One reason to stay with Warfarin is that its effects can be instantly reversed with a Vit K shot, whereas the newer more sophisticated anti-coagulants can take 24 hours. That could be catastrophic to anyone having, for instance a gastric bleed.
I know Warfarin is a bit of a “sledgehammer to crack a nut”, but it is still preferable for some conditions.
Years of experience of that from 2011-Paw’s death in 2017.
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so I'll be waiting outside until I'm called through
Ellan I think you've told me before, but why can't you change from Warfarin to Eliquis, or whatever it's called?
No need for blood tests, so much more suitable for current conditions! 
And it should be wasn't not want...I did preview it honestly
For all of us missing our grandchildren- I'll share my pocket hug which I received yesterday. was such a surprise when I saw the little packet on the mat as I knew I want expecting anything. Think I may have something in my eye...
Good morning everyone ???
It's a beautiful day here in Godalming, cloudless blue sky and weak sunshine but too early to have any real warmth yet. 22c forecast for midday ?
An uneventful run at 05.30 but I had a 15 minute sit down and fed the quackers some broken crackers whilst enjoying my iced cappuccino. Some smoke coming from the chimney of a moored narrowboat told me someone else was up and about.
I love the clean fresh peaceful mornings.
Once home and after shower I pottered outside before making a strong espresso and eating toasted muffins with eggs Benedict decorated with chopped flat leaf parsley...quite pretty to look at and delicious to eat.
Nowt much planned for the rest of today as I cleaned inside of windows yesterday and washed the tiled kitchen floor and skirtings...in fact I did the kitchen wall and floor cupboards too - at least it's good exercise.
I bought some all white Frette bedding yesterday. My bedroom will look like a nunnery as it's all white except for black wrought iron lamp stands with white cotton shades and a mahogany bed. It's my favourite room.
I took these photos earlier after my run so still not getting proper sun. Just a small corner of the courtyard at the back of my portion of the property, which is quite large really, with fields and trees bordering three sides and a lane down the drive - a wing of the main residence.
I hope everyone enjoys a good or better day and the sun shines to lift your spirits.
Take care and ?? for all GNers.
Good Morning All x
A lovely sunny start of what is to be a glorious few days, but that bloomin' wind is still cutting so it's a jumper again.
I've just had to put the sound up on the TV as some idiot is " practicing " on what sounds like a trumpet----wish he'd swallow it 
intermittent blasts which gets on your nerves.
Another neighbour is burning rubbish in the wood-burner and it smells like old socks---not a good morning really.
I'm getting a bit het up at the thought of having to see the nurse at the surgery tomorrow for my INR. Surgeries are full of germs so I'll be waiting outside until I'm called through.
Creamed mushrooms on toast today, nice and easy to do and nourishing too----could eat that now 
Marmite on toast because I've run out of crumpets so it calls for a visit to the local shop today.
So glad your pension's sorted Urmston, though not a fortune it's better than a poke in the eye with a big stick.
Just reading about our strain of the virus being linked to Spain, accelerated mainly by the Liverpool/Madrid football which was played on March 11th ! Who allowed it I wonder ?
It has killed over 900 in Merseyside.! At the time the Madrid supporters weren't allowed to watch the match from their homeland----but were allowed to travel/fly to Liverpool and mix with supporters in Liverpool. No wonder it spread {shock]
Poor Gillybob, yet I got through to the bank a couple of days ago, but not about a loan so it could have been a different department. Keep trying girl. x
Stay safe and well everyone. xx
Good morning all from a sunny mid-Notts. An overflowing laundry basket beckons this morning!! Chilli for tea tonight. Stay safe everyone and may Wednesday be kind to us all x
Good morning Mick and all his followers.
Well done for being up early enough to see frost Ginny! Still not up here 
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A beautiful morning in Suffolk after a clear night with a stunning moon.
Yesterday I cleaned the bathroom tiles with Cif and a toothbrush. Today I shall order a long handled scrubbing brush!
Today may be the day when we fire up the pressure washer for the first time - this could get messy!
A 20 mile round trip to click and collect. Who though rural living would have the hidden benefit of a reason to take a drive?!
I’m another waspi but I did get one year closer on Sunday .
Have the best day you can.
Good Morning from a bright and sunny Black Country.
No real plans today (no surprise there then) . It's a milestone getting your SP Urmston, I had mine aged 64 1/2. I get £174.96 a week (why can't they round it up to £175 )
Welcome bartsmaw I hope you will enjoy the support and friendship in here.
I feel so angry on your behalf gilly, surely you should take this to your MP or your local newspaper?
Wishing you all the best day possible
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