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  1. ricitosdeplata

    Medical power of attorney for health care and directive to physicians

    @sailor, no hay de que. This is not an easy topic and one I explored mainly because I was nudged by a couple of family members who I have to thank. I'm glad you got your papers in order. The person I talked to at the consulate has not given me a definitive answer yet. If I don't get an answer...
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    Medical power of attorney for health care and directive to physicians

    @Kitsambler , my most recent experience has been with my father's passing and due to a worsening chronic condition he was vehement that he did not not want any heroic measures. So I was highly motivated to find out what we would need when the time of his end came. My research result is that if...
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    Medical power of attorney for health care and directive to physicians

    Igualmente, @sailor. Thank you for your suggestion. Eres muy amable. I just sent an email requesting information from the Spanish Consulate in Houston, Texas. It was a simple email but I tried my hand at writing in Spanish, with a little help from the internet.
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    Medical power of attorney for health care and directive to physicians

    @MendiWalker, will check that out.
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    Medical power of attorney for health care and directive to physicians

    Directivo anticipado = advanced directive. I just found a pdf of a Spanish advanced directive and what looks like my medical power of attorney. http://www.caringcommunity.org/advanced-care-planning/advance-directives/advance-health-care-directive-english-and-spanish/ Looks like I won't have...
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    Thigh chafing

    Jockey skimmies might help.
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    Medical power of attorney for health care and directive to physicians

    I guess paperclipping this info to my passport would be the best place for this info.
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    Medical power of attorney for health care and directive to physicians

    In 1997 I drew up a Medical Power of Attorney for Health Care and a Directive to Physicians related to end of life decisions. Does anyone know how a situation in which there is a solo traveler unable to communicate about medical treatment is treated in Spain? The chances are slim that I would...
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    Is permethrin carcinogenic?

    @viajero.ken, I have the same question. Sawyer permethrin says the application is good for 42 days.
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    Is permethrin carcinogenic?

    Weighing the risks vs the benefits, I'm wondering if it's worth it. I'm undecided. Has anybody had good results (no bedbugs) by treating your backpack?
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    kt tape

    @malingerer, Great you found something to help your knees. I have some knee problems so I'm bringing some kinesio tape with me. I know everybody says don't bring this or that because you can get it in modern Spain but read a post about someone having trouble getting it on CF even in a couple of...
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    Hot feet for no reason

    @nidarosa, I think it is a wise decision to get a medical evaluation.it looks like there are several medical conditions that could cause the problem, some very serious, but some very correctable.
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    Blister Prevention and Foot Care

    Take a look at this website. It's a link on the one recommended by @Wokabaut_Meri and specifically for blisters between toes added to the already suggested application of moisturizers. See what is says about the importance of reapplying moisturizers or antifriction lotions ...
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    Severe allergies on the camino?

    Thanks smj6. Annie ' s blog was very informative.
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    Lack of electrolytes – an issue on the Camino?

    Good point,Anniesantiago. Found an article on foods to replace the electrolytes and minerals lost in exercising. Looks like I'm already eating these foods. Maybe just have to up my intake.
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    Lack of electrolytes – an issue on the Camino?

    Maybe a medical person could help with explaining why "isotonic" solutions are best. My understanding is that the best absorbed drinks are the same concentration of salts and carbs as the cells in our body. So diluting a sports drink may get the taste right but the salt concentration will be...
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    Lack of electrolytes – an issue on the Camino?

    T2andreo, thanks for increasing my Spanish vocabulary. It will be interesting how much my Spanish should improve after trying to negotiate all the different issues I might encounter. Seems like a great way of learning a language. Wish I could stay longer. Now if only I could do my family tree...
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    Lack of electrolytes – an issue on the Camino?

    Anemone, is there an effervescent capsule you prefer?
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    Lack of electrolytes – an issue on the Camino?

    Lot of good ideas shared. I tried to get Aquarius mix since we don't have it bottled here, but the manufacturer won't send it to US. But now I have a t least 3 names of electrolyte products I know are sold in Spain. I'll see about Camelback's tablets if I decide to go the Camino Frances instead...
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    Lack of electrolytes – an issue on the Camino?

    Looked it up and it looks like it has what I need. Thanks, for the info.

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