Q&A on the News
Q: Concerning the full body scans at the airports, how does that affect people with hip and knee replacements and pacemakers?
-- Linda Sherrer, Loganville
A: The Transportation Security Administration Web site says the advanced imaging technology is safe to use for all travelers, including those with pacemakers and joint replacements. It says, "Passengers with joint replacements or other medical devices that would regularly alarm a metal detector often prefer this technology because it is quicker and less invasive than a pat down." As always, the TSA encourages travelers with pacemakers to carry their pacemaker identification card and show it to the security officers.
Q: Are there any nudist camps in Georgia? If so, what are the addresses and how do you join?
-- Rick Brewer, Smyrna
A: Our research and information from the camps identified five clothing-optional camps in Georgia. They are: Paradise Valley Resort & Club (49 Valley Drive, Dawsonville, GA 30534, 1-800-609-9704, 706-265-6110), Serendipity Park (95 Cedar Hollow Road, Cleveland, GA 30528, 1-888-683-3663, 706-219-3993), Bell Acres Resort (158 Bell Acres Road, Maysville, GA 30558, 1-800-432-1436, 706-677-2931), Mountain Creek Grove Resort (338 Cleveland Road, Cleveland, GA 30528, 706-865-6930, 1-800-863-6833) and Hidden River Resort (885 Reynolds Bridge Road, St. George, GA 31646, 912-843-2603). Each camp has different rates and rules regarding membership.
Lori Johnston wrote this column. Do you have a question about the news? We’ll try to get the answer. Call 404-222-2002 or e-mail q&a@ajc.com (include name, phone and city).
