DEAR ABBY: I have been married two years, but my husband and I have been together for more than 10. We have a 3-year-old daughter who has needed a few extra doctor appointments and therapy. My husband makes it to none of these extra appointments, some of which are crucial to her future. We both […]
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New pharmacogenomics help in guiding dosages
DEAR DR. ROACH: Do you have any information on cytochrome P450 testing for drug sensitivity? — S.S. ANSWER: Cytochrome P450 is a family of enzymes that are important for cell metabolism and critical for detoxifying many drugs. Any given person has a particular set of P450 enzymes, and understanding them sometimes can help determine the […]
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Man's wedding day steals spotlight from stepmom
DEAR ABBY: I’m struggling because my stepson has chosen to get married on my birthday. I have been his stepmom for 18 years. It feels like a punch in the chest. My in-law family members are saying things like “OMG, how do you feel about that? I can’t believe you’re going to let that happen. […]
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Aries: Don't be impulsive
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kevin Connolly, 44; Matt Lucas, 44; Eva Mendes, 44; Dean Stockwell, 82. Happy Birthday: Step back and look at the big picture. It’s important to understand the magnitude of what you are trying to accomplish as a whole and to break it down into doable segments that will fit into […]
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Condo newcomer spreads ugly rumors
DEAR ABBY: My wife and I live in a beachfront condo complex with a population of mostly retired people who are friendly and active. Last year a divorced woman moved in and was welcomed into the community. Although she has been invited to social gatherings and outings, she rarely attends. My wife and I went […]
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Gemini: Use your experience and skills to have fun
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Chaz Bono, 49; Patricia Heaton, 60; Mykelti Williamson, 61; Catherine O’Hara, 64. Happy Birthday: Do what you can to help. You’ll have the option to put your time and talent into your own success or to do whatever you can to make someone else miserable. Don’t let what others have […]
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Flirtatious co-worker dials back after his ex returns
DEAR ABBY: I have a crush on a guy I work with. I’m 19, and he’s 26. He has a kid, which actually doesn’t bother me. I love kids and have taken care of them most of my life. My problem is he has this ex who wants to get back together with him. They […]
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Pisces: Address partnerships
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jessica Biel, 36; Julie Bowen, 48; Tone Loc, 52; Jackie Joyner-Kersee, 56. Happy Birthday: Make up your mind when it comes to important relationships. Don’t sit on the fence waiting for someone else to make a move. If you want something to happen, muster up the enthusiasm and courage to […]
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Pneumonia vaccine can be administered in thigh
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a badly torn rotator cuff on my left shoulder, so that arm is basically a constant problem. In January 2017, my physician suggested that I would benefit from the pneumonia vaccine and that it would take two applications, one year apart, to complete. I agreed to have the vaccine, which […]
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Happy couple seeks way to help friends
DEAR ABBY: Occasionally, married friends will come to my husband and/or me venting about their marital problems. We have been through a few rough patches during our 12 years of marriage, and during those times, we sought help from family, friends and counselors. Today I can honestly say we are happier than ever and willing […]