DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 77-year-old woman who has enjoyed good health. Several weeks ago, I fell off a stepstool while trimming a tree in the backyard, bruising the shin on my left leg. The bruising has all disappeared by now, but a large (quarter-size), hard lump remains on my leg. I massage it […]
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Grandma is right to make kids pay for broken frame
DEAR ABBY: We visit my in-laws two or three times a year. During our most recent visit, my kids (ages 12 and 14) were roughhousing with their cousins and accidentally slammed a door, which resulted in a broken frame. Their grandpa had asked them to stop, which they apparently didn’t do. Now, three months later, […]
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Treating lifelong high cholesterol levels is a challenge
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 63-year-old female. I have been treated for high cholesterol since I was in my 30s. My cholesterol levels are difficult to control, and as a result I am closely monitored. My meds are adjusted accordingly. I find this frustrating but am used to it. My weight has ranged from […]
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Mom who wanders at night could be ill or just nosy
DEAR ABBY: My mom lives with me and my hubby. Recently I found out that she walks around at night because she hears noises or is restless — and puts her ear on our bedroom door, too! I was shocked. I think this is a complete invasion of my privacy, and I was embarrassed to […]
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Gemini: Outside motives will be questionable
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Aly Raisman, 22; Demetri Martin, 43; Octavia Spencer, 46; Mike Myers, 53. Happy Birthday: Look at what you have, decide what you need and make a concerted effort to get rid of items you no longer use. Getting the clutter out of your life will give you a sense of […]
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Taurus: People from different backgrounds will influence you
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Joey Logano, 26; Mark Ballas, 30; John C. Reilly, 51; Bob Dylan, 75. Happy Birthday: Strive to be your best and you will get the most in return. Discipline can help ward off temptation. Try to make responsible rather than reckless choices. Look for solid ideas and plans, and don’t […]
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Is stress test more stressful than it’s worth?
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am always asked to redo tests — echo ECG, stress test ECG, nuclear stress test. The results are barely mentioned, yet the test is always indicated another time. Is this a waste of money (for the patient)? In someone with no known blockages and no symptoms, how often should a stress […]
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You don’t have to contribute to coworker’s cancer fundraiser
DEAR ABBY: A coworker has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. She’s not sure how long she may have. She is relatively young, so it’s tragic. We have excellent insurance from work, national health care and disability insurance. Another co-worker sent out an email with a link to a crowdfunding site as well as an invitation […]
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Aries: Learn from past relationships
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kelly Monaco, 40; Jewel, 42; Drew Carey, 58; Joan Collins, 83. Happy Birthday: Ease in to whatever you decide to take on this year. Quality will be more important than quantity. Pacing your every move and making sure you are on target will depend on the groundwork you do first. […]
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Couple’s counseling should occur together, not apart
DEAR ABBY: My girlfriend and I have been together for three years and have a 1-year-old daughter. Unfortunately, our fights have become more frequent now. She suggested counseling, which I agree with. However, she insists I’m the one who is causing the problem and I should go first. Sometimes we fight about finances, since I […]