Hi Bob- I am so very happy to hear that Liz is improving and even got in the pool! Best of all they can now control her treatment with a targeted medicine rather than taking a guess.

I have migraines and the new medications, for me and my insurance, $500/16 pills!

To help Liz's breathing have her try and slow it down and get into a comfortable rhythm. I do pursed-lipped breathing. There are many kinds of breathing that can be done but I find this the best. When she climbs stairs try and get her to keep breathing? If I'm in a hurry I hold my breath and wind up having to stop and pant instead of breathing slowly.

It's my turn next week for my 25th year CT scan! So I'll be traveling to MGH on Thursday but I will have my cell phone and can check messages.

Hope that it's not too hot for the pool!

Merry