Neighbors, please seek medical care when symptoms of heart trouble appear.

This long-planned column is prompted into reality by Brent Meador’s recent emergency “heart shock” on the day he and Peggy, who live on Pin Oak, were scheduled to leave on a Washington DC vacation.

Peggy reported that, for 4 – 6 weeks, Brent ignored signs. The doctors hope his heart will be strong enough for an ablation in 2 – 3 months.  They appreciate prayers.

The procedure last week lowered ...