DEAR ABBY: In high school, I had a close male friend, “Adam.” After graduation, I moved out of state. We remained friends for a while in college, calling, writing and visiting each other. He often declared his love for me, but I was interested only in a friendship. As with most high school relationships, we […]
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Vegetarians, vegans: check your B12 level
DEAR DR. ROACH: When my doctor told me that as a vegetarian I needed a B12 supplement, I didn’t take it seriously, and went with nutritional yeast to supply it. I had always read that supplements are unreliable and it’s better to get your vitamins and minerals from a food source. Well, I became extremely […]
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Teen’s behavior has uncle unsure where to seek help
DEAR ABBY: My nephew is 19. I have been co-parenting him and his sister since they were 15. He has some issues that are normal for his generation. What isn’t normal is his inflated sense that life is all about him. If it doesn’t benefit him, he doesn’t do it. I have been giving him […]
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Pisces: Be observant, and you’ll dodge someone trying to exploit you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kat Dennings, 37; Chris Evans, 42; Tim Allen, 70; Stellan Skarsgard, 72. Happy Birthday: Question everything and everyone this year. Verify information, control what’s important to you and don’t let anyone talk you into doing things that make you feel uncomfortable. Check off all the boxes on your to-do list. […]
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Subtle symptoms can hinder hyperparathyroidism diagnosis
DEAR DR. ROACH: After dealing with hyperparathyroidism for over a decade, I became an administrator of a support group for the disease. Many of our members have difficulties getting a diagnosis and a subsequent referral to a surgeon. Can you discuss why you think this is? Shouldn’t a PTH lab be ordered as a follow […]
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Spouse wants to travel before its too late
DEAR ABBY: I was diagnosed with chronic heart failure seven years ago. It has no cure. I want to see and do more before my life is over. My husband and I have been married 29 years. After talking about this with my therapist, I was finally able to express it to my husband. He […]
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Treatment for poor circulation in legs depends on the type
DEAR DR. ROACH: Some months ago, my doctor used a QuantaFlo test to measure circulation in my legs. My result was low — 0.69 versus the normal range of 0.9-1.40. I was not surprised, as poor circulation runs in the family. She recommended I wear compression socks. I am 70 and have never had symptoms, […]
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Aquarius: Invest in your skills, qualifications, home and other interests, and personal growth and gains will come your way.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kendra Wilkinson, 38; Dave Franco, 38; Scott Thompson, 64; Timothy Busfield, 66. Happy Birthday: Open your doors, host events and explore what others offer this year. Challenge yourself to use your skills to help those less fortunate while turning your life into something that makes you feel good about yourself […]
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Capricorn: Don’t expect others to relate to your problems or your initiatives.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Claire Holt, 35; Shia LaBeouf, 37; Peter Dinklage, 54; Hugh Laurie, 64. Happy Birthday: You’ll need patience this year when dealing with people who don’t share your beliefs. Be a good listener, and you’ll gain insight into how to deal with situations that require diplomacy. Your ability to understand and […]
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Boyfriend has zero plans for his financial future
DEAR ABBY: My husband died three years ago, and I met someone shortly after. This man is kind and loving, and he treats me well. He happily moved with me to another state to be near my family. I’m 67, and he is 63. I’m retired, and hopefully have enough to live on for the […]