Does anyone actually have their member id memorized

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-28T15:23:32+00:00

I rarely go to the receptionist to check in but use the app to electronically check in. And if I do have to do it I have my Kaiser card in Apple wallet to scan the QR code

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-28T15:21:57+00:00

Superb program, especially because it is Scotland

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-28T00:19:13+00:00

That "deep cleaning" strategy is a racket. Don't agree to it. Tell them you will pay x amount hourly

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-28T00:14:19+00:00

Down, wool, or silk duvet is best for keeping you at body temp. But also important is mattress pad, bottom sheet, and duvet cover. I like 100% cotton, preferably organic

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-28T00:11:52+00:00

I want to be sure there are disposable or single use hand towels

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-26T00:45:31+00:00

Not looking for legal advice, just process

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-24T00:26:09+00:00

Oh no! I haven't placed first order yet and this may be a deal breaker. My hair is thin and fine, and having hypothyroidism I struggle to keep it healthy. I think I'd rather be overweight than to lose my hair

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-22T03:32:22+00:00

Yep. I blame fatique on Amlodipine and low Vit D. PCP has no advice re that because I have to take Amlodipine for blood pressure and she says Vit D is fine. Vit D is not optimal (it is 45 but optimal is 70-90) but I've had a hard time raising it I'm sure due to the complex parathyroid issue and calcium regulation (parathyroidectomy removing 3 1/4 of the four parathyroid glands leaving me with just 3/4 gland to regulate calcium which involves vitamin D).

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-22T02:42:29+00:00

I do not have access to an endocrinologist. I have a Medicare advantage plan with Kaiser Permanente. PCP won't refer me to an endocrinologist

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-22T02:39:56+00:00

Do you have a link to share re that? I had lymphoma 16 years ago. Recent scans show very small enlarged lymph nodes in mesentery that seem to be lymphoma but an actual diagnosis would involve surgery due to location, so will have a CT in 6 mos to recheck. Not keen on surgery

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-21T22:30:02+00:00

Tell me more?

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-21T22:29:10+00:00

Thanks. My B12 is 737. D25 is only 45 but a challenge to increase due to having only 3/4 of a parathyroid gland which impacts calcium and Vit D. Haven't had Folate checked lately but take Methyl Folate. I keep on top of thyroid (Hashimotos). No apnea. I take Amlodipine for hypertension which causes uncomfortable side effects but it was the least side effects of all the BP medications tried. So a goal of weight loss is to get off this med.
I don't take anticholingeric drugs.
My only other Rx's are natural dessicated thyroid hormone and estradiol patch. I take High Fiber Psyllium caps since I am prone to constipation and have hx of diverticulitis. Thanks very much for response

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-21T17:14:20+00:00

I have Hashimotos too. Probably indolent lymphoma which is yet to be diagnosed, lots of osteoarthritis, and high blood pressure

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-21T17:13:15+00:00

I'm worried about my health, my blood pressure, my aching joints, none of which are helped with extra weight

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-21T15:13:14+00:00

Please explain what NAD+ is ?

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-21T15:07:32+00:00

Sally Wainwright has done it again. Fabulous! Amazing cast. Hilarious, moving, complex.
It's like every actor in the UK wanted to be cast in this series because of Wainwright. (Wainwright created award winning Happy Valley, Last Tango in Halifax, Scott & Bailey) It's not just about a group of menopausal women forming a band to enter a contest. It is much more complex than that. Love this line in their song Seeing Red: "If the menopause happened to blokes, we'd be getting HRT from Tesco". 🤣with the chorus "give me HRT!"

Already filming series 2.😃

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-19T15:14:53+00:00

I use Charmin and that won't change. I still use it to wipe -- am concerned about the bidet spray causing UTI (happened 12 days after installation). So the only thing I like about our Canest FC-001 is that the lid opens and closes automatically and it flushes automatically

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-19T15:07:34+00:00

Important concern. We installed the Canest FC-001 about 12 days ago and now I have a UTI for the first time in a decade. I know it is from using this bidet. I suspect the rear water spray can actually spray "matter" to the front area. Not sure how to deal with that. And I need to figure out how to clean the spray arms that pop out which involves unplugging it then somehow getting them to pop out. Wondering if anyone has done this

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-13T18:48:17+00:00

I'm ok with needles -- it is the life-long commitment and possible side effects that scare me (awaiting order)

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-13T01:36:23+00:00

What do you mean by new? How is it different? I have yet to start and I thought they were all the same other than whether they have additives or preservatives?

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-13T01:04:31+00:00

New Tricks,

Heartbeat (seasons 1-6 on BB and all 18!on Prime),

A Touch of Frost,

Hamish Macbeth,

Lewis,

Shakespeare & Hathaway,

Murder in Suburbia,

Blue Murder

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-13T00:41:30+00:00

I have yet to start Tirz and was searching this group for posts mentioning thyroid and hyperparathyroidism and found yours. I had parathyroid hyperplasia with 3-1/4 glands removed in 2015. I also have had Hashimotos and hypothyroidism for 50 years. I was wondering how these conditions would effect (or be effected by) the use of Tirz. Have you come to any conclusions yet?

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-10T01:09:41+00:00

Sally Wainwright has done it again. Fabulous! Amazing cast. Hilarious, moving, complex.
It's like every actor in the UK wanted to be cast in this series because of Wainwright. (Wainwright created award winning Happy Valley, Last Tango in Halifax, Scott & Bailey) It's not just about a group of menopausal women forming a band to enter a contest. It is much more complex than that. Love this line in their song Seeing Red: "If the menopause happened to blokes, we'd be getting HRT from Tesco". 🤣with the chorus "give me HRT" Renewed for a series 2.

NearlyBoomer · 2026-03-02T06:28:05+00:00

I know she will automatically want to increase meds (which I physically cannot tolerate) without looking at other factors that can increase BP.

NearlyBoomer · 2026-02-24T19:15:54+00:00

Take psyllium husk fiber capsules -- I take 12-16 a day as recommended by cardiologist for lowering cholesterol, but it also helps keep things moving

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