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spinbaby

(15,206 posts)
7. One thing I've definitely learned
Thu Mar 7, 2024, 02:59 PM
Mar 2024

When I was hospitalized recently, I quickly learned that no one listens to the old woman in the bed.

I wish I could rec this many times. DavidDvorkin Mar 2024 #1
And if you are female. . . niyad Mar 2024 #2
Doubly whammy. Old and female. Diamond_Dog Mar 2024 #4
Absolutely, double discrimination appalachiablue Mar 2024 #6
One thing I've definitely learned spinbaby Mar 2024 #7
We're referred to as GOMER's... agingdem Mar 2024 #3
I haven't had many problems so far Jilly_in_VA Mar 2024 #5
Yes on the list,,,, KarenS Mar 2024 #8
Always take it with you Jilly_in_VA Mar 2024 #9
hmmmm I think we should put the latest copy in the glove compartment KarenS Mar 2024 #10
Good idea Jilly_in_VA Mar 2024 #12
I WISH I could get health care providers to talk louder to me! ShazzieB Mar 2024 #11
Have you considered Jilly_in_VA Mar 2024 #13
Nothing helps DavidDvorkin Mar 2024 #14
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