DEAR DR. ROACH: I am interested in finding out more about steroids in sports, but I am having a hard time finding medical research on anabolic steroids. One source I found even stated: “There has been no scientific research performed to find out the effect of a specific amount of steroid on a weight-training program.” […]
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Sagittarius: Take your time
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Will Tudor, 31; Lights, 31; Joss Stone, 31; Jennifer Esposito, 45. Happy Birthday: Look for alternative ways to deal with personal finances, health and contracts. Know who and what you are up against and show no mercy when it comes to hanging on to what belongs to you. Your strength […]
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Mom startled to learn son is cross-dressing
DEAR ABBY: My son’s girlfriend confided to me that my son, age 35, is cross-dressing. I knew his life was in flux and that his appearance had changed, but it stunned me. He hasn’t mentioned anything, and she said he would be very upset if I knew. When I saw him the same day, I […]
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Physician promotion is not direct-to-patient
DEAR DR. ROACH: In a recent column, you said that companies can pay doctors to promote a product. Can these doctors promote a product in their office when it is to just one patient? If they do, I feel that it would be crossing the line of ethical conduct. — C.G. ANSWER: Promoting a product […]
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Scorpio: Give and take is key
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alex Pettyfer, 28; Haley Joel Osment, 30; Shay Mitchell, 31; Dion Phaneuf, 33. Happy Birthday: Using force won’t help you get your way this year. Lean on your expertise and knowledge to create what you want to see unfold. How you handle others will be the key factor in how […]
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Couple separates after acting class drama
DEAR ABBY: When I was 70, I started taking drama classes twice a week (I still do). My wife was against it and insisted that because none of our friends or relatives were doing it, neither should I. As a result, I suggested we live apart. I bought a small apartment and live alone. We […]
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Girl is tempted to choose a college close to home
DEAR ABBY: My daughter is graduating from high school and will be starting college. It was always her plan to go to a school away from our small town, and I supported that decision. However, six months ago she started dating her first real boyfriend. His parents have offered to pay all expenses if the […]
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Hashimoto's is no excuse for avoiding the flu shot
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have never gotten the flu vaccine. Years ago, it was believed to be too dangerous for anyone with an autoimmune condition. They said that the body could not handle the vaccine and that it was actually dangerous to receive it. I have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. I value your knowledge and opinion. Please […]
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Libra: Let intelligence guide you
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Elle Fanning, 20; Kristen Stewart, 28; Leighton Meester, 32; Dennis Quaid, 64. Happy Birthday: Aim for greater stability in your life. Refuse to let anyone limit what you can do. Focus on getting along with your peers and diplomatically maneuvering into a position that will help you advance. Choose to […]
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Scorpio: Don’t let impulse get to you by staying calm
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Taylor Kitsch, 37; Patricia Arquette, 50; Robin Wright, 52; John Schneider, 58. Happy Birthday: Question everything and everyone this year if you have any doubt about what’s happening. Being informed will help you offset anyone trying to make your life difficult. Don’t give in to pressure or one-sided demands. Make […]