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Copyright (c) 1991   Tribune Media Services, Inc.


I THOUGHT YOU WOULD LIKE TO KNOW:  Consumer Information


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     If you read this section of my column regularly, you know by now that
this is where you can find a veritable treasury of publications, that provide
valuable and useful information about your health care.  However, I have saved
the very best as a sort of Christmas present for all of you, and this find is
certainly one that may benefit everyone.  It is the 10th anniversary edition
of the Bristol-Meyers "Guide to Consumer Information" and it is newly revised.
Now, this is no mere information leaflet, or brochure, but a real, live, 272
page book, chock full of helpful information about prescription and
non-prescription drugs, hair colorings, nutritional products, personal care
products and appliances, and poison control centers.  In addition to the
"Medical Resource Directory", the (underline) Guide (underline) includes new
chapters on "Timesaving Tips for a Cleaner Home", "Coping With Pain", and
"Looking Your Best". They have even included terrific information on writing
an effective complaint letter!  Many medical conditions are covered including:
AIDS, Alcoholism, Alzheimer's Disease, Anorexia/Bullemia, Arthritis, Cancer,
Diabetes, Digestive Disorders, Hearing Impairment, Heart Disease, Kidney
Disease, Liver Disease, Osteoporosis and many more too numerous to mention.
Not the least important are the lists of national, nonprofit or government
organizations which provide information and services to patients, families and
the public.  And it is provided at no charge to you, no stamped envelopes, no
gimmicks and no tricks.  It may sound too good to be true, but it is
Christmas!  Don't delay on this one, send your request today, including your
name and address DIRECTLY to:  Bristol-Meyers Company Guide to Consumer
Product Information, Box 14177AB, Baltimore, Maryland 21268.  Take it from Dr.
B., this is one of the best things I have done for you all year.
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The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace 
the counsel and advice of your personal physician.  Promptly consulting your 
doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical 
problem.
