DEAR DR. ROACH: I am writing to you about an orthopedic problem for which I hope you can suggest a treatment. Apparently, not having my bike saddle high enough has caused pain in the right side of my right knee. Cycling is now my primary source of exercise, as I am no longer a runner. […]
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Knowing when to go to the emergency room can be tricky
DEAR DR. ROACH: I recently had an episode of food poisoning with vomiting and diarrhea. It lasted four hours. I live alone. I’m 84, and in good health except for chronic atrial fibrillation and well-controlled high blood pressure. My question is, When does it become serious enough to call a doctor, and how do I […]
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Assessing the risks of secondhand cigarette smoke
DEAR DR. ROACH: My mom recently passed from COPD. She smoked for 50 years, while pregnant and all through our childhood. Riding in the car was the worst. My question is, How will the secondhand smoke we were subjected to impact our health in the long term? Is there anything we should do or mention […]
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Eugenia Last, horoscope: Taurus: Keep open mind about change of plans
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jeremy Sisto, 45; Amy Jo Johnson, 49; Elisabeth Shue, 56; Britt Ekland, 77. Happy Birthday: Look at change as an opportunity to begin something new. Put your energy into personal improvements, broadening your horizons and preparing to bring about a positive change that will help you achieve new goals. Let […]
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Dear Abby: Lack of sympathy leaves her disheartened
DEAR ABBY: My father was killed recently in a shooting. I have received text messages and phone calls from my immediate family and close friends. My mother-in-law was thoughtful enough to send me a card, and I called to thank her the day I received it. My husband has other close relatives. None of them […]
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Dad finally writes his will and names surprise executor
DEAR ABBY: I am 30 years old, the only child of divorced parents in their late 60s. Neither of them has remarried. Because of certain family events, I encouraged Dad to create a will four years ago. He never had one because he doesn’t have much money or any property to bequeath, but my understanding […]
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Virgo: Find the willpower to say no to temptation
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jesse Eisenberg, 36; Scott Weinger, 44; Kate Winslet, 44; Guy Pearce, 52. Happy Birthday: Work hard, and get everything in order. The time to forge into new territory is just around the corner, but first you have to be ready. Don’t divulge what you are up to or give anyone […]
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Daughter remains withdrawn after coming out to parents
DEAR ABBY: Our college-age daughter has been withdrawn and depressed for some time. During a recent visit, after asking her several times what was wrong, encouraging her to continue counseling and expressing general concern for her, I finally asked her (again) if she was gay. She broke down and said she was. She seems conflicted […]
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Leo: Involve yourself in activities that will expand your outlook
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alicia Silverstone, 43; Liev Schreiber, 52; Christoph Waltz, 63; Susan Sarandon, 73. Happy Birthday: Look over your current situation and consider your dreams, and you’ll come up with the right balance to help you reach your objectives this year. Use your charm to get others on board with your plans, […]
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Using a CPAP machine won’t trigger vertigo
DEAR DR. ROACH: I was recently prescribed a CPAP machine for mild-moderate obstructive sleep apnea. I have a history of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo and wondered if the pressure of the CPAP might cause the vertigo to kick in. — L.B. ANSWER: Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo is believed to be caused by calcium crystals in […]