DEAR ABBY: My son was murdered four years ago by a supposed friend. Despite a 10-year sentence, the murderer was released from prison this month. The perpetrator and my son had some mutual friends. When I go onto the convicted manslaughterer’s Facebook page, he has many people congratulating and welcoming him home. The murderer has […]
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It’s time for a specialist to take a closer look at high WBC count
DEAR DR. ROACH: In 2017, my white blood cell count was 8.9 and my lymphocytes were 3.2. My recent blood tests showed a second increase in both numbers, with the WBC 10.2 and lymphocytes 4.8. My doctor said he has many patients who are 70 and older with increased levels and that we will flag […]
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Aquarius: Be open about sensitive issues to put them in the past
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Melissa Rauch, 40; Jason Mraz, 43; Frances McDormand, 63; Randy Jackson, 64. Happy Birthday: Turn this year into one of opportunity, positive change and having a new lease on life. Consider what’s taken place and how you can spin things to favor what you have to offer. You have plenty […]
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Widower grasps for ways to fill void left by wife
DEAR ABBY: My beautiful wife just passed away from ovarian cancer. She was only 48. She was my perfect life partner for 28 years and everything in the world to me. We shared every day together. I didn’t have any hobbies or guy friends; all I ever wanted was to be with her. I’m not […]
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Capricorn: Making a change at home will lead to comfort and less stress
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Carson Daly, 47; Cyndi Lauper, 67; Meryl Streep, 71; Todd Rundgren, 72. Happy Birthday: Try something new. Research the possibilities. Consider signing up for an online course that will help put your talents and skills to good use. Turn the time you spend at home into magical moments with loved […]
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Treatment can be effective for intermittent explosive disorder
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a relative who fits the description of intermittent explosive disorder, which I recently read about. Could you please tell me what kind of therapy a person would need if diagnosed with this problem? — T.M. ANSWER: Intermittent explosive disorder is an impulse control disorder: an inability to restrain behaviors related […]
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Dear Abby: His relationship just isn’t a healthy one
DEAR ABBY: My girlfriend and I split up, but she doesn’t want to tell anyone or change stuff on Facebook. When I told her that, for now, I just want to be friends, she got mad at me for changing the password on my account. She can get mean and hateful when she doesn’t get […]
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Eugenia Last, Gemini: Make room for changes you want to make
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lana Del Rey, 34; Prince William, 38; Brandon Flowers, 30; Chris Pratt, 41. Happy Birthday: You’ll want to make some adjustments to the ways you do things this year. Look at a different approach to the way you earn your living or how you live. An optimistic attitude will lead […]
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Husband unsure how to reveal sexual orientation to spouse
DEAR ABBY: My wife and I have been married for a year. Recently, I have been questioning my sexuality and have realized that I am gay. I have been trying to think of different ways of telling her, but I don’t want to hurt her. Please help. — COMING OUT IN OHIO DEAR COMING OUT: […]
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Scorpio: Flex your creative muscles and practice healthy habits
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alisan Porter, 39; Nicole Kidman, 53; John Goodman, 68; Lionel Richie, 71. Happy Birthday: Make personal goals priorities this year. Take a critical look at who you are, what you’ve accomplished and where you see yourself heading. Update your skills, knowledge and image, and you’ll gain the confidence and momentum […]