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Costco Travel cover story

Another reason to use Costco Travel [“Destination: The world,” February 2023] is for rental cars. I had a rental car company try to bill me for over $1,000 worth of damage to the car after I had dropped it off. Because I rented through Costco, I was able to contact customer support and it was taken care of with no additional hassle on my end. If I had to fight with the car rental company, I don’t think it would have ended as happily.

Sharon Davids, Kirkland, Illinois

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Highlighting heart health

I appreciated the article on atrial fibrillation [A-fib; “Getting in rhythm,” February 2023]. I had A-fib for years before I was properly diagnosed. Thankfully, it is now controlled with [medication] and avoidance of my strongest triggers: alcohol, as mentioned in the article; monosodium glutamate (MSG); and aspartame (an artificial sweetener).

Identifying personal triggers and reading labels carefully can help avoid setting off an unexpected bout of this rhythmic disorder.

Ann Puyana, Orlando, Florida

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Thank you for spotlighting a very common and potentially lethal heart arrhythmia. After my [fourth heart] attack, my physician suggested that I try a beta-blocker. I have been free of A-fib since starting the medication seven years ago.

Robert Kuske, MD, FAACE, FABS, Scottsdale, Arizona

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Making a difference

Thanks, @Costco for promoting #economiccensus in your [February 2023] #costcoconnection issue. Starting today millions of businesses in the U.S. will receive the Econ Census form, helping us [give] a full portrait of the economy.

@Marimar_Malagon

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Sustainable actions

Bravo, Costco, for not only making a sustainability commitment but also for making it easy for customers to remain in the loop about it [“Meeting our goals,” January 2023]. To paraphrase something stated in the article, one step that may seem small really can make a difference.

Beth Glaspie, Essex Junction, Vermont

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Correction

The correct link for Dr. Swarbrick’s Eight Dimensions of Wellness [Member Poll, January 2023] is cspnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Wellness-8-Dimensions.pdf.

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Natural Delights Chinese Chicken Salad

This fresh salad is packed with flavor and ready in minutes. View this recipe and others at Costco.com. Search: Quick & Easy and click “Soups & Salads.”

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