DEAR ABBY: My dad had a heart attack and nearly died a year ago. Since then, he has totally revamped his diet and put forth the effort to eat a plant-based diet to become healthier. It has been a family affair, and my sister jumped on the bandwagon as well. I have battled for years […]
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Capricorn: Make personal improvements a top priority
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ryan Potter, 24; Emmy Rossum, 33; Jennifer Hudson, 38; Benjamin McKenzie, 41. Happy Birthday: It’s up to you to bring about change. If you sit back and wait for something to happen, you will end up disappointed. Put your energy, time and intelligence into turning your plans into something tangible. […]
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Immigration and vaccinations
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am in my mid-50s and in good health (I don’t take any medications). I rarely get sick with colds or flu. I have been vaccinated with all the common vaccinations for our childhood. With all the immigrants coming into our country, I am wondering if any have been given childhood vaccinations […]
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Sagittarius: Make decisions based on your own past experiences
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Taraji P. Henson, 49; Harry Connick Jr., 52; Virginia Madsen, 58; Scott Patterson, 61. Happy Birthday: Use your imagination, ingenuity and willpower to get what you want. Dig in, and finish what you left undone. Completion will be what builds up your confidence and pushes you to greater heights. Personal […]
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Backup boyfriend can’t say no to teacher he’s in love with
DEAR ABBY: I’m a 39-year-old gay male who was in a relationship with a very attractive 44-year-old teacher. He never wanted to commit to a monogamous relationship. After 10 months of seeing each other, he informed me that he is about to enter into a relationship with a 22-year-old. He said it was nothing I […]
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Wife discovers man has been secretly recording arguments
DEAR ABBY: I have been married for 10 years and have two children. One of them is a toddler. I recently found out that my husband has been recording me with his phone at various times without my consent when we have heated arguments. He claims he does it to protect himself in the event […]
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Scorpio: Make practical decisions to avoid loss
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ryan Phillippe, 45; Colin Firth, 59; Amy Irving, 66; Joe Perry, 69. Happy Birthday: A change to your surroundings will motivate you to reach your goals. Stop procrastinating; put your long-term plans in motion. Refuse to let anyone stand between you and what you want to happen. You are the […]
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Fast heartbeat doesn’t show up on EKG
DEAR DR. ROACH: I had symptoms of lightheadedness, so my doctor ordered an EKG and sent me to a cardiologist. They did a heart monitor for a week and said I have inappropriate sinus tachycardia but that I don’t need any treatment. I’m still having symptoms. What can I do? — B.V. ANSWER: Inappropriate sinus […]
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Libra: Remain open-minded when dealing with the close-minded
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Michelle Williams, 39; Eric Stonestreet, 48; Adam Sandler, 53; Hugh Grant, 59. Happy Birthday: Embrace change. Live your dream. Use your imagination, and you will discover a world that excites you. Set high goals this year. Go on an adventure to regain confidence. Forge into the future with optimism. Don’t […]
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Husband doesn’t give his lost wedding ring a second thought
DEAR ABBY: My husband (my second, and I am his third wife) and I just returned from a fantastic trip throughout Asia. While removing a piece of luggage from the conveyor belt at JFK Airport, my husband’s wedding ring flew off his finger. He glanced at and around the belt for about 12 seconds, shrugged […]