DEAR DR. ROACH: It has been almost a year now that I had my physical with my general doctor, and I’m mulling over whether to return to her for this year’s physical. I am a 73-year-old man with usually unremarkable physical exams except for low HDL. I have a history of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation, with […]
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Taurus: Avoid outlandish ideas and spending on something wasteful Pick your battles wisely
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Teala Dunn, 25; Ian Somerhalder, 43; Teri Hatcher, 57; James Galway, 82. Happy Birthday: Set goals, and take the liberty to pour your time and skills into making your dream come true. Refuse to let anyone discourage you or meddle in your plans. A positive attitude, realistic approach and moderate […]
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Cousin remains tangled in relatives longtime feud
DEAR ABBY: My cousin “Scotty” invited my husband and me to see his new house. He made it clear, several times, that my sister and her husband, “Ian,” are not invited because his wife doesn’t like Ian. My sister and brother-in-law would have no problem if they never saw Scotty again, and I didn’t intend […]
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Fasting no longer strictly required for glucose or cholesterol
DEAR DR. ROACH: My nurse practitioner just ordered blood tests, including blood sugar and cholesterol. He said I didn’t need to fast for either of them, but to inform the lab that I wasn’t fasting. This surprised me, since I’ve been fasting for years for these tests. I asked him if I could have coffee, […]
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Aries: Be smart about the way you handle your peers, and you will gain respect and support
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Emily Browning, 33; C. Thomas Howell, 55; Tom Waits, 72; Ellen Burstyn, 89. Happy Birthday: Put in the effort and you will reap the rewards. A fast pace, quick mind and creative imagination will take you where you want to go. It’s up to you to take advantage of the […]
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Hot and cold boyfriend drops all communication
DEAR ABBY: I was in a relationship (nine months) up until about a month ago. Without going into a lot of detail, the guy I was seeing ghosted me without any warning. We had a great conversation on a Thursday night, and Friday morning he blocked my calls, email, etc. I have no idea what […]
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Is berberine beneficial for blood sugar control?
DEAR DR. ROACH: I would like your advice on the supplement berberine. My husband is a Type 2 diabetic, and he recently read an article about the benefits of berberine for lowering blood sugar. It’s supposedly better than cinnamon, which he is currently taking. — A.H. ANSWER: A few years ago, cinnamon was very popular […]
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Pisces: A change in the way you handle money matters will help resolve a debt
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Millie Davis, 15; Lindsay Price, 45; Judd Apatow, 54; JoBeth Williams, 73. Happy Birthday: Look over your options, and consider who you want to spend time with before making long-term plans. Being honest with yourself and others will make it easier for you to develop good relationships and satisfy your […]
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Mans need for contact gobbles up friends time
DEAR ABBY: I have a friend, a gay man in his 60s. We met while we worked for the same company 11 years ago, and have stayed in touch even after I moved out of state. He has never had a relationship. He didn’t have a great childhood or upbringing, and his self-esteem is low. […]
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Aquarius: The input you offer will help you gain respect and encourage others to give you credit
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ross Bagley, 33; Frankie Muniz, 36; Margaret Cho, 53; John Rzeznik, 56. Happy Birthday: Pay attention to detail. Listen carefully, verify information and assess situations before you make promises. Dedication and loyalty will help dismiss uncertainty and insecurity. Search for the truth, but don’t let disappointment and anger consume you. […]