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An encounter with old age, opioids and Berniecare

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SAN ANTONIO, Texas—Two weeks ago today, we came here for Stew to have spinal surgery. Our sojourn has delivered unexpected encounters too with the uncertainties that lie ahead as we both age; a brush with the notorious opioid oxycodone; reminders of what it would be like to live back in the U.S., and the wonders …

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The debate over medical care in Mexico

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There aren't many sure shots in life.Medical care in Mexico is not among them.      The constant chatter among San Miguel expats about medical care reminds me of the fleet of old American cars cautiously sputtering, wheezing and farting along the streets of Havana.Invariably there is something wrong with one of them and opinions abound, expressed with much …

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