DEAR DR. ROACH: I received the pneumonia vaccination (Pneumovax 23) two weeks ago, and I was OK immediately afterward, apart from having a sore arm for a day. But I have felt extremely tired in the past couple of days. Could this be a delayed reaction to the vaccine? I am due to have the […]
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Elderley dad remains behind the wheel despite struggles
DEAR ABBY: I’m struggling to continue my relationship with my dad, who is in his 80s. He recently became very ill and nearly died. He was unable to walk for several months, and when he was finally able to start getting around, it was with a wheelchair and walker. Dad started driving his truck, although […]
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Gemini:Don’t go overboard or make promises or excessive overtures that compromise your chance to do something that makes you happy, healthy or free to live life your way.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Zedd, 35; Salma Hayek, 58; Keanu Reeves, 60; Mark Harmon, 73. Happy Birthday: Mixed emotions will promote a desire for change. Consider what you can afford and how to de-stress your life by following your heart and doing what brings you peace. It’s time to put yourself first and encourage […]
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Learn how to adjust your body to a new sleeping schedule
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have just retired from working the graveyard shift for 40 years. I am hoping you can share some information on how to safely learn to sleep at night once again. — E.H. ANSWER: Changing your body’s circadian rhythm isn’t always easy, and after such a long time, it will take longer […]
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Man makes plans with widow neighbor while wife works
DEAR ABBY: A married couple we met six years ago had a vacation house near ours. We became friendly and would have dinners and drinks and hang out together doing various fun activities. Once her husband passed, it was just the three of us. When I’m not in the area of our vacation house and […]
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Taurus: Gather information, discuss prospects and weed out the challenges of following your heart.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Zendaya, 28; Zoe Lister-Jones, 42; Gloria Estefan, 67; Lily Tomlin, 85. Happy Birthday: Leave nothing to chance this year. Be diligent about what you want, what you spend and what you are willing to part with before you proceed. Detail, budgets and common sense will help you make choices that […]
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Husband’s stuff isn’t the only thing building up at home
DEAR ABBY: My sister and I grew up with our father after our parents divorced. He was a hoarder. Years later, when he finally had to move out, it took three moving trucks to empty the two-bedroom house. You can imagine what that was like. I am very triggered by clutter. I appreciate an organized […]
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Aries: Follow your instincts, talk to experts and embark on something that improves your life.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Sara Ramirez, 49; Chris Tucker, 53; Zack Ward, 54; Richard Gere, 75. Happy Birthday: Take precautions, enforce discipline and do whatever makes your life easier. Excess and impulses are the enemy, and learning and making positive lifestyle adjustments are the road to a better future. Don’t limit what you can […]
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Patients with hypothyroidism benefit from continuing therapy
DEAR DR. ROACH: I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism many years ago and have since been put on Synthroid. Since I am extremely healthy other than this issue, is there any chance I can go off Synthroid ever? Are there any changes I can make on my own or holistically? — R.P. ANSWER: Most cases of […]
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Pisces: Keep your life simple, your expenses within reason and your mindset on what gives you the edge you need to reach your goal.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Andy Roddick, 42; Lisa Ling, 51; Cameron Diaz, 52; Michael Chiklis, 61. Happy Birthday: Be true to yourself and stick to a budget. If you focus on your goals, have faith in what you can accomplish. Don’t allow others to waste your time by coercing you to commit to something […]