talkingpointsmemo.com - 8/26/2008
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From ABC ...
In a presidential race marked by references to preparedness in the face of the 3 a.m. call, the revelation that presumptive Republican nominee Sen. John McCain has taken the sleeping pill Ambien during his travels raises concerns that the rare side effects of the medication could impair his judgment.
"Taking more than the recommended dosage of Ambien or combining it with ...
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Ahead of the curve, as usual...
Blah3 Feed —
I blogged last week about McCain's use of Ambien and how it troubles me. Today, Josh Marshall brings it up. Welcome aboard, Josh.
Look At The Moonbats Go!
Pirate's Cove —
... of dementia. 22% of Americans over 70 are affected by mild cognitive impairment, while 13% of Americans over 65 have Alzheimer’s. Ronald Reagan was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at age 83, but early signs were evident during his first term. Britain’s “Iron Lady” Margaret Thatcher developed dementia at age 75.
Prescriptions can also adversely affect mental function. McCain takes Simvastatin, an arthritis drug that can cause memory loss. McCain also takes Ambien to sleep, which can cause amnesia and “fugue ...
Look At The Moonbats Go!
Stop The ACLU —
... Nor can we afford the risk of dementia. 22% of Americans over 70 are affected by mild cognitive impairment, while 13% of Americans over 65 have Alzheimer’s. Ronald Reagan was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at age 83, but early signs were evident during his first term. Britain’s “Iron Lady” Margaret Thatcher developed dementia at age 75. Prescriptions can also adversely affect mental function. McCain takes Simvastatin, an arthritis drug that can cause memory loss . McCain also takes Ambien to sleep , which can cause amnesia and “fugue states” like the one that ...
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