DEAR DR. ROACH: We know COVID-19 came from Wuhan, China. Where are the delta and other variants coming from? — D.B. ANSWER: COVID-19 was first described in Wuhan, China, although the exact mechanism of how the virus that causes COVID-19 (called SARS-CoV-2) came to infect humans is not known. Most authorities believe it evolved from […]
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Job search stress impacts family’s interactions
DEAR ABBY: I am currently without a job. I hesitated to inform my mother because I was sure her reaction would only add to my stress. I was right. She constantly corners me about my efforts to find a job. I talk to her nearly every day to keep up with how she and my […]
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Post-COVID natural immunity has its limits
DEAR DR. ROACH: How does one manage natural immunity to COVID-19 if one has an autoimmune disease? Does that person take vitamin D3, zinc, etc.? — J.K.S. ANSWER: “Natural immunity” refers to the protection that is conferred after a natural infection, as opposed to vaccination. Studies have shown that protection from infection following a case […]
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PISCES: Follow your heart, put your thoughts in motion
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Emma Kenney, 22; Dilshad Vadsaria, 36; Kimberly Williams-Paisley, 50; Robert Herjavec, 59. Happy Birthday: Look for opportunities, not trouble. Refuse to let your emotions take over and lead you in a direction that creates domestic problems. Do your best to put your energy toward making a difference and improving your […]
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Suspicious interaction during colonoscopy should prompt report
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have been having colonoscopies regularly since 1990. I was due for one last year, but postponed due to COVID-19. My previous doctor had retired, and I found another physician who I thought would be excellent. While on the bed, waiting to be moved to the procedure, the doctor came and sat […]
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Long friendship takes stark turn over finances
DEAR ABBY: A friend of 40 years is always saying what she can’t afford, yet she owns property, has a 401(k), always finds additional work in her field and buys the cheapest groceries. She won’t spend a dime, even when it’s necessary. In a recent text she was going on again about money. When I […]
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Aquarius: Trust what’s tangible, not hearsay
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lili Reinhart, 25; Ben Savage, 41; Jean Smart, 70; Jacqueline Bisset, 77. Happy Birthday: Invest in learning, expanding your interests and spending time with supportive people who share your beliefs and opinions. Eliminate whatever stands between you and what you want. Be innovative, and you’ll develop a plan that will […]
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Cancer patient’s wig draws unwanted attention
DEAR ABBY: I was recently diagnosed with breast cancer and I’m undergoing chemotherapy. My children are still in school. I have lost all my hair and wear a wig when out in the community. It closely approximates my pre-cancer hairstyle, except it’s a bit shorter with highlights. Acquaintances have seen me at events, and complimented […]
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Sagittarius: Set your sights on something you want to achieve
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ryan Potter, 26; Emmy Rossum, 35; Jennifer Hudson, 40; Benjamin McKenzie, 43. Happy Birthday: Take your time, look at every angle, and use charm and intelligence to nudge others to follow your lead. Having the right tone, facts and figures in place will help you make progress this year, leading […]
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Teen navigates opposing currents of reality, religion
DEAR ABBY: I’m a 16-year-old girl, and I’ve been struggling a little bit. My family is super-Christian. They believe that members of the LGBTQ community are sinful because of who they are. I do not agree. I have a small group of friends. Two of them have come out to me as bi and gender-fluid. […]