CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kevin Jonas, 37; Tatum O’Neal, 61; Bryan Adams, 65; Art Garfunkel, 83. Happy Birthday: Refresh and begin again. Wipe your slate clean and clear the path for better days ahead. Use your imagination and change whatever is slowing you down. Refuse to let anyone take advantage of you physically or […]
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Case of myasthenia gravis isn’t due to a statin, as suspected
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 75-year-old woman who is active in many ways. I did the swimming leg for a triathlon female relay team, which was 2-3 miles in the open ocean. So, I am baffled by my recent diagnosis of myasthenia gravis (MG)! Reading as much as possible for a clue, I found a […]
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Relatives’ estate planning left siblings out in the cold
DEAR ABBY: When my husband, “Sid,” was a young adult, his mother died by suicide. A few years later, when his maternal grandparents died, his mother’s two siblings inherited his grandparents’ estate. Other family members have commented that it seemed wrong for Sid and his sister to be disinherited from their mother’s share of the […]
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Virgo: Someone will be eager to use what you reveal against you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Taylor Tomlinson, 31; Matthew McConaughey, 55; Ralph Macchio, 63; Kathy Griffin, 64. Happy Birthday: Set goals, press play and continue until you get the desired results. A positive spin, creativity and accumulating information will encourage confidence and success. Sign up for lectures that offer insight into your options, and you […]
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Liver specialist feels it’s best to remove a cyst growing in size
DEAR DR. ROACH: I was diagnosed with several liver cysts over 15 years ago. My primary doctor and I follow the growth of the cysts by ultrasound, and one is increasing in size. We did an MRI with and without contrast to take a look at the cyst. The radiologist stated that the cyst looked […]
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Jilted ex eager to resurrect a relationship
DEAR ABBY: I had a five-year relationship with a man. We broke up because he was unfaithful. Even though I’m willing to forgive and still have feelings for him, my kids don’t like this man and don’t want me to reconnect with him. My children say that if I do, they no longer want to […]
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Leo: Personal gain, growth and gratification are within reach if you do what brings you joy.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Elizabeth Smart, 37; Gemma Ward, 37; Colin Kaepernick, 37; Dolph Lundgren, 67. Happy Birthday: Solidify your plans and forge ahead with optimism. Trust your instincts instead of relying on others’ opinions. Take the initiative, build your future around your needs and make changes that promote happiness. You have plenty to […]
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Relationship with daughter has deteriorated amid hardships
DEAR ABBY: My daughter was diagnosed with a disease. Soon after, she decided to marry a man she’d met. I’m not fond of the guy, and I find it difficult to have a relationship with him. They moved to another state, and I asked that she not bring him to this house. However, every chance […]
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Cancer:Communication will uncover feelings and possibilities that can change your lifestyle or the dynamics of a meaningful relationship.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Marisol Nichols, 51; David Schwimmer, 58; k.d. lang, 63; Stefanie Powers, 82. Happy Birthday: It’s up to you to implement positive change and make things happen. Incorporate new techniques into your skill set. Being a forerunner in your circle will put you in a good position and enable you to […]
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Unfaithful ex ponders a pass at married former spouse
DEAR ABBY: I have been divorced from my ex-husband, “Paul,” for 20 years. I never remarried. The divorce was mostly my fault because I was unfaithful. We never tried to save our marriage. He immediately started dating and remarried 18 months later. We have remained friends due to having four children and now grandchildren. I […]