CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Imani Hakim, 28; Cara Delevingne, 29; Pete Sampras, 50; Peter Krause, 56. Happy Birthday: Determination will help turn your dream into a reality. Examine the changes going on around you, and you’ll come up with a plan that will help you take advantage of the circumstances that unfold. Consistency, preparation […]
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Does delay of second Shingrix dose warrant a third shot?
DEAR DR. ROACH: Three years ago, I turned 60 and received my first dose of Shingrix. I had a highly unpleasant reaction, with fever and flulike symptoms. I did not return for the second dose until last week, so although I have had two doses, they are three years apart. Do I need to get […]
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Gemini: Focus on the here and now and what you can do to advance
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Imani Hakim, 28; Cara Delevingne, 29; Pete Sampras, 50; Peter Krause, 56. Happy Birthday: Determination will help turn your dream into a reality. Examine the changes going on around you, and you’ll come up with a plan that will help you take advantage of the circumstances that unfold. Consistency, preparation […]
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Parents told that their son and his wife are swingers
DEAR ABBY: My son and his wife have been living with us for two and a half years so they can save for a house. Recently, my best friend told me that a mutual acquaintance spotted a picture of my son and his wife on a swinger website. At first I discounted it. Then I […]
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The mysterious mechanics of COPD
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have COPD, and my doctor explains that the trouble is that my lungs do not expel the full amount of the breath I take in. This prevents the full oxygen intake from my breath. My question is, Do commercial oxygen generators serve any purpose if the full amount of oxygen supplied […]
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Taurus: Concentrate on personal growth and pastimes
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alyson Stoner, 28; Chris Hemsworth, 38; Sophie Okonedo, 53; Hulk Hogan, 68. Happy Birthday: Push to get things done on time. Your word is only as good as your actions. Consider making necessary changes that encourage more opportunities as the year progresses. A tactical approach to how you handle friends, […]
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Taurus: You know what’s best for you, so don’t put yourself in an awkward position unnecessarily
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alyson Stoner, 28; Chris Hemsworth, 38; Sophie Okonedo, 53; Hulk Hogan, 68. Happy Birthday: Push to get things done on time. Your word is only as good as your actions. Consider making necessary changes that encourage more opportunities as the year progresses. A tactical approach to how you handle friends, […]
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Husband’s alcoholism now pits him against teenaged son
DEAR ABBY: Sometimes when my husband, “Tom,” drinks he becomes volatile. A month ago, after being out drinking, he came home very late. I made a joke that upset him and he started yelling and calling me names. I have learned that when Tom gets like that, it’s best to just agree with him. On […]
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Aries: Lean on dependable people to help move your plans forward
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jacob Latimore, 25; Josh Gates, 44; Antonio Banderas, 61; Rosanna Arquette, 62. Happy Birthday: Productivity is the name of the game, not unnecessary change. How you go about getting ahead physically, emotionally and financially will make a difference regarding the influence you have on your life and the lives of […]
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Myths, misunderstandings and misleaders about COVID-19
DR. ROACH WRITES: I have written many columns on COVID-19, which has become a major cause of death and disability in all of North America and the world. I have consistently recommended the available vaccines, and tried to identify their (modest) risks and (dramatic) effectiveness. Recently, I have received many letters so full of misinformation […]