DEAR ABBY: I have some advice for your readers who write regarding problems with how others behave badly or are verbally abusive or inappropriate toward them. Hopefully, it will help someone. I suggest recording video of the offending individual while it’s happening, and then showing them the video later when they are calm/sober/receptive. If the […]
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Not every ACL tear will call for a surgical procedure
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 74-year-old male. I have exercised at the gym for over 35 years. I take 10 mg of a simvastatin once a day for high cholesterol. I also take metoprolol (50 mg in the morning and 25 mg at night) for high blood pressure and my irregular heartbeat. Recently, I […]
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Health diagnosis fills wife’s head with doubts
DEAR ABBY: I have recently been diagnosed with a chronic illness. I am only 40, and I always took for granted that I had plenty of life left to live. I’m happily married, but I worry because my husband, “Al,” has become my caretaker. I feel terrible about it. My condition is very limiting. I’m […]
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Ampullary cancer treatment can include chemo prior to surgery
DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband was diagnosed with ampullary cancer. He has a tumor the size of a marble. We are told this is an aggressive cancer. My concern is that they are giving him chemotherapy before the Whipple surgery. Is this standard practice? — P.T. ANSWER: The ampulla of Vater is an opening in […]
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Taurus: An exciting partnership will provide you with more time to do what you do best.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Emma Stone, 35; Ethan Hawke, 53; Maria Shriver, 68; Sally Field, 77. Happy Birthday: Evaluate what’s important to you and adjust your routine. Let your intuition and imagination lead the way, and you’ll find the path and people to make your journey more enjoyable. Opportunities are apparent, but first, you […]
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Aries: Walk away from ventures that have nothing to offer but a hefty price tag.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kevin Jonas, 36; Tatum O’Neal, 60; Bryan Adams, 64; Art Garfunkel, 82. Happy Birthday: Establish your thoughts and control your emotions. Look at change from a positive perspective; you’ll figure out how to make the most of whatever situation you encounter this year. Opportunity is apparent, but if you labor […]
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Marriage to angry, abusive drunk has become prison
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been married to my husband for almost 43 years. We haven’t had sex in more than 10 years. He is a nasty drunk, which has grown worse. He is emotionally abusive and calls me lazy and fat. He hurt his right shoulder three years ago and refused to seek medical attention for […]
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Husband does nothing at home but pay the bills
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been with my husband, “Harry,” for 10 years, married for four, and already I’d like a divorce. We have two small children. I’m a stay-at-home mom while he works and pays the bills. The problem is, he feels that because he works, he doesn’t have to do anything else. He doesn’t help […]
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Pisces: Pay attention to detail and put what’s important to you somewhere private.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Sean Combs, 54; Matthew McConaughey, 54; Ralph Macchio, 62; Kathy Griffin, 63. Happy Birthday: Don’t give anyone the upper hand this year. Play to win and you will outshine anyone who gets in your way. Use your charm to mesmerize and your secrecy to surprise. Be observant, organized and ready […]
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Young adult weighs difficult decision
DEAR ABBY: I’m 24 and not where I want to be in life. I have goals and dreams I would like to accomplish. However, my family is super family-oriented. I work for my dad in a family business. He always talks business with me. I do not want to go into the family business. I […]