DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 55-year-old woman. I recently went to see a surgeon for a torn hip labrum. I learned that labrums do not heal on their own, and injections and physical therapy can only mitigate pain. I’m leaning toward surgery, because it makes more sense to have surgery at 55 and increase my […]
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Letter-writing fades away when needed more than ever
DEAR ABBY: Would you please address again the importance of expressing gratitude via a handwritten note when a generous gift has been given? We grandparents would love it to be acknowledged by our grandchildren. Some of them are better than others at this. My take is that their parents, although they were taught properly, didn’t […]
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Acne is not typically itchy
DEAR DR. ROACH: How do pimples form? Why do they itch? How can I remove them? — B.B. ANSWER: Acne is caused by plugged hair follicles, which are associated with sebaceous (oil-producing) glands. These are more likely to be plugged under control of androgenic hormones; with increased oil production; in the presence of the bacteria […]
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Virgo: Contribute what you can offer to gain respect
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Leonardo DiCaprio, 46; Calista Flockhart, 56; Demi Moore, 58; Marc Summers, 69. Happy Birthday: Join a cause. Work toward a common goal, and make a difference. Make this year one of hope, hard work and overdue change. Do whatever it takes to have an impact on your community, friends and […]
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Condo community feels effects of stress during the pandemic
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I own a condo in a building with 22 units. Because of COVID, one of the HOA board members has posted signs stating “rules” throughout the building. The rules are typical for these trying times, but the number of signs is obsessive. Many of the residents dislike the signs, but […]
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Reader worries about his very low cholesterol level
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 67-year-old male who had a major heart attack 19 years ago. I am very active. Prior to the pandemic I was going to the gym five days a week and then came home and spent a few hours doing yardwork and gardening. I still spend two to four hours […]
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Leo: A change will encourage you to strive for a better future
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Miranda Lambert, 37; Ellen Pompeo, 51; Tracy Morgan, 52; Michael Jai White, 53. Happy Birthday: Protect against insult and injury. Pace yourself, consider your objective and be secretive regarding your intentions. Share with like-minded people and those you feel can contribute to your journey. Change is in the air, but […]
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The more, the merrier holds true for family gathering
DEAR ABBY: We are approaching the time of year when many people struggle with how to divide time between families during the holidays. This is often made harder when there has been divorce and remarriage within a family, especially when children are involved. This was the case in our family. Planning dinners and celebrations became […]
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Cancer: Choose to do your own thing, and budget wisely
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Cory Hardrict, 41; Nick Lachey, 47; Susan Tedeschi, 50; Lou Ferrigno, 69. Happy Birthday: Keep an open mind. How you use your skills, knowledge and experience will determine what you accomplish. Don’t be afraid to take a different path. Learning as you go will be mentally stimulating and instrumental in […]
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Shingles shot at 50? Yes, please!
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m writing in regard to your recent column about a 56-year-old person, recommending he or she wait till 60 for the shingles shot. In 2010 I was 56 and was told by my insurance company that they would not cover the shot till I was 60. Unfortunately, that year I suffered a […]