DEAR DR. ROACH: I have worked in a loud facility for 35 years and have always worn protection and had my hearing tested annually. Several years ago, I had a threshold shift (a loss in my hearing range), and the plant nurse sent me to a hearing specialist. He said that my hearing loss is […]
Advice
Posted inHoroscope
LIVeugenialast050815
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Enrique Iglesias, 40; Melissa Gilbert, 51; David Keith, 61; Don Rickles, 89. Happy Birthday: Turn it on and pump it up. This is a promising year that must not be wasted. Come up with detailed plans that will add to your knowledge and improve your lifestyle. Promises can be made […]
advertisement
Posted inDear Abby
Cancer diagnosis is unlikely to thaw grandmother’s heart
DEAR ABBY: I recently found out my grandmother has been diagnosed with lung cancer and has elected not to treat it. The doctors give her a year at the most. My dilemma is whether to extend just one more olive branch. She has never been a “warm and fuzzy” type of grandmother. She was cold […]
Posted inDr. Roach, sj-web
Decision to treat slow-growing prostrate cancer lies with patient
DEAR DR. ROACH: In a recent column regarding concussions, you made a statement that “you should remember that treatment is almost always better sooner than later.” That raises some concern for me with my present situation. I am a 70-year-old active male and recently have been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Out of 12 biopsies, one […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Ulcers generally unaffected by acidity of food
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have recurring stomach ulcers, so I have been researching acid-alkaline diets to resolve the ulcer problem. I am frustrated, as some research indicates that a food is acid while another source indicates that it isalkaline. How do I know which is correct? — C.T. ANSWER: Nearly all ulcers either are caused by an infection with the bacteria Helicobacter […]
Posted inHoroscope
Sagittaruis: Don’t let red tape ruin your fub
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rory McIlroy, 26; Erin Andrews, 37; Will Arnett, 45; Randy Travis, 56. Happy Birthday: Do your thing, take action and be passionate about reaching your goals. Stay within your means and focus on whatever will bring the highest return. Avoid excess and emotional encounters that will slow your progress. Recall […]
Posted inDear Abby
Woman’s prince charming has abandoned the magic words
DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend and I both have professional careers and are independent. We have been in a committed relationship for eight years now. When we first met, I wasn’t looking to be in a relationship. He pulled all the stops to get me to date him. He was attentive, complimentary, dinner dates, movies, etc. […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aquarius: Make personal changes to boost confidence
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Cheryl Burke, 31; Christina Hendricks, 40; Dule Hill, 40; Kristin Lehman, 43. Happy Birthday: Use your imagination and you will improve a situation that has been holding you back. Reach out to people who owe you a favor, or those you have worked with in the past, and a new […]
Posted inDear Abby
Don’t have to join in praying aloud
DEAR ABBY: I’m comfortable with my faith and pray before a meal at home and at friends’ houses. We have become friendly with individuals from our church, and on many occasions have gone out to eat together at restaurants. When the meal is brought out, it has become a custom to pray. I feel uncomfortable […]
Posted inHoroscope
Gemini: Keep personal and professional business separate
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kyle Busch, 30; Ellie Kemper, 33; David Beckham, 40; Dwayne Johnson, 43. Happy Birthday: Make room for new beginnings. Having dreams is good, but maintaining your financial security will be what allows you to follow through with your plans slowly and safely. Don’t let emotional impulses take over, especially when […]