DEAR ABBY: My husband and I are expecting our second child. Our first pregnancy ended in miscarriage, so we were overjoyed to find out I was pregnant again, this time with a little girl. We’ve already given her the name “Mandy.” Everything was going well until a month ago. My mother-in-law came over for her […]
Advice
Capricorn: position or long-term goal will inspire you to work harder and faster. Discuss your plans with someone you respect,
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Austin Dillon, 32; Jenna-Louise Coleman, 36; Patrick Stump, 38; Ari Graynor, 39. Happy Birthday: The sky’s the limit. You have more options than you realize this year. Don’t sit back and vacillate when the time is ripe to get things done. Jump into high gear, and work diligently to achieve […]
Needle biopsy benefits outweigh risks
DEAR DR. ROACH: After not having a mammogram for about 10 years, I developed soreness in one breast. I was recently examined by my doctor, and a lump was detected in my breast at “10 o’clock,” about 7 centimeters from the nipple. I had a standard mammogram that showed a 2.5 cm mass, and I […]
Sagittarius: A handout will come with hidden costs. Until you know what you want and what’s best for you, sit tight.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jemima Kirke, 37; Channing Tatum, 42; Tom Welling, 45; Kevin James, 57. Happy Birthday: Tune into what’s going on around you, and you will connect with the right people at an advantageous moment. Flawless vision will keep you in step and ensure that you take advantage of what’s available to […]
Teen son struggles after family’s move to new state
DEAR ABBY: Because of frustration with our state’s substantial COVID restrictions and our teen son’s struggles with remote learning, we moved to another state. At the time, our son was excited to move (we kept asking him to make sure). However, we are now nearly through the school year and he still hasn’t made new […]
Fresh fruits and vegetables provide needed vitamins
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 62-year-old female. After about two weeks (sometimes less) of taking water-soluble vitamin supplements, I experience severe abdominal discomfort or a burning sensation. It feels like I either have a UTI or a vaginal infection. I also experienced the same symptoms taking collagen. It doesn’t matter which form or brand […]
Man uses wife’s infidelity to forge an online persona
DEAR ABBY: I ended my 24-year marriage after learning my wife, in addition to several one-night stands, had an affair with a married couple for nine years. She also gave me an STI. I was faithful, though I admit to being difficult to live with. We were unable to agree on parenting, finances, health, fitness, […]
Scorpio: Think outside the box, and you’ll come up with a unique plan that can address a broader number of existing problems.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jason Lee, 52; Renee Zellweger, 53; Hank Azaria, 58; Al Pacino, 82. Happy Birthday: Show compassion and understanding for others, and offer hands-on help. What you do will make a difference, and it will change how you see things moving forward. Participation will open doors to new opportunities. You can […]
Limited data available on probiotic use to prevent disease
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have started a long-term treatment taking a “cocktail” of four different antibiotics (Bactrim, Rifadin, Zithromax and Myambutol). I have been advised that I may suffer gastrointestinal side effects because this group of antibiotics will not only be killing bacteria related to my MAC (mycobacterium avium complex) infection, but will also be […]
Libra: An open mind will lead to more significant opportunities than one that refuses to entertain new possibilities.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: David Boudia, 33; Kelly Clarkson, 40; Djimon Hounsou, 58; Barbra Streisand, 80. Happy Birthday: Uncertainty and insecurity will hold you hostage. Tie up loose ends and declutter your life to avoid getting left behind. Put your energy where it counts, and be secretive about your intentions until you are positive […]