William Jay Smith, Poet and Craftsman of Rhythm, Dies at 97. William Jay Smith in 1990. William Jay Smith, a former United States poet laureate whose work was known both for its acuteness of observation and acuteness of craftsmanship, died on Tuesday in Pittsfield, Mass. He was 97. His son, Gregory Jay Smith, confirmed the death.
To help control tremor in your hand or arm when you are trying to use the hand, press the affected elbow against your body to stabilize your upper arm and then perform the movement. Wearing a rigid brace across a joint or putting a little weight on the hand may help to reduce tremor and restore control.
Five Tips for Dealing with Cracked Fingers and Hands. 1  1. Use the right product: Washing with harsh soaps can really dry out your skin. 2  2. Protect from the elements, keep moisture in: When the temperatures drop, the amount of moisture the air can hold also drops â meaning very low humidity levels. Cold temperatures and low humidity rapidly deplete skin of moisture, leading to dry skin â particularly on the most exposed parts of your body, like your hands. To protect your hands from the elements, keep the skin well moisturized and wear gloves.