CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Emily VanCamp, 35; Domhnall Gleeson, 38; Tony Hawk, 53; Ving Rhames, 62. CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lana Condor, 24; Holly Valance, 38; Frances Fisher, 69; Eric Burdon, 80. Happy Birthday: Let your intuition lead the way. You cannot stop change, but you can make the most out of whatever […]
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Blood donations are still needed, helpful to many
Dr. Keith Roach DEAR DR. ROACH: I have had both COVID-19 vaccinations and am planning to donate blood. Would any of my immunity pass on to the person receiving my blood? — D.J. ANSWER: Although we may think that blood is taken out of the donor and given whole to the recipient, that almost never […]
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Disabled son is left off wedding guest list
DEAR ABBY: I have been married to my second husband for more than 15 years. My 30+-year-old son from my first marriage, who was born disabled, lives with us. He walks and talks, but cannot be left unattended. He also needs medication. He cannot read or write, but looks like he has no medical issues […]
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When records and patient memory differ, it’s best to revaccinate
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 77-year-old female. I am current on all vaccines, but I do have a question about the pneumococcal vaccine. My current physician recommends that I get one. I thought that I had gotten that vaccine a few years ago from my physician who retired. We are unable to find in […]
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Virgo: Update your skills and knowledge to fit trends
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Missy Franklin, 26; Kenan Thompson, 43; Bono, 61; Donovan, 75. Happy Birthday: Focus, maintain stability and build a secure foundation for the future. Use insight and intelligence to help you make the best decisions. A steady, relentless stride will far exceed trying to cut corners. Personal and professional improvements take […]
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Family and friends have doubts about widower’s younger woman
DEAR ABBY: I am a widower. I lost my wonderful wife of 35 years to heart disease eight years ago. I have had no relationships with women since then. Recently, I had the pleasure of meeting a very nice woman, “Yvonne.” She’s 11 years younger and has never been married. We see each other socially […]
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Leo: Your charm will far outweigh any obstacle you face along the way
Eugenia Last CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rosario Dawson, 42; Steve Yzerman, 56; Billy Joel, 72; Candice Bergen, 75. Happy Birthday: Let go of the past. Declutter, do things that make you happy and surround yourself with like-minded people. Put an end to situations that hold you back or make you uncomfortable. Change begins with […]
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Houseguest gets goodbye look from friend’s husband
DEAR ABBY: After a bad breakup, a good friend and her husband offered me a room in their home. They have two wonderful teenagers. Then the pandemic came, and we all became infected. What started out as a few months’ plan for me to get back on my feet has lasted 14 months. I have […]
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Veteran feels used by friend demanding her discount
DEAR ABBY: While shopping with a friend recently, I was put in an awkward situation in regard to a store discount. Having served in the military, I qualify for a discount at that particular store. She was aware of that discount, and while she was at the checkout lane, she yelled at me, “Hey, you! […]
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Cancer: Channel your energy into something constructive
Eugenia Last CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Stephen Amell, 40; Enrique Iglesias, 46; Melissa Gilbert, 57; David Keith, 67. Happy Birthday: Focus on what you intend to achieve this year. If you take on too much, you will not reach your destination. It’s up to you not to engage in frivolous activities that waste time […]