DEAR READERS: I am often asked, “Do you ever hear back from the people who wrote to you?” The answer is yes, I do. A year ago, “Claire G. in California” wrote to bring awareness to a program called Knitted Knockers. Its members knit or crochet soft, lightweight prostheses for breast cancer survivors, and provide […]
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Pisces: Offer advice, not cash
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Britney Spears, 36; Monica Seles, 44; Rena Sofer, 49; Lucy Liu, 50. Happy Birthday: Put greater emphasis on how you plan to get ahead in life. Whether it’s in your personal or your professional dealings, figure out the best route via the people who can actually help you reach your […]
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Best friend's long shadow proves difficult to escape
DEAR ABBY: I’m 22. Ever since I was 8, I’ve had the best friend I could ever have asked for. “Kylie” stood up for me when I was bullied as a child and hung out with me when I had no other friends. The problem is, Kylie is extremely pretty and has always been charismatic, […]
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Aquarius: Avoid overindulgence
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Sarah Silverman, 47; Nestor Carbonell, 50; Bette Midler, 72; Woody Allen, 82. Happy Birthday: Being too gregarious and sharing your ideas will lead to situations that will make you vulnerable when dealing with peers, friends and relatives. Being secretive and keeping people guessing will help pave the way for greater […]
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What's new in herpes treatments?
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am wondering about oral herpes. Have there been any advances made for treating or preventing oral herpes? I know about and use Abreva, but is there anything that works better? — L.P. ANSWER: Herpes simplex virus type one is the cause of oral herpes, usually called “cold sores” or “fever blisters.” […]
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Memories of molestation cloud girl's thoughts of the future
DEAR ABBY: I’m almost an adult now, starting to think about having children and a good marriage of my own. But I have a disturbing childhood memory I have never been able to erase. When I was 6 or 7 and staying at my grandparents’ house, and my grandmother would go outside to check the […]
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Woman's marriage deadline may be working against her
DEAR ABBY: I am a 27-year-old woman who can’t seem to find a man to call her own. Every time I search on websites or at gyms, I can’t find anyone decent who lives nearby. I met someone who took me to his house in Wisconsin for the holidays, but I live in Illinois. Ever […]
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What are colonoscopy prep options?
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 72-year-old male in good health. I’ve had a couple of colonoscopies (the first one found some adenomas), but the required cleansing prep with harsh laxatives has become increasingly difficult for my body to take. I only got halfway into the last prep before becoming so sick that I had […]
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Capricorn: Take the high road
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kaley Cuoco, 32; Elisha Cuthbert, 35; Ben Stiller, 52; Billy Idol, 62. Happy Birthday: The frustrations you have suffered in the past are ending, and it’s important to take advantage of the opportunities that lie ahead. Collaborate with people who are as upbeat and eager to advance as you are, […]
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Sagittarius: Let emotions guide you
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Anna Faris, 41; Don Cheadle, 53; Andrew McCarthy, 55; Howie Mandel, 62. Happy Birthday: Give less time and thought to what outsiders think or do and more to those you live with. Positive changes will transpire if you work closely with those in agreement with your plans. Step up and […]