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  • Published
    March 9, 2023
    Dr. Roach

    Two tests for diabetes come back with inconsistent results

    DEAR DR ROACH: I am a 74-year-old Chinese man with controlled hypertension, and I’m currently taking a statin at 10 mg. I am puzzled and confused with my recent tests results. They show that my fasting plasma glucose is normal (5 mmol/L), while my HbA1c shows that I fall in the “prediabetic” category at 6.3% […]

  • Published
    March 9, 2023

    Woman reconsiders pledge made to ailing boyfriend

    DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend of four years has been diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE. We’re both only 51. Obviously, we face a grim reality. He has already tried once to end our relationship to spare me the inevitable, but I convinced him I’m in it to the bitter end. Now he’s accusing his […]

  • Published
    March 8, 2023

    Aquarius: If someone plays tough, suggest alternatives to control the outcome. Revisiting relationships that didn’t work will help you recognize why.

    CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: James Van Der Beek, 46; Freddie Prinze Jr., 47; Camryn Manheim, 62; Aidan Quinn, 64. Happy Birthday: Consider your options, evaluate the cost and time involved, and adopt change with open arms. There is no place for anger if you want to get things done. Sort through your differences with […]

  • Published
    March 8, 2023
    Dr. Roach

    Loss of taste and smell from virus still lingers three years later

    DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m an 82-year-old, very healthy woman. In February 2020, just as the COVID-19 pandemic was starting to appear in North America, I had a viral infection that was relatively mild (a bit of coughing, runny nose, itchy throat) and lasted for a few days only, although I felt tired for a bit […]

  • Published
    March 8, 2023

    Woman’s lies and sexting put marriage on the brink

    DEAR ABBY: I found out today that my wife was sexting with a man in another state. His girlfriend sent me a message, which included a series of screenshots. I had confronted my wife regarding this prior to receiving the messages, but she swore she had sent only ONE topless photo and nothing else. After […]

  • Published
    March 7, 2023

    Capricorn: A domestic change will lower your overhead, add to your comfort and ease stress.

    CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Giselle Eisenberg, 16; Jenna Fischer, 49; Rachel Weisz, 53; Bryan Cranston, 67. Happy Birthday: Zigzag your way to victory. Be prepared to act, make changes and do things your way. Your fate rides on your ability to reach your target on time. You’ll have to spread yourself thin to accommodate […]

  • Published
    March 7, 2023
    Dr. Roach

    Why certain virus variants are more contagious than others

    DEAR DR. ROACH: The newest COVID variant is reputed to be less deadly but highly contagious. What precisely makes one virus variant more contagious than another virus variant? Is it structure, size? — S. ANSWER: It’s not size, because all coronaviruses are just about the same size. It is certainly the structure, but a virus […]

  • Published
    March 7, 2023

    Mixed signals, new prospect complicate dreamboat romance

    DEAR ABBY: Recently I have found myself in a difficult spot. My whole life I dreamed about marrying a college football player and, for the past eight months, I have been in a serious relationship with one. Last week he called me and told me we should take a break. Immediately afterward, I have met […]

  • Published
    March 6, 2023

    Sagittarius: Someone will take advantage of you or make decisions for you. Spend more time on self-improvement and setting high standards.

    CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shaquille O’Neal, 51; Connie Britton, 56; D.L. Hughley, 60; Rob Reiner, 76. Happy Birthday: You’ll see situations from a different perspective this year. Mull over all possibilities before you make a move. Address how you use your skills and earn your living. Make updates that keep you motivated to learn […]

  • Published
    March 6, 2023
    Dr. Roach

    Complex jargon prevents patient from understanding diagnosis

    DEAR DR. ROACH: After many bouts of pain in my left leg, I was referred for an MRI. They diagnosed me with left lumbar radiculitis, spondylolisthesis and lumbar spondylosis. There are many people in my independent living facility who have gotten similar diagnoses. As an RN with a masters in nursing education, I have a […]