DEAR DR. ROACH: My wife has had dementia for over two years. There is an ad in our local paper for an Alzheimer’s disease study. It says, “This study will assess how safe and effective an investigational drug is at slowing the progression of early (prodromal) or mild Alzheimer’s disease.” Is this protocol legit? I […]
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Baggage Check, Andrea Bonior: Why do I get sick and tired of every job after two years or so?
Andrea Bonior Special to The Washington Post Q. I’m experiencing the classic symptoms of burnout in my job, and I notice this in a lot of my jobs after a while. I start out loving them and then after a couple of years start feeling totally unmotivated. Eventually I get stressed to the point where […]
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Eugenia Last, horoscope, Gemini: Put greater emphasis on relationships
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jessica Alba, 38; Penelope Cruz, 45; Jay Leno, 69; Ann-Margret, 78. Happy Birthday: Refrain from judging others. This is not a year to jump to conclusions, make snap decisions or waste time on people and projects that aren’t going to help you advance. Progress can be made, but it has […]
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Dear Abby: Mom gets shabby treatment at son’s wedding
DEAR ABBY: My son was married eight months ago. He and I were close but had problems in the past. His bride left me out of the wedding pictures. It began at the bridal shower, when I noticed she didn’t want me to be in the pictures. Until that point I thought I was close […]
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Travel Navigator, Christopher Elliott: Don’t forget this on your next trip
Christopher Elliott Special to The Washington Post You’ll probably forget something on your next trip. It might be as inconsequential as a pair of socks, or as important as lifesaving medication. But you will. At least that’s what the surveys — and you — say. More than 8 in 10 travelers forgot something while they […]
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Former stepdad seeks more contact than woman wants
DEAR ABBY: I am in my mid-20s, and a few years ago my mother divorced my stepfather. They were married for 17 years, and I grew up with him in the house for most of my life. After my sister was born, his behavior toward me changed to the point that in high school I […]
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Pisces: Personal growth will help you save more
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jenna Coleman, 33; Patrick Stump, 35; Ari Graynor, 36; Herm Edwards, 65. Happy Birthday: Look for alternatives before making a move this year. Time is on your side, and jumping into something prematurely will be your downfall. Observation will give you the insight to gauge who is doing what and […]
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Affair that led to a long marriage remains a secret
DEAR ABBY: Many years ago, I had an affair with a married man. We eventually married and have had a long, happy life together. It was love at first sight for me. Both of us had children with our former spouses. Since no one knows about our affair, I’m wondering what I should do with […]
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Vitamin D deficit after gastric bypass takes time to normalize
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 72-year-old woman in fair health. I had strong bones until I had gastric bypass surgery. Within two years, I developed osteoporosis. In 2016 my parathyroid hormone level was found to be elevated. However, it has come down over the past year or two from 97.76 to 68.95 pg/mL. The […]
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Aquarius: You will establish new friendships
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jemima Kirke, 34; Channing Tatum, 39; Tom Welling, 42; Kevin James, 54. Happy Birthday: Take note of what’s going on around you this year. If you respond based on emotions, you will make a mistake that can cost you personally or professionally. Listen to expert advice, and consider every angle […]