CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Wilmer Valderrama, 45; Christian Bale, 51; Phil Collins, 74; Charles S. Dutton, 74. Happy Birthday: Consider every angle of the situations you face this year before implementing change. Opportunity is present, but your timing will fall short if you aren’t explicit. Pay attention to detail regarding investments, money exchanges and […]
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Old friend has worn out her welcome with imposing visits
DEAR ABBY: I have an old friend who lives an hour from me. I visit her for the day and come home. I have never invited her to spend the night at my home, nor do I expect her to invite me for a sleepover when I drive down to see her. The last two […]
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With severe dementia, medications are of limited benefit
DEAR DR. ROACH: My 89-year-old husband was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. He does not take any medication. He is in excellent health except for the Alzheimer’s. His blood pressure is 123/69 mm Hg, and his pulse is 53 bpm. His geriatric doctor said “no” to prescribing medication to help slow down the disease. The doctor […]
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Older couple won’t tone down the intensity of their exercise
DEAR DR. ROACH: My parents are both retired medical professionals who are in their early 70s. My father has diabetes that he manages with medication, and he also has a history of recurrent prostate cancer. My mother has had osteopenia for years. They want to remain in good cardiac health and have been exercising regularly […]
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Scorpio: Before making a move or taking on costly responsibilities, it is best to research and fine-tune your plans.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Sara Gilbert, 50; Heather Graham, 55; Oprah Winfrey, 71; Tom Selleck, 80. Happy Birthday: Make home, family and personal growth and gains a priority this year. Focus on purpose, fulfillment and happiness. Put your energy where it will help accelerate the process. Consider how to use your skills in a […]
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Friendship crumbles when truth emerges about visitor
DEAR ABBY: My friend of eight years has her 55-year-old son living with her. She has been driving a man around who she told me is a friend of her son’s and she knows his family. What she never mentioned is that he’s a registered violent sex offender who was just released from prison. She […]
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Sister ready to confront late brother’s abusive wife
DEAR ABBY: My brother died of cancer a year ago. During his entire 50-year marriage, I felt bad about the way his wife treated him. She snapped at him and bit his head off from the time they were first married until his death, even while he was dying. Never once did I hear him […]
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Prostate cancer patient gets put under active surveillance
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 66-year-old white male who is active and relatively healthy. I have recently been diagnosed with prostate cancer. One blood test showed a PSA level of 13 ng/mL, and a second was 17 ng/mL. So, I underwent a biopsy, which showed adenocarcinoma with a Gleason score of 6 (3+3), grade […]
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Libra: Take on a project that will enhance how or where you live.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ariel Winter, 27; Elijah Wood, 44; Sarah McLachlan, 57; Frank Darabont, 66. Happy Birthday: Keep moving. The year ahead is one of change, putting everything behind you and making room for new beginnings. High energy will lead to opportunity if you refuse to let uncertainty take over or listen to […]
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Libra: Use your energy to explore and expand your interests.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Patton Oswalt, 56; Alan Cumming, 60; Bridget Fonda, 61; Cris Collinsworth, 66. Happy Birthday: When opportunity knocks, respond quickly. Your ability to size up situations and take appropriate action will make a difference this year. Use your imagination and take whatever you do to the next level. Be the one […]