DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 66-year-old female with degenerative disk disease. I have had two spinal fusions. One at age 44, at the L-5 S-1 level, and the other at age 64, at the L-4 L-5 level. I am being X-rayed yearly for signs of degeneration at the L-3 L-4 level. I am doing […]
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Change in the weather signals time to change alarm batteries
DEAR ABBY: Fall is here and as we prepare for a change in the weather, it’s also the time we turn our clocks back an hour from daylight saving time. Something that everyone also needs to change could save their lives. That ”something” is the battery inside household devices that many take for granted — […]
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Capricorn: Be careful not to offer something that will turn into a major task
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Gemma Ward, 29; Colin Kaepernick, 29; Dolph Lundgren, 59; Roseanne, 64. Happy Birthday: Make choices based on what’s most important to you. Work and money will play an active role in your life this year. Changes will take place, and bidding for what you want will be successful. Welcome change […]
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When is thinning skin too thin?
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an active 72-year-old male, who is in pretty good physical condition. I do understand that as you age, your skin thins out and is prone to bruising and blood spots during normal activity. However, I am concerned that the skin on my arms is especially sensitive. My skin tears easily […]
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Panhandling mother needs assistance, not a lecture
DEAR ABBY: I went to the market the other day, and there was a woman sitting on the sidewalk with two children — a boy who looked to be about 6 and a girl about 2. She was holding a sign asking for help ($). I wanted so badly to say something to her about […]
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Sagittarius: Make personal changes that will boost your confidence
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Nelly, 42; David Schwimmer, 50; k.d. lang, 55; Stefanie Powers, 74. Happy Birthday: Now is the time to make your move. This year is about change, diversity and not falling short because you let emotional matters slow you down or get in your way. Evaluate your situation and make the […]
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Strategies for dealing with morning sickness
DEAR DR. ROACH: My friend has severe morning sickness. She just found out that she is pregnant with her first child, and can’t keep anything down. Do you have any advice? — J.B.F. ANSWER: Nausea and vomiting are very common in pregnancy, and symptoms can range from mild to severe, requiring hospitalization with intravenous fluids […]
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Rude sister-in-law’s demands put damper on holiday givnig
DEAR ABBY: My brother and his wife have been married 3½ years and have an 18-month-old daughter. My sister-in-law, ”Barb,” is either very rude or passive-aggressive to our mother in emails and when she thinks no one is around. At Christmas, Barb sends out an email detailing what we are and are not allowed to […]
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Scorpio: If you don’t speak up, nothing will change
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Penn Badgley, 30; Toni Collette, 44; Jenny McCarthy, 44; Lyle Lovett, 59. Happy Birthday: Give life your best shot. Let your inner voice lead the way. Make changes that will allow you to live the unique lifestyle you’ve always wanted to live. The first step will be the most difficult, […]
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An audiologist is first source of advice on hearing loss
DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband retired from the police force three years ago at the young age of 56. At that time, he had no issues with his hearing. Throughout his career as a police officer, he always wore earmuffs when he practiced at the shooting range. He always wears earmuffs when he cuts the […]