DEAR DR ROACH: I’m writing in to warn readers of a possible side effect of an antibiotic known as levofloxacin. I was recently treated with this medication for a sinus infection that would not clear up with amoxicillin. After five days of taking the medication, my joints became very inflamed, especially my ankles, and it […]
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Sagittarius: Avoid emotional upset and maintain reason. Bad information is apparent;
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Andre Agassi, 54; Uma Thurman, 54; Michelle Pfeiffer, 66; Jerry Seinfeld, 70. Happy Birthday: Share your knowledge and start conversations. Expand your mind, circle of friends and lifestyle. Decide what’s best for you and indulge yourself in playful action that brings joy to you and those you love. Make each […]
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A few siblings bear brunt of caring for aging father
DEAR ABBY: I am one of the younger children of eight. One sister is deceased, which leaves seven of us to care for our father, who has had dementia since our mother passed. The four oldest are retired. The youngest three still work. I believe we all should take responsibility for our father. Two of […]
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Frightened wife is tired of living a lie at home
DEAR ABBY: I have been deceiving my husband for a couple of months and can’t figure out how to come clean. I feel like a terrible person. We have been married 17 years, and during the first four or five we were happy. We don’t have very many disagreements, but when we do, he always […]
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Scorpio: Take advantage of what is available, and make the most of your day by participating and discovering your gifts and attributes.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jessica Alba, 43; Penelope Cruz, 50; Jay Leno, 74; Ann-Margret, 83. Happy Birthday: Express yourself and speak passionately about your concerns, dreams and desires. Find out where you stand and adjust to what you discover, and you’ll position yourself for success. Take the initiative to collect your thoughts, plan your […]
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Newlyweds butt heads over career and family choices
DEAR ABBY: I am a teacher. I have a young son, and I love being off when he is out for school holidays and spending summers together. I feel I have the best of both worlds. I recently married a woman who is 14 years younger than me and is also a teacher. My wife […]
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Libra: Partnerships look promising, and sharing ideas and dreams will invite welcoming offers.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Austin Dillon, 34; Jenna Coleman, 38; Patrick Stump, 40; Ari Graynor, 41. Happy Birthday: Explore the possibilities and incorporate what excites you into your plans. Be adventuresome, reach out and make the first move; dream big and be willing to take a chance. Put your energy where it counts, and […]
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Three more than a crowd in this apartment
DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend is 18 years younger than I am. Our relationship hasn’t been perfect, but I love him to death. Unfortunately, I’m going through menopause and have all the side effects. Long story short, he found another girl. It was just supposed to be for sex, and he told me he wouldn’t get […]
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Virgo: Let go of what’s irrelevant in your life and make room for new beginnings.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jemima Kirke, 39; Channing Tatum, 44; Tom Welling, 47; Kevin James, 59. Happy Birthday: It’s up to you to change what you don’t like. Set standards and be clear about what you expect of others and what you are willing to give in return. The changes you make this year […]
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‘Super platelet donor’ concerned about high platelet count
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 58-year-old female in reasonably good health. When I was young, I donated blood several times and would have continued to do so, had I not become ineligible due to living in England during the mad cow disease outbreak. I happened upon something recently stating that this particular disqualifier has […]