DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a 3 mm piece of shrapnel lodged in my skull bone. This is a result of military action back in 1967. A recent X-ray continues to show the shrapnel after all these years. I would say that the piece is half in and half out of the skull bone. At […]
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Capricorn: Focus on how you earn your living and handle your cash; you’ll save yourself the worry and torment of debt.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: America Ferrera, 40; Melissa Joan Hart, 48; Conan O’Brien, 61; Jane Leeves, 63. Happy Birthday: Stop putting pressure on yourself, and implement changes that point you in a desired direction. Take responsibility for your happiness, look for opportunities to engage in activities or explore uplifting options that give way to […]
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Romance between relatives upsets pairs close friend
DEAR ABBY: My husband’s best friend, “Kevin,” lost his wife three years ago. He’s currently in a relationship with his niece (his deceased brother’s daughter). Kevin is in his 60s; she’s in her 50s. We find this disgusting and do not condone it. They are both from Portugal. Is this acceptable in other countries? We […]
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Inguinal hernia grows in size, prompting a surgical repair
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m an 83-year-old healthy woman. In 2019, I became aware of a little bulge in my groin and suspected an inguinal hernia. It was confirmed by my family doctor. Given its small size and the fact that it gets reduced easily, we decided to wait and watch it. An ultrasound revealed that […]
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Sagittarius: Rely on your intelligence and ability to figure out your best path forward.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rooney Mara, 39; Jennifer Garner, 52; Liz Phair, 57; Sean Bean, 65. Happy Birthday: Engage in what makes you happy. Choose to explore possibilities, live in the moment and enjoy what life has to offer. Broaden your awareness, skills and relationships with people who share your interests. Expansion and exploration […]
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Generous gift isn’t enough for mom who asks for more
DEAR ABBY: I’m a professional, well-educated adult who moved back home because of concerns about my father’s health as well as having landed a much better job. As an extra perk, I’ve been able to save money to pay toward my student loans, as well as spoil my parents a bit as they grow older. […]
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Low iron levels might affect blood donor’s depression
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am wondering if there is any link between low iron and depression/anxiety. I am a 37-year-old woman, and I started taking Lexapro a few years ago. I upped my dose last year because I wasn’t feeling great, and my doctor and I decided that it was a good step to take. […]
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Scorpio: Refuse to let what others do stand in your way. Live life your way,
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jon Cryer, 59; Martin Lawrence, 59; Ellen Barkin, 70; Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, 77. Happy Birthday: Scatter your energy in directions that support personal growth and positive change. Diversify, and participate in events and activities that encourage you to stretch your imagination and physically challenge yourself. Push yourself to do more and […]
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Woman rages at husband for getting a good job
DEAR ABBY: My niece, “Elle,” and her husband, “Liam,” have been self-employed for 20 years, but due to the economy, Liam decided to go into the workforce. He is now employed at a state job with great pay and benefits for them and their four children. Our family is elated for him and his family, […]
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Lymphedema in both legs requires continuous drainage
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have lymphedema in both legs, and I’m undergoing drainage every day for two hours for the next two weeks. They wrap my legs with four to five different wraps and lightly massage them in an upward motion. I sleep in a recliner, and I sit in my wheelchair most of the […]