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AN UPDATE ON MICHAEL ANNISBack in June dealer Beth Deisher told us about Michael Annis, who is hospitalized with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). Web site visitor Nelson Anderson writes: He was my coin dealer 30 years ago. It was with great sorrow I read of his challenge with ALS. How is he? I asked Beth for an update, and she writes: My husband and I visited with Mike for about 2 hours last Sunday. There has been noticeable decline since we saw him in July. He cannot walk now, whereas in July he could move about using a walker. Also, although he can still use his hands somewhat, dexterity has declined. He lost his ability to speak last spring. He has a board with the alphabet and points to letters individually to spell out words in order to be able to communicate. A couple of weeks ago he was moved to a different facility, where he can get additional therapy. He says the new therapy is helping him retain limited use of his hands. Also, about a month ago, a feeding tube was inserted because he can no longer swallow. I know he would love to hear from friends in the numismatic community. His mind is keen. Reading and watching TV is about the extent of what he is able to do. His address is:
Michael Annis
Thanks, Beth. It's great to know Michael is coping with his difficult situation, and that he has great friends like you to visit. I hope many E-Sylum readers take the opportunity to send him their best wishes. I've already passed this information on to Nelson.
-Editor
To read the earlier E-Sylum article, see:
MORE ON MICHAEL ANNIS
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