DEAR DR. ROACH: I have suffered from constant headaches for years. I have had an evaluation by a neurologist, with all kinds of X-rays and scans. Who in the medical field deals with headaches that never go away? They may get to a dull ache, but I always know they are there. — C.V. ANSWER: […]
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Cousin desperate to help woman in abusive romance
DEAR ABBY: I have always been extremely close to my cousins; we even refer to ourselves as sisters. The problem I’m having is with the boyfriend of one of them. They have been dating for almost 10 years. For the first few years we were all close, and I enjoyed spending time with them. The […]
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Higher dose may be better when it comes to vitamin B12
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a vegan, and my multivitamin is my only source of B12. It states I’m getting 200% of my daily requirement. Is that sufficient? — M.E. ANSWER: People who are strict vegans — that is, those who consume no animal products at all — will not get any vitamin B12 and will […]
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Aries: Stick to your game plan, and make the most of your day
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ed Sheeran, 31; Joseph Gordon-Levitt, 41; Billie Joe Armstrong, 50; Denise Richards, 51. Happy Birthday: Stay on target. Focus on what you want to achieve. Express your desires, and explore your options. Take the initiative and change whatever isn’t working for you into something that promotes enthusiasm and success. Put […]
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A second opinion is warranted after ‘clean out’ for knee arthritis
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 71-year-old male, 6 feet 1 inch tall, weigh 240 pounds and have atrial fibrillation. It has not impacted my lifestyle. About 90 days ago I had meniscus surgery called a “clean out.” Afterward, my orthopedic surgeon said I should be much better, even though there was significant arthritis. The […]
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Husband of three decades still supports first wife
DEAR ABBY: I have been with my husband for more than 30 years. We have no kids together, but he has three adult children from a previous marriage. All of them are in their 30s. He and his ex had a bad breakup, and she has never given up on him coming back to her. […]
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Pisces: Trust in your instincts, common sense and experience to know what to take on and what to leave alone
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: The Weeknd, 32; Elizabeth Olsen, 33; Ice-T, 64; LeVar Burton, 65. Happy Birthday: Bounce ideas around in your head for a while. Consider the pros and cons, and come up with the best approach to life, love and happiness. A look at the past will help you cultivate an ironclad […]
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Woman anxious to avoid making the same mistakes
DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend, “Aaron,” and I have been together almost 10 years. We are both divorced from narcissistic spouses. We have discussed a future together and are working toward it. It’s taking so long because Aaron’s children are quite a bit younger than mine. (I’m an empty nester; his kids are just going into […]
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Sudden changes to sense of smell may be due to COVID
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 76-year-old man in good health. Around February 2021, either just before or just after my first COVID vaccination, I noticed a difference in my taste. I am aware that this can be related to COVID infection. My smell is OK and while I can taste fruits, vegetables, juices, wine/beer, […]
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Aquarius: Be ready to compromise to ensure fair play is maintained. Keep your emotions under control
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Amber Riley, 36; Matt Groening, 68; Melissa Manchester, 71; Jane Seymour, 71. Happy Birthday: Take the edge off and lighten up, and you’ll accomplish so much more than you originally plan. Pat yourself on the back, and look for the good in everyone and everything. A positive attitude makes for […]