Adolphus S. Solomons: Forgotten 19th Century Communal Activist
There are many observant Jews who contributed much to secular and Jewish life in America and yet have, unfortunately, been essentially forgotten. One such man is Adolphus Simson Solomons (1826-1910).
Psycho-Nerological Testing: What to do With the Results
Last week I discussed a question that haunts many well spouses: not knowing if the difficult and often inappropriate behavior frequently displayed by their partners are caused by the disease and therefore not-controllable, or if the behavior is a choice the spouse makes and can therefore be changed. This doubt can be the source of much frustration and many marital disagreements. One way of alleviating this doubt is by having a psycho- neurological work up done. But that path is not so simple.
Survivor’s Guilt
In my previous three columns (1-7, 1-21 & 2-04-2011) I wrote about my experience with thyroid cancer - a disease that I actually had twice, almost nine years apart. I was very lucky that this is a very curable carcinoma, and even more fortunate that I never felt any real discomfort or pain from the two surgeries and radioactive iodine treatments I underwent. Even when I was very hypothyroid - a prerequisite for the radioactive iodine to have the maximum affect on any cancer cells that were not removed by the surgery - I still felt fine.
Politically Correct Krimkeit
The Presbyterian Church USA voted to divest from three companies that do business with Israel.
How To Run With Kids
I did not start my training with the idea that my children would join me.
How To Get Through Homework
In my house, I like to give my children a chance to unwind and eat dinner before homework.
Be Mindful Of Hidden Cholim
I knew that there would be many women at this Chanukah party who, like me, were reeling over the news that a friend of ours had been niftar a couple of days earlier from cancer. We were beyond shocked.
Secular Organizations In Poland
I am often asked what Jewish life in Poland is really like.
‘No-ing’ vs. ‘Knowing’
Don't assume that the "no" from a doctor is based on "know"ledge.
Torah MiTzion Kollel In Warsaw
Every time I come to Poland there is some new sign of the resurgence of the religious Jewish community.
Social Inappropriateness
Socially inappropriate behavior is part and parcel of chronic illness.
Vegan Black Tahini Truffles
The nuttiness of the sesame adds a lot of depth to the dates and chocolate coating.
Gowns That Make You Shine
I don’t see women as sizes and I just want to make women feel beautiful.
Confused About What To Use?
I often get asked about the difference between spelt and whole wheat and the benefits of quinoa and what it counts as in a...
Please Place Brain In Gear Before Operating The Mouth
None of us would deliberately hurt our friends. We would not tell jokes about the blind to a blind person or to a relative of a blind person.
Clean Jokes
Welcome back to “You’re Asking Me?” where we answer questions sent in by confused readers who thought they were writing in to Dr. Yael. That said, I’d like to thank all the readers who wrote in. I’m going to attempt to address your questions, not so much because I know the answers, but more so that I have an excuse to get out of cleaning for Pesach.
Happily Ever After?
Where once divorce in heimische communities was relatively uncommon, nowadays every family has a son, daughter, sibling cousin who is divorced – sometimes twice or even three times!
Medical Mindfulness
It’s important to be mindful of changes not just in yourself, but in the activities, habits and personality of family members and close friends.
Don’t Take The Bait – How Did We Get Here? (Part III)
How did this generation of parents get to the point of being intimidated by their children?
A Non-Shidduch Tale: The Path Not Taken
A young lady in her early 20’s, “Sarah” was redt to “Shlomie” a boy from her home town who learned in an out-of-town yeshiva. The families know each other well, which in today’s shidduch scene is a big plus – since it was therefore unlikely the kids would “fall in” due to misinformation and misinterpretations.
Under The Influence?
Young people tend to be too naive and idealistic to fully fathom the implications of their actions.
90 Seconds – A Summer Never to Forget
This past summer was a powerful one for the Jewish people. I will always remember where I was on June 12th when I found...
What Is Mine Is Yours
The trauma of our son-father kidney transplant has never faded from my memory.
Shevi’s Journey – Chapter X!V
Indeed, the number on the scale was lower than it had been the week before. A flush crept up onto my face as a happy feeling wormed down my body and I sat back down.
Ostroleka Jewish Cemetery Exposed During Roadwork
The Jewish community in Ostroleka Poland was first established in the 17th century and like all other communities in Poland saw good times and bad. At the beginning of the 20th century the community numbered 6,219. During WWI the Russian Army destroyed the town while retreating and many Jews left for other cities, especially Warsaw. But after the war, Jews returned to Ostrolekaand by 1921 they numbered 3,352, more then a third of the total population.
Modern Day Heroes (Part II)
Years ago, when I was starting out in my chosen profession most people were able to keep the job they had trained for their whole lives. By the year 2000, the picture had changed and it was predicted that people just starting in the work force would change professions at least six times before they retired. They would not just change jobs, but they would have to completely learn something different from their original dream.