DEAR ABBY: Our father died nine months after his diagnosis with cancer. Within six months of his funeral, our stepmother of 20-plus years had begun a new relationship. She sold her and Dad’s home and belongings and moved across the country, leaving behind her children, stepchildren and grandchildren. Although she promised to keep in touch […]
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Hemochromatosis causes overabsorption of iron
DEAR DR. ROACH: Why aren’t all people screened for genetic hemochromatosis? It is the most common inherited disease. The tests are simple and would save so much suffering and massive payments for care. I know people who suffer from cardiac, liver or lung problems; diabetes; severe joint pain; fatigue; and many other problems. Early treatment […]
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Man uses wife's problems at work against her at home
DEAR ABBY: My husband tends to fight dirty, and I don’t know how much more I can take. If we argue about some issue between us, he’ll say something along the lines of, “This is why you have so much trouble with your colleagues at work.” He knows this is a touchy subject, and it […]
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Gemini: Get together with interesting people
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Hilary Duff, 31; Ranbir Kapoor, 36; Mira Sorvino, 51; Janeane Garofalo, 54. Happy Birthday: Live in the moment. It’s up to you to make the changes that will free you from those who put unfair demands on your time and on you personally. Make wise choices that will encourage you […]
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Does diet affect a woman's chance of post-partum depression?
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’ve heard that there are issues with the enzymes, proteins and chemicals that are found in animal meat and plant matter. Somehow, I’m told, it affects a woman’s brain and makes her go crazy when they’re mixed together. Somehow, this mixture possibly causes postpartum depression. I’m told it’s better to eat either […]
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Taurus: Stand behind your beliefs
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lola Kirke, 28; Anna Camp, 36; Tamara Taylor, 48; Meat Loaf, 71. Happy Birthday: Investments, health issues and contracts should be looked over carefully. You may need to make some adjustments this year in order to stabilize your situation. A gift, inheritance or unexpected gain is apparent. However, how you […]
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Girlfriend's young kids are challenge for veteran dad
DEAR ABBY: I’m 41 with two adult kids and my youngest, who is almost 15. For the last eight months I have been dating a woman with two kids — one is nearly 10 and the other is 4. We have a lot in common. We get along great, and I really like her. The […]
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Back surgery complicated by post-op pain management
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 78-year-old with severe back pain due to compression of the nerve. My activities of daily life are more and more limited, and my quality of life is suffering. I am told I need a back operation, and I agree that it is necessary. However, when I consult with the […]
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Aries: Treat others with respect
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Christina Milian, 37; Serena Williams, 37; Jim Caviezel, 50; Olivia Newton-John, 70. Happy Birthday: Speed up and get things done. This is a year of progress, but it’s up to you to make that happen. Don’t sit on the sidelines expecting someone else to take over. Build your future by […]
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Man confesses to long-ago affair with friend's wife
DEAR ABBY: I found out a month ago that my wife and my best friend had a relationship 40 years ago when we were in our 20s. My friend hinted about it, so I asked him point blank and he confessed. Obviously, if you can’t trust someone, he’s not your friend. My question is, should […]