DEAR DR. ROACH: My question concerns the benefits and risks of taking oral estrogen following removal of ovaries and uterus due to my concerns about ovarian cancer. I have recovered well from having this laparoscopic-robotic surgery. I am a healthy 69-year-old with a family history of ovarian cancer (mother) and breast cancer (mother and sister). […]
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Woman plants thick roots in married son’s home
DEAR ABBY: Ten years ago, my friend “Maureen” suffered a breakup that emotionally and financially devastated her and moved in with her son and his young family. Since then, she has recovered in both areas. Maureen inserts herself into every aspect of their lives — vacations, entertaining, etc. When they go out to eat, she […]
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Leo: Enhance the relationships you have with friends and family
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Charlie Gillespie, 23; Keke Palmer, 28; Macaulay Culkin, 41; Melissa McCarthy, 51. Happy Birthday: Gravitate toward what’s doable this year instead of trying to do the impossible. Look for opportunities, and bring about change that is productive and tied to your long-term goals. Speak up, and consider taking a unique […]
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Leo: Enhance the relationships you have with friends and family
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Charlie Gillespie, 23; Keke Palmer, 28; Macaulay Culkin, 41; Melissa McCarthy, 51. Happy Birthday: Gravitate toward what’s doable this year instead of trying to do the impossible. Look for opportunities, and bring about change that is productive and tied to your long-term goals. Speak up, and consider taking a unique […]
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Should screening test for stomach cancer have broader use?
DEAR DR. ROACH: I read with interest your recent column regarding the benefit of a colonoscopy for detecting colon cancer. I am 58 and started experiencing frequent light nausea about two months ago, a few days after getting my first Moderna vaccine. My doctor had me get a blood test. It was generally normal except […]
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Young woman feels pressure to be ‘perfect’
DEAR ABBY: My name is “Lucia,” I am 15 and I live in Santa Catarina, Brazil. My high school classmates and I saw a letter from “Needs a Direction, Atlanta” online. That’s why I’m asking for some advice from you. Here in my country, there is a lot of awareness about female power and body […]
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Cancer: Come up with a plan and implement a change
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Blake Lively, 34; Kel Mitchell, 43; Tim Burton, 63; Elvis Costello, 67. Happy Birthday: Pay attention to medical and financial concerns. Review and take notes regarding unusual behavior or inconsistency. You will discover plenty if you keep an open mind and monitor trends. Focus on doing things differently and using […]
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Birth mother reconnects with biological son
DEAR ABBY: When I was an unmarried 18-year-old, I had a child out of wedlock. Unsure that I could provide for him, I chose to place him for adoption so he would have a chance for a better life. This year, we connected through DNA. The reunion has been great, even though I choose to […]
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Thermography not ready for prime-time role as screening tool
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a healthy woman. I recently had a whole-body thermography exam that highlighted my thyroid rather dramatically. Should I get a blood test for my thyroid and/or an ultrasound? — E.D. ANSWER: Thermography is a technique looking at differences in skin temperature. Back in the 1970s, it was found that breast cancer […]
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Gemini: Discipline and hard work will bring the best results
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rupert Grint, 33; John Green, 44; Dave Chappelle, 48; Steve Guttenburg, 63. Happy Birthday: Take the initiative to make things happen. Dream big and explore what’s possible. Question shortcuts, and be prepared to implement last-minute changes that will save you time and money. Focus on building a strong foundation for […]