DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 85-year-old man. I am in good health, and I exercise and swim at the gym for 3 hours every other day. I am not overweight, and the only prescription I have is a nose spray. I do have mild idiopathic neuropathy, but I am still quite agile and mobile. […]
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Young dog has become a nuisance and a danger
DEAR ABBY: I am a retiree with diabetes and heart trouble. My husband is disabled. I’m his sole caregiver when I have the energy to do it. Our adult daughter lives with us and works full time in the medical field on weekends. She does practically nothing around the house. The real problem is, we […]
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Wrinkle in family dynamics can be hard to describe
DEAR ABBY: I am the mother of a daughter, “Rebecca,” I placed for adoption when I was a teenager. Long story short, we have reunited. We not only have a wonderful relationship, but I have a great relationship with Rebecca’s adoptive mom, and my husband and children (with my husband) all have an open and […]
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Unstable relative reappears as father’s health declines
DEAR ABBY: My aunt frequently cuts people out of her life for perceived slights — small, large and imagined. A few years ago, she got into a fight with my dad (her brother). Somehow, the rest of my family got cut out, too. Guilt by association, I guess. She has done it to me so […]
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Doctors give conflicting advice regarding calcium supplements
DEAR DR. ROACH: My primary care physician wanted me to stop taking calcium (and the vitamin D that accompanies it) due to risks such as kidney stones. However, my endocrinologist, whom I see for thyroid issues (I’m currently on levothyroxine), thinks that I should continue with it. What does one do when doctors give conflicting […]
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Scorpio: How you handle professional or financial matters will determine your reputation and the chance to advance.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Hallie Eisenberg, 32; Sam Worthington, 48; Kevin Smith, 54; Mary-Louise Parker, 60. Happy Birthday: Keep an open mind and prepare to be surprised this year. You’ll discover all sorts of exciting information to help you decide which path is best for you. Being ready to put your energy where it […]
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Trospium should be avoided if dementia is a concern
DEAR DR. ROACH: For approximately a decade, I have been taking trospium for incontinence. I would like to know if long-term usage of it could have an effect on dementia. I’ve heard about it often. Also, a 20-mg dose daily doesn’t seem to work as well as it used to. I tried taking it twice […]
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Libra: Refrain from settling for less when you can have more.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Madison Bumgarner, 35; Jason Momoa, 45; Adam Duritz, 60; Chuck D, 64. Happy Birthday: Rein in your emotions and do your due diligence this year before making a move. Feeling uncertain is a warning sign to sit tight and observe. Put your time and energy where you can make the […]
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Secrets still held as union approaches end
DEAR ABBY: After many years of trying to keep our family together, divorce is our final option. My husband has had two affairs that I know of during our 30-year marriage. They hurt me deeply. We’ve had lots of counseling, but we can’t get past the damage and breakdown in communication. Should I tell our […]
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At-home testing is not a comprehensive solution for everyone
DEAR DR. ROACH: What do you think of the explosion in DIY home health care tests? — K.L.R. ANSWER: Some of the home health care tests have had a major and beneficial impact on care. One easy example are at-home COVID tests, which allow people to get an answer of whether they have COVID very […]