DEAR ABBY: There’s a social club within our retirement community that meets once a month, and I have attended since moving here. During this time, I have brought new ideas and proposed new events. Everyone likes me, for which I am grateful. The current president is stepping down because he is relocating. Following his announcement, […]
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Son caught off guard by parents ‘ reconciliation
DEAR ABBY: My husband’s parents divorced 50 years ago when he was a newborn. Both remarried within a few years. My husband was raised by his mom and stepdad. His mother and father had little contact after their divorce. Because of that, my husband does not have a close relationship with his biological father, who […]
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Aquarius: Whether overspending, eating or taking on ridiculous challenges, it’s best to rethink your plans.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Felicity Huffman, 61; Donny Osmond, 66; Beau Bridges, 82; Dame Judi Dench, 89. Happy Birthday: Rely on sensibility to point you in the right direction this year. Save your energy and input to make a difference, not a disruption. Be the peacekeeper, and you’ll impact what happens around you. Gravitate […]
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Childhood friend knows truth of man’s parentage
DEAR ABBY: Forty years ago, a neighborhood boy fathered a child with a neighborhood girl. “Billy” was 17 at the time, and “Becky” was 14 or 15. Both were friends of mine. They were not a steady couple. She liked him, but I feel he used her. I heard that she married an older gentleman […]
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Capricorn: Your vision of financial matters will help you put your money where it will bring the highest returns.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ian Somerhalder, 45; Dominic Monaghan, 47; Teri Hatcher, 59; James Galway, 84. Happy Birthday: Use your resources to get ahead and your energy to finish what you start. Your enthusiasm will create a stir and encourage those with something to offer to join your team. Be cautious regarding home, finances […]
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Very high CAC score might require more aggressive treatment
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 68 and in good shape; I work out daily. I had a few episodes of angina two to three years ago and started going to a cardiologist as a result. I have had quite a few tests done, but the one that was really concerning was my coronary artery calcium […]
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Lite salt is OK for use, except in people with kidney disease
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have been using “lite salt,” which has 50% less sodium than regular table salt. Do you agree that this is OK? — C.D. ANSWER: Lower-sodium salt substitutes are generally made from potassium salts; sometimes they’re all potassium, and sometimes they’re a mixture of sodium and potassium salts. The evidence is pretty […]
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Alumnus disappointed by 20th class reunion snub
DEAR ABBY: I recently found out that my 20-year high school reunion took place and I wasn’t invited. I’m still occasionally in touch with several friends from high school and easy to find on social media. I did attend my 10-year reunion, although I may not have received an invite myself because I went as […]
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Sagittarius: Trust in your ability to get things done according to your specifications.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Emily Browning, 35; C. Thomas Howell, 57; Tom Waits, 74; Ellen Burstyn, 91. Happy Birthday: Trust your instincts, abilities and experience to reach your destination of choice this year. Expand your skills, qualifications and outlook to mesh with what’s trending that offers the highest return. Refuse to let emotions interfere […]
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Less-invasive procedures can help with prostate symptoms
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 71-year-old male in good health with an enlarged prostate. I can’t stand going to the bathroom six times a night anymore. I tried prescription medications and didn’t like the side effects; they don’t work for me. What is the safest surgical method to correct this? — J.M. ANSWER: For […]