DEAR ABBY: I am a single male in my early 50s who looks younger. A married couple approached me and expressed their desire for me to become intimate with them as a couple. They are only acquaintances. I was surprised but interested when they told me they have an open marriage and would like me […]
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Sagittarius: Be prepared to accept consequences to your actions
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Armie Hammer, 33; Jason Priestley, 50; Jack Black, 50; Shania Twain, 54. Happy Birthday: Make an effort to take advantage of the opportunities and changes heading your way this year. A realistic approach will help you ward off individuals trying to create trouble. Walk away from people and situations that […]
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Is it appropriate to give your physician a personal gift?
DEAR DR. ROACH: We are very fond of our family doctor. I was in to see him the other day, and it came up in conversation that he was going to be getting married this summer. We would like to acknowledge this event in his life with either a lovely card or a small gift. […]
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Scorpio: The success you seek will find you
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kayla Ewell, 34; Aaron Paul, 40; Sarah Chalke, 43; Chandra Wilson, 50. Happy Birthday: Embrace change, and look for new opportunities this year. Get involved in projects that will help build strong ties with people who share your concerns. Spend more time nurturing important relationships and aiming to make healthy […]
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Giant cell arteritis is associated with polymyalgia rheumatica
DEAR DR. ROACH: Your recent column featured polymyalgia rheumatica and prednisone. Would you please elaborate on how polymyalgia rheumatica can be linked to giant cell arteritis, and the consequences of not having a proper diagnosis in this regard? I had polymyalgia rheumatica two years ago with giant cell arteritis following almost immediately. This was promptly […]
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Single mother by choice wants positive support from friends
DEAR ABBY: I’m a single woman who has always wanted children. As much as I would’ve liked, marriage isn’t in the cards for me yet and maybe not ever, which I’ve accepted. I have decided to not allow my single status to prevent me from becoming a mother. I have spent years hearing my friends […]
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Man is embarrassed when wife asks people their age
DEAR ABBY: My wife constantly craves compliments about her age. When we meet people, she regularly asks how old they are, which I think is rude and inappropriate. Then she asks me if I know how old they are, and I say “no” because I don’t think it’s any of my business. She then asks […]
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We all benefit from fully vaccinated communities
DEAR DR. ROACH: I read your column on vaccinations and was bothered about one issue that has not been addressed. Who are “anti-vaxxers” — those who oppose scheduled vaccinations — putting at risk by not having their kids vaccinated? Primarily others of like minds, it seems to me. Those who are vaccinated are not at […]
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Libra: Think things through before making commitments
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Keke Palmer, 26; Macaulay Culkin, 39; Chris Pine, 39; Melissa McCarthy, 49. Happy Birthday: Set high standards and put a practical strategy in place. Positive change can be yours if you go about it the right way. Show compassion and understanding, and you will gain support and respect in return. […]
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Eugenia Last, Scorpio: Don’t let what others say be your guide
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Blake Lively, 32; Tim Burton, 61; Elvis Costello, 65; Sean Connery, 89. Happy Birthday: A positive change is within reach. Consider what you want and how best to reach your target. Planning and using all your attributes to lay the foundation for success will lead to the rewards you are […]