CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Maisie Williams, 23; Emma Watson, 30; Seth Rogen, 38; Emma Thompson, 61. Happy Birthday: Being precise and articulate regarding your thoughts, plans and feelings will encourage good results. Aim high, show integrity and compassion, and focus on being your best and bringing out the best in those you encounter. Personal […]
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How dangerous is secondhand vape smoke?
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a nonsmoking woman living with a smoker. He smoked cigarettes outside. Now he is vaping, but inside. How dangerous is secondhand vape smoke? I am having a problem finding any information on the subject. Could you please inform me? — H.D. ANSWER: You can’t find much because there is little […]
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Woman with new boyfriend keeps neighbor up at night
DEAR ABBY: I live in a densely populated luxury high-rise apartment building in a busy downtown neighborhood that has a diverse mix of residents. I have lived here for four years and have never really had many issues, until recently. My next-door neighbor works in the medical field that at times has very late or […]
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Libra: Go the extra mile to discourage others from taking advantage
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Abigail Breslin, 24; Sarah Michelle Gellar, 43; Adrien Brody, 47; Brad Garrett, 60. Happy Birthday: A clear head and conscience will be crucial this year if you don’t want to miss an opportunity. Refuse to let others interfere in your plans. Reject emotional meddling, and carry on without conflict. Call […]
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Prostate meds are interfering with love life
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a male, 67 years old, and I am afflicted with urinary problems — having to urinate several times a night, burning after urinating and the need to urinate often in small amounts only. My doctor prescribed tamsulosin, 0.4 mg. For more than a year, I have taken one capsule every […]
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Mom tires of chauffeuring daughter without a license
DEAR ABBY: My 20-year-old daughter refuses to get her driver’s license. She took the learner’s permit test four times when she was 16, failed it each time and gave up. She goes to college online and has a job at the local store. Next week she is going to be promoted to assistant manager. I […]
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Virgo: Trying something new, sharing will spark changes
Horoscope for Monday, April 13
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Leo: Give 100 percent effort and be rewarded handsomely
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Allison Williams, 32; Lorenzo Cain, 34; Rick Schroder, 50; Al Green, 74. Happy Birthday: Getting upset over something you cannot change will hold you back. Be secretive regarding your plans until you have everything in place. Fill out forms that will help you receive assistance in reaching your goal. Go […]
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Surgery not indicated for aneurysm until it reaches certain size
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a very active 78-year-old woman. I had a CT scan for calcium and an aneurysm of the ascending thoracic aorta was found. In 2014 it measured 3.6 cm and in 2019 3.7. My doctor flippantly said “I’ll see you in five years.” No other comments from him. Is there anything […]
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Words of encouragement help keep the country’s spirits up
DEAR ABBY: I believe that love conquers all. The worldwide coronavirus is teaching us we are all one in body, but not yet in spirit. Every day may not be good, but there is good in every day. Don’t count the days — make the days count by throwing a kiss, sharing a smile with […]