DEAR DR. ROACH: Three years ago (at age 79), I had a mild stroke. I was in and out of the hospital during the same day, but I soon reverted to normal. However, two mysterious side effects did remain: First, although my right shoulder still works well (I can do weight lifting and pushups), it […]
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Libra: Be aware of what’s happening around you, and stay focused on what’s important.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Amber Riley, 38; Matt Groening, 70; Melissa Manchester, 73; Jane Seymour, 73. Happy Birthday: Relax, live in the moment and don’t feel obligated to take on too much or bend to the whims of others. Choose what fits your schedule and makes you feel good about yourself and what you […]
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Mother can’t understand why son has walked away
DEAR ABBY: I’ve always been close to my children, but now that they are adults, it seems I’m losing my connection with one of them. He married a girl of a different race, and while that doesn’t bother me, I have a strong hunch she’s the reason he has distanced himself from not only me, […]
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The best medicine for Type 2 diabetes is actually none
DEAR DR. ROACH: What’s the best medication for Type 2 diabetes? — P.H. ANSWER: If I asked one of the students or residents I teach to answer that question, I would warn them that it’s a trick. The best medicine is none. In most cases, Type 2 diabetes can be prevented and treated with a […]
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Virgo: Don’t be afraid to show your feelings or to find out where you stand with someone you love.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Danai Gurira, 46; Simon Pegg, 54; Meg Tilly, 64; Terry Gross, 73. Happy Birthday: Assess your life and plan to incorporate more of what makes you happy and content while eliminating or restructuring what’s standing in your way. Small but consequential moves will go under the radar, alleviating interference and […]
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Cash gift from in-laws wounds husband’s pride
DEAR ABBY: My sister-in-law on my wife’s side stayed a week and a half with us in Florida. I love her very much, and we all had a lovely visit. She has stayed with us before, alone and with my brother-in-law. We welcome them with open arms. Family means a lot to us. Now to […]
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Zyrtec, both inexpensive and safe, works for interstitial cystitis
DEAR DR. ROACH: My urologist prescribed Elmiron for my interstitial cystitis (IC), and it worked well. But the cost became prohibitive, so he suggested Zyrtec at bedtime. While it’s not quite as good as Elmiron, Zyrtec is working for me. My question is, how safe is it to stay on Zyrtec indefinitely? — Anon. ANSWER: […]
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Leo: Use your voice to let others know how you feel.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mena Suvari, 45; Kelly Hu, 56; Peter Gabriel, 74; Stockard Channing, 80. Happy Birthday: Take the necessary steps to keep things running smoothly this year. You’ll accomplish the most if you stick to basics, utilize everything you can and discard what you no longer need. Simplifying your life will give […]
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Man may have skipped coursework on decency
DEAR ABBY: Our wonderful daughter has her doctorate. She’s a hardworking professor, a job she loves. Her husband, “Phil,” has three master’s degrees and also his doctorate. In their 20 years of marriage, he has not worked a single job. He would say he is a writer, but if I am generous, he has earned […]
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Is it necessary to stop taking Viagra after a stroke?
DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband had a small stroke last spring, causing a small loss of vision in his left eye. He is 81 and an otherwise active man. He has even been told by several doctors that he can drive. One doctor told him to stop using meclizine and Viagra. Another physician said that […]