DEAR DR. ROACH: I’ve been taking calcium supplements for many years to assist in strengthening my bones. I’m 74, weigh less than 95 pounds and stand 5 feet tall. I’m on the verge of osteoporosis, and have been getting Evenity injections for almost a year. Now I’m hearing that calcium supplements may have no value. […]
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Ideal living will includes detailed instructions for care
DEAR DR. ROACH: At what point in COVID-19 does a person’s do not resuscitate order become an issue? When does treatment become an “exceptional or extraordinary” effort? It would seem that organ transplants, if not coma/prolonged artificial ventilation would qualify. I have never seen anything on this issue. — R.S. ANSWER: A do not resuscitate […]
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Prison sentence complicates longtime friendship
DEAR ABBY: I have a former high school classmate who, over the years, I’ve gotten pretty close to. He has been there for me when I was at my lowest, and I have been there for him as well. He lives several hours away, but we talked almost daily in addition to being on social […]
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Some hospitals do mandate COVID-19 vaccination for employees
DEAR DR. ROACH: Why aren’t the hospitals nationwide mandating all personnel be COVID vaccinated? I am getting conflicting information. Don’t you think the first-line people treating the ill, whether it is to check a patient in to the hospital or a nurse, should have their vaccine in order to work in the hospital? — K.W. […]
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Persistent aftereffects of COVID affect energy, senses and more
DEAR DR. ROACH: Could you address problems that may or may not be aftereffects of COVID-19? The problems seem to be common among people who have had COVID-19, but not acknowledged by all medical professionals. — A.C.S. ANSWER: Although the likelihood of dying from COVID-19 is “only” about 1.8% — meaning 938,000 deaths in the […]
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Hungry family can’t stomach birthday barbecue
DEAR ABBY: I was deeply hurt after going to a barbecue at my oldest daughter’s home. It was to celebrate my granddaughter’s fourth birthday. My daughter’s husband is from Thailand. He barbecued beautiful dishes of shrimp and something that looked like a gigantic crawfish. While my daughter is accustomed to and enjoys this food, she […]
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Libra: Go the distance and leave nothing to chance
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Phillip Phillips, 31; Kristen Johnston, 54; Gary Cole, 65; Sophia Loren, 87. Happy Birthday: Use your imagination and be open to suggestions, and you’ll find new ways to solve problems. The insight you gain into what others are experiencing will help you understand how best to use your strengths to […]
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VIRGO: Take the plunge by trying something different,
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kevin Zegers, 37; Jimmy Fallon, 47; Sanaa Lathan, 50; Trisha Yearwood, 57. Happy Birthday: Assess your life. Develop a plan to improve your mind, body and soul. The decisions you make will encourage you to follow your heart and achieve personal and spiritual growth. It’s time to put yourself first […]
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New couple emerges following pair of divorces
DEAR ABBY: My wife and I hope you can answer a question for us. Two couples we were extremely close with for more than 10 years were divorced two and three years ago. We have just been told that Husband A has been secretly dating Wife B for six months. Wife A and Wife B […]
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Couple wrestles with communication breakdowns
DEAR ABBY: I love my wife very much, but we are, unfortunately, having a communication/interpretation issue. She is inquisitive and asks a lot of questions. I become defensive when I’m questioned. Sometimes I feel it shows a lack of confidence or trust in me. My wife says I am being too sensitive. There are times […]