DEAR ABBY: My father is in his 70s and lives close by. My brother and his family live across the country. Dad has smoked for more than 60 years, and an incident with his high blood pressure recently landed him in the hospital. He’s supposed to be on medication, but he refuses to take it. […]
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Taurus: Eliminate things in your life that cause you stress
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Vera Farmiga, 46; Geri Halliwell, 47; M. Night Shyamalan, 49; Michelle Yeoh, 57. Happy Birthday: Look at situations practically this year. Some changes need to be made if you want to achieve your goals. Consider your objectives, and formulate a plan that will help you put a strategy in place […]
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Cologuard test is worth the risk of a false positive
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 77-year-old man in good health. At my recent annual physical exam, my physician ordered a Cologuard kit to be sent to me to screen for colorectal disease. I have never had symptoms of disease or problems with any part of my gastrointestinal tract. I had two colonoscopies at different […]
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Conference attendee wants to stay out of the picture
DEAR ABBY: I’m going to a professional conference, which has the usual presentations, vendors and activities. Every time I go, there’s always a photographer. It’s annoying. When a photographer sneaks up to take photos, it distracts the presenter. Then the camera is usually swung around to shoot the audience. I have been photographed many times […]
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Aries: Make a plan and work toward your goals
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lolo Jones, 37; Jesse Williams, 38; Jonathan Silverman, 53; Maureen McCormick, 63. Happy Birthday: Look for the good in others, and focus on the bright side of life. Set the tone instead of letting others bring you down. Engage in activities you enjoy, and avoid making purchases you can’t afford, […]
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Dear Abby: Dad questioned after hosting son’s teammates
DEAR ABBY: My 13-year-old son plays on a local travel sports team. Many of his teammates could be considered lower class or lower middle class. We live in a luxurious home. We don’t flaunt it, and we’re not snobbish. All of the kids and the parents get along, and socioeconomic status plays no role in […]
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Eugenia Last horoscope, Leo: Don’t let anyone meddle in your affairs
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Cole Sprouse, 27; Dylan Sprouse, 27; Meghan Markle, 38; Barack Obama, 58. Happy Birthday: Take everything into consideration this year before making a move. A steady pace forward will lead to greater stability, insight and confidence. Personal improvement at home and with those you care about most will be what […]
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Pisces: Embrace moderation and simplicity
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Evangeline Lilly, 40; Michael Ealy, 46; Martha Stewart, 78; Tony Bennett, 93. Happy Birthday: Set up the guidelines for the way you want to see your life unfold. You are entering a new phase that will require you to rely on experience and the skills you have honed over time. […]
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Teen braces for blowback over becoming a vegetarian
DEAR ABBY: I am a 15-year-old girl who wants to become a vegetarian. I don’t exactly know why. I only know I want to stop eating meat and choose a healthier alternative lifestyle. I also want to lose weight, which may happen after becoming vegetarian. There’s been a lot going on in my life lately, […]
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Aquarius: Take advantage of any opportunities that come your way
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Hallie Eisenberg, 27; Sam Worthington, 43; Kevin Smith, 49; Mary-Louise Parker, 55. Happy Birthday: Trust in facts, not in hearsay or persuasive individuals trying to manipulate you. You have everything to gain and too much to lose if you let someone interfere with your plans. Precision, detail, preparation and planning […]