Dear Heloise: What do I absolutely need to know about traveling with meds?-Tracy G., Salem, Mass.
Tracy, there are some do's and don'ts, especially if traveling by commercial airlines. Here is a short list from the Trans-portation Security Administration (TSA):
1. Prescribed medication isn't subject to the strict rules.
2. Take what you need for your trip (I always take a few extra days' worth, just in case), and put it in your carry-on to be safe.
3. The TSA doesn't require original containers, but states have different laws. Generally, you're OK with a normal supply.
4. Liquid medication can exceed the 3.4-ounce limit in what is called "reasonable quantities" for your trip. Tell the inspectors about the liquid medications, which may be subject to additional screening. If you have a concern, carry a copy of your prescriptions.
-Heloise
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BABY WEIGHS LESS THAN ZERO?
Dear Heloise: One of the hints in the paper was from Mary H. in San Antonio about weighing her baby. She said she weighs herself first and then adds the baby and weighs again.
If she subtracts the new weight from the original weight, she'll have a negative number. Example: 140 + 12 = 152. 140 - 152 = -12. I'm guessing I might not be the only one to write to you about this. There are lots of math whizzes out there.-George M., via email
Yes, George, it may be a negative number, but it's the number that counts! If this works for my reader, that's all that counts. I'm sure she knows her baby doesn't weigh less than zero!-Heloise
PHOTO OF APPOINTMENT CARD
Dear Heloise: I had a doctor's follow-up appointment that was scheduled five weeks in advance. After waiting, the receptionist said I didn't have an appointment. She asked for my appointment card, and sadly, I'd left it at home. After more time, the doctor saw me anyway.
My husband suggested that I take a picture of the new appointment card, which I did. Now I can leave the original at home and have the picture ready to show, should this problem arise again.-Anna A. in San Antonio
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