DEAR ABBY: Clearly, America is in a state of turmoil. I am horrified and ashamed of the senseless death occurring daily. I deal with anxiety, particularly regarding fear of death. As a result, the only thing I’ve found that I can do to cope with current events is to scan headlines, and ask my understanding […]
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Aries: Live, learn, and participate
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lauren Collins, 30; Lea Michele, 30; Carla Gugino, 45; Rebecca De Mornay, 57. Happy Birthday: Take note of what’s transpired and make the decisions and changes that will encourage you to stabilize your financial position. Less stress will help you deal with other pressing domestic matters. The way you handle […]
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Surgery best option for ruptured appendix
DEAR DR. ROACH: A co-worker of mine recently had a ruptured appendix. The doctors did not remove it, but instead gave him heavy doses of antibiotics for three weeks. I thought they had to remove it. What is going on? — D.M. ANSWER: Surgery remains the preferred therapy for acute appendicitis, the inflammation of the […]
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Take the high road — send a thank-you
DEAR ABBY: During my wedding reception a month ago, one of the guests (a friend of my mom’s) poured a glass of water on the DJ’s laptop because he felt the music was too loud and he wanted it shut down. My husband was furious and asked the guest to leave. The incident was blamed […]
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Scorpio: Offering assistance will be enlightening
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Florence Welch, 30; Armie Hammer, 30; Jack Black, 47; Shania Twain, 51. Happy Birthday: How you navigate the challenges of the upcoming year will be crucial. So many opportunities, as well as distractions, will make it difficult for you to know what to do first. Organization and setting priorities will […]
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Girl who wants to date might start first with small groups
DEAR ABBY: I’m 15 and my parents won’t let me date. I try to talk to them about it often, but they are convinced I’m going to get hurt or lose my virginity. I think I’m old enough to have a small relationship. I don’t believe in premarital sex, and neither does the guy I […]
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Pisces: Make positive personal changes
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alexa Vega, 28; Aaron Paul, 37; Sarah Chalke, 40; Paul Reubens, 64. Happy Birthday: This is a year of sharing and receiving. Your willingness to help others will be greatly appreciated, but you must also be willing to accept the kind gestures offered in return. Relationships will be highlighted, and […]
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Aquarius: Networking will pay off
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Keke Palmer, 23; Macaulay Culkin, 36; Chris Pine, 36; Melissa McCarthy, 46. Happy Birthday: Pay attention and don’t lose sight of what’s important. Your detailed method of doing things will be the best way to maneuver through the ups and downs you are almost certain to face this year. Unusual […]
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Donation of kidney ends with loss of a friendship
DEAR ABBY: My friend ”Virginia” and I have known each other for 11 years. Five years ago she went into renal failure and was on dialysis for three years. It was hard on her and she needed a kidney transplant. Her three healthy siblings refused to be tested as a possible match. Virginia is on […]
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Bacterial infection in lung requires long-term antibiotics
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 80-year-old woman in good health. After numerous CT scans, a PET scan and a bronchoscopy, it was determined that I have MAI. I am aware that the standard treatment is 18 months of antibiotics. Can you tell me what side effects I can expect if I go ahead with […]