentrifying street
has been impacted by an increasing
number o f bike commuters who must
navigate between heavy car and pe­
destrian traffic.
Gay Marriage Arguments
Supreme Court justices seemed to
struggle with the notion of extending
marriage rights to same-sex couples
Tuesday as they grilled lawyers in a
p o ten tially lan d m ark case over
California's ban on gay marriages. The
justices challenged lawyers on both
sides on common points of conten­
tion.
Teacher Claims Retaliation
Arch Found May Have Cultural Significance
Pure Joy for Powerball Lottery Winner
A New Jersey father of five who emigrated from the Domini­
can Republic stepped forward Tuesday as the winner of a
$338 million Powerball jackpot. Pedro Quezada's life of 18-
hour workdays is all behind him and he now plans to help
those in need. He said he felt "pure joy" and "never thought
he would win such a prize."
Better Breathers — An asthma educational support group
meets on the 1 st Tuesday of the month from 1:15 p.m. to 2:45
p.m. at Adventist Medical Center. For information, call 503-
251-6830.
Powerful Tools For Caregivers—6-week educational series
designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves
while caring for relatives orfriends with chronic illness. Class
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Oregon State Parks staff recovered an unusual piece of
debris near Oceanside Monday that could have floated in
from the Japanese tsunami. The 16 foot object may have
cultural significance. It is made of heavy wood and resembles
the top of an arch used to mark sacred sites in Japan.
Bicycle Improvements Coming to North Williams
The Oregon Transportation Commission approved nearly
$1.5 million for bicycle and pedestrian improvements on
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HEALTHW ATCI
size is limited, and registration is required. Call 503-413-8018.
Leg Alert Screening - Check for peripheral arterial disease
with this safe, simple screening using ankle and arm blood
pressure. The fee is $40. To schedule an appointment, call
503-251-6137.
Smoke-Free Support Group - Meets Mondays, 7 p.m. to 8
p.m. For information, call 503-256-4000.
Osteoporosis Screening - An ultrasound bone density
screening with personalized education; fee $30. To schedule
an appointment, call 503-261-6611.
Family Caregiver Support Group - This topic-oriented
group offers a safe place to discuss the stresses, challenges
and rewards o f providing care to an older relative or friend.
Meets the first Thursday o f each month at 3 p.m. at Legacy
Good Samaritan Hospital.
A Benson High School teacher is
claiming he is being fired because of
his protests against Planned Parent­
hood and abortion. Bill Diss said the school district placed
him on paid administrative leave last week and plans to
dismiss him because of his views. School officials would not
discuss the case.
Arrest Follows Gun Menacing Complaints
A north Portand man was arrested Thursday on weapons
violations after complaints about him menacing several
neighbors by pointing a rifle at them. Neighbors also said
Mark Evans Brandt, 53, was acting increasingly erratic,
police said.
Free Body Basics - This physician recommended class is
appropriate for all ages and health conditions. Plan to attend
this one-session class and learn the simple guidelines for safe
exercises, including stretching. Call 503-256-4000 to register.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly—TOPS meetings are held every
Tuesday at 8:45 a.m.at the St. Michael's and All Angels
Church, 1704 N.E. 43rd Ave. Anyone interested is invited to
learn about this weight loss support program which offers
information, encouragement, weekly programs, fun con­
tests, discussion and socialization.
Cholesterol Profiles — Get the resources to help you keep
an eye on your cholesterol and other indicators of heart
health. Educational material provided. For more information,
call503-261-6611.
Bereavement Support Groups - Free, safe confidential group
meetings for those who have experienced the death of a loved
one offered on various nights and locations. For information
and registration, call 503-215-4622.
THE
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An ongoing series of questions and answers about America’s natural healing profession.
Part 9. Low Back Surgery:
The unkindest and most unnecessary cut of all.
Should I try chiropractic tic requires no drugs, surgery, recupera­
successful. Before you m ake any
for my low back pain or have tion or expensive hospital bills. With decision, heed the advice o f the “fa­
surgery and get it “fixed right?” Chiropractic, the only side effects are the ther” o f low back surgery: “exhaust
: We hear this question quite disappearance of symptoms and the re­
all m ethods o f conservative care be­
io ften and considering many phy­ currence of vitality.
fore considering surgery to the lum ­
sicians’ pro-surgery preoccupation,
: Which technique has
bar (low back) spine.” To find out
it’s no wonder people ask such ques­
better results for low back
how C h iro p ractic can help you
tions. That is, until they examine the
lems, Chiropractic or surgery ?
avoid back surgery, or for answers
facts. The truth is that in about 90% of
: A ccording to a recent issue to any questions you m ight have
low back pain, the problem is mechani­
o f Com puter M edicine, low back about your health, please call us at
cal. Chiropractic has had and contin­
surgery is one o f the least effective
the phone num ber displayed below.
ues to have the best technique for procedures. In fact, 75 to 99% are un-
treating spinal mechanical problems
through gentle, exact adjustment with
highly skilled hands. And Chiroprac-
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Dr. Billy R. Flowers
Flowers' Chiropractic Office
2124 NE Hancock, Portland Oregon 97212 • P h o n e : ( 5 0 3 ) 2 8 7 * 5 5 0 4