DEAR DR. ROACH: Am I a doomed man? When I was 25, I survived a battle with testicular cancer. The good news is that 45 years later, after two kids and three grandkids, I’m in good health. The only medicine I take is gabapentin for peripheral neuropathy that was caused by the chemotherapy drugs I […]
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Cancer: Presentation is worth the effort when dealing in the age of technology.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Liam Hemsworth, 35; Orlando Bloom, 48; Patrick Dempsey, 59; Julia Louis-Dreyfus, 64. Happy Birthday: Pay attention. Be ready, willing and able to step in and take over. An enthusiastic approach and sympathetic attitude will buy you time, loyalty and insight into how to zigzag your way to the front of […]
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Stepdaughter’s gift for dad hurts her stepmom’s feelings
DEAR ABBY: My stepdaughter “Annie” gave my husband a photo album of his life for his 80th birthday. The album included pictures of his parents and grandparents as well as photos from his first marriage — to Annie’s mother. She included one picture of their wedding and two more of them posing as a loving […]
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Gemini:Excess is the enemy, whether it’s overreacting, engaging in indulgent behavior or taking on more than you can handle.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Zayn Malik, 32; Chasen Hampton, 50; Oliver Platt, 65; Howard Stern, 71. Happy Birthday: Get out, explore and go on adventures that test your skills and prompt you to discover your true potential. Embracing change will help you fine-tune your body, mind and soul. Stop overthinking and start letting your […]
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Daughter devastated by cheating boyfriend
DEAR ABBY: My 18-year-old daughter recently broke up with her boyfriend. She caught him on the phone talking with another female, and there were other signs of his cheating as well. She’s devastated, and so am I. I really liked the guy, but he obviously didn’t care for my daughter or her feelings. I told […]
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Taurus: Procrastinating isn’t going to fulfill your dreams, but acting on your gut feelings will help you surpass your expectations.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Amanda Peet, 53; Mary J. Blige, 54; Kim Coles, 63; Phyllis Logan, 69. Happy Birthday: Use your charm, intelligence and determination to get ahead. A change of location or direction will encourage success and a better lifestyle if you say no to temptation and refuse to let emotional matters lead […]
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Lonely widower badgers late wife’s friends with calls
DEAR ABBY: My friend of 30 years passed away two years ago. Her husband, with whom I had a cordial relationship, has been calling me and other friends of his wife nonstop. He usually calls with irrelevant nonsense. One time, I decided not to answer any of his many calls per day. When I finally […]
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Blood pressure level fluctuates after getting off all medications
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 89 and in good health. For six months, my systolic blood pressure was 113 mm Hg. Then, 10 days ago, it dropped to 88 mm Hg for a week. For today and the past week, it’s been 187/93 mm Hg. I was on a blood pressure medication, but my doctor […]
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Aries: Explore, fine-tune and represent yourself, and avoid indulgent behavior.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Evan Handler, 64; Pat Benatar, 72; George Foreman, 76; Rod Stewart, 80. Happy Birthday: Change is up to you. If you don’t like something, be honest and do whatever is necessary to improve your life. Reaching out and participating in events and activities that feel good, address a concern or […]
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Fiance’s ex-wife carries decades-old grudge
DEAR ABBY: My fiance’s daughter is having a baby. Her mother is helping give the shower. My fiance and his ex have been divorced for 21 years. She was the one who cheated, asked for the divorce and kicked him out. She threatened not to attend her daughter’s wedding because he was bringing me. We […]