DEAR DR. ROACH: My wife and I are planning a three-week trip to South Africa and three other countries nearby. We need to take the antimalaria drug Malarone for 26 days, so we did a trial run of four tablets each. Shortly after our first dose, my wife got very itchy skin on her head, […]
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Husband’s infidelity uncovered by shocking discovery
DEAR ABBY: I have been married for 52 years. While looking for a tax document, I found a manila envelope that had a note written on the outside. It said, “If something happens to me, please destroy this, because I don’t want to hurt anyone.” I opened the envelope and found nude pictures of my […]
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Aquarius: spending time doing the things that make you happy with those who bring you joy.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rashida Jones, 49; Chelsea Handler, 50; Sean Astin, 54; Tea Leoni, 59. Happy Birthday: Less is more; remember that this year. You only need to satisfy your soul. Don’t deny yourself the happiness you deserve; avoid the wrath of those in your life who try to dominate your world. Explore […]
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Loss and heartbreak have been family’s reality of late
DEAR ABBY: Over the last few years, my family has faced a lot of loss, especially my mother. In the span of three years, she has lost her parents, my father and my brother. We had a little joy with my son being born. He brought a lot of happiness when everybody was heartbroken. Right […]
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Lobular protrusion causes concern for a spontaneous rupture
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 80-year-old woman in good health with low blood pressure, and the only medication I take is levothyroxine. A 6-by-5.5-mm aneurysm was discovered in my brain, and the scan shows one lobular protrusion that may be of concern for rupture. I am trying to decide if I should go through […]
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Family members aren’t impressed with brother’s fiancée
DEAR ABBY: My brother just got engaged to the “WOAT” (Worst of All Time). They have been dating for 2 1/2 years, and nobody in the family has anything good to say about her. In the past, he always had stable relationships with girls we really enjoyed. But now he’s getting older, his friends are […]
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It’s difficult to tell when penicillin is causing an allergic reaction
DEAR DR. ROACH: About 45 years ago, I came down with a rash on my chest and stomach from taking ampicillin. I was told never to take penicillin again. I’m allergic to many antibiotics, which makes treating me (an elderly person) very challenging. Now my doctor feels that I should be able to take ampicillin. […]
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Capricorn: Make your space more affordable, efficient and comfortable.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: O’Shea Jackson Jr., 34; Billy Zane, 59; Helen Shaver, 74; Edward James Olmos, 78. Happy Birthday: Offering a helping hand will satisfy your soul and spur new friendships. Your dedication, loyalty and consideration will encourage positive change. Greater involvement in lively activities that promise to keep you in good shape […]
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Sagittarius: Focus on personal gain, not giving your blood, sweat and tears to benefit someone else.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Dakota Fanning, 31; Emily Blunt, 42; Kristin Davis, 60; Patricia Richardson, 74. Happy Birthday: Charm, creativity and boundaries will pave the way to a bright future. Recognizing and applying your niche to everyday life will open a window of opportunity. Don’t underestimate those who try to recruit you to see […]
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Young man’s entitled attitude wears thin at home
DEAR ABBY: I am blessed with two sons who live with me. They are in their mid-20s. The younger one is an amazing young man. He’s strong, confident but not cocky, and happy. He’s in college, works part-time and plays in a band, among other things. My older son is the opposite. Since he was […]