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http://www.dispatch.co.za/2001/10/16/editoria/LP.HTM
Relocating For Health
Climate is among the oldest of man's experiments in the treatment of diseases. At the turn of the century it was believed that the right climate, good food and rest could cure many illnesses including, tuberculosis, upper respiratory diseases and arthritis. At that time tuberculosis was known as the 'White Plague' and was one of the most common and most life threatening diseases. Early experiments in its treatment included convalescent care and sabbaticals to the Southwest because of the benefit of its arid climate. Health-seekers came to the Southwest from all over the country in the hope that the desert air and life-giving sunshine would, if not cure, then arrest, their illnesses.
Perhaps reactions to changes in weather are as variable as the weather itself. In that case exploring all your options would be wise. Some people travel worldwide monitoring their physical reactions to varying climates as well as any other questions they may have before settling. Some of us cannot afford that luxury. Our decisions are heavily reliant on research at the local library, internet and even word of mouth. Maybe the doctor has recommended a move to increase you or your loved ones chances of surviving a debilitating life threatening disease. Or maybe you are suffering from a chronic condition and are contemplating a more suitable climate to ease the discomfort. Certainly questions like climate conditions, cost of living and medical care, home prices, culture, crime rate, taxes, education, applying for visas, crossing the border, economy, safety, road conditions, moving tips, advice on route to take, “Can we drink the water?” could be answered here.
This forum was created with the intention of addressing all those concerns associated with relocating to a new environment. It is intended to accommodate all age groups young and old, or future retirees who have developed chronic conditions through the years. All are welcome! We encourage posters to volunteer an analysis of their own neck of the woods. Who knows…. You might strike up a conversation with a resident, or citizen living in your target area.
We welcome your questions, perspectives and comments.
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Either Extreme is No Good ...This response submitted by Dee Lortt-Dean on 12/30/96.
Author's Email: thebabe@inetworld.net
I've had Ms for 10+ years now. All that I have learned from my own personal experience & from those I know with MS is that either extreme is no good, extreme heat, or extreme cold. Most of my friends with MS are more so affected by the heat than cold. For me, I respond poorly in both extremes. In the heat & humidity, I turn to rubber & am very weak, pretty much useless. In the cold, I become very stiff & rigid. It's as if my joints lock up & I walk like the tin-man. I live in San Diego, which has ideal climate for my condition. I do, however, visit family in Michigan. The fall is the best time to go, no miserable humidity & no freezing cold.
Arid Arizona is likely to cook as climate changes
Thursday, September 27, 2001
By Environmental News Network
There is likely to be decreased air quality in the state due to increased smog levels, leading to more frequent and severe attacks of asthma and other respiratory problems. Ozone-related health problems already warrant high concern in the state. Maricopa County, which includes Phoenix, had 74 Orange Alert days from 1997 to 1999. For the 40,000 children and 70,000 adults with asthma who live in Maricopa Country, smog is of special concern.
My state
This response submitted by on 12/5/96.
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I live in New Mexico & don't know how MS folks that live in the humid states survive. We visit North Carolina a lot & I CAN NOT handle it in the summer. It can be 100 degrees here but with 10% humidity who cares! In the humid states it seldom gets to 100 degrees but the humidity is so high that you can't find a cool place... or even breath. Here all you have to do is step in the shade. Here it will be 100 in the day & drop to 50 at night.... ummmmmm good sleeping!!!
Weather
This response submitted by Robert G. in San Francisco on 12/6/96.
Author's Email: pippin@hooked.net
I live in relatively moderate San Francisco; however, I find that when it is quite hot, I cannot walk well. That also happens when it is quite cold. And San Francisco is not that variable. Nevertheless, I am best when the weather is really moderate -- in the 70's and with moderate humidity (around 50 to 75 percent). It was curious, however, that the initial symptoms really took off when I was in Lillehammer, Norway in 1994 for the Winter Olympics. And that was before diagnosis. My neurologist says that the cold increased to reaction; however, it did not make the onset either more rapid or extreme. I would say to monitor reactions and choose the most workable situation based on journal entries of reactions over time and using a number of different experimental environments.
PA Humidity
This response submitted by SMM on 12/15/96.
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Humidity certainly affects my MS. The cold weather we have makes me stiff but certainly doesn't stir up my MS like our hot, humid days do. Everyone I know who has MS is affected the same way. I dread hot, humid days; I cannot function.
Others
I find weather certainly does affect me. I was told to watch out for summers, the heat would make me feel lousy and exacerbate my symptoms. Hot tubs ---yes!! I cannot do them anymore. But , so far, general hot summer weather did not bother me. Cold, however, makes me go absolutely spastic! I have trouble walking, and even talking! The cold seems to bother me much more than the heat. so, --yes, weather can affect you with MS, but HOW is the question.
"You can sit in Chicago all winter and stare at the dirty snow and not go outside," Barbee says. Or, you can sit in the desert sun and feel better. In either case, studies show, lung function doesn't change, but the patient's outlook does."
Resources
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http://enn.com/news/enn-stories/2001/09/09272001/s_45095.asp
http://dizzy.library.arizona.edu/branches/spc/pams_old1/health.html
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