DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a history of polyps. I recently had nasal polyps removed, and a previous colonoscopy had also revealed polyps. I have been put on a blood thinner (Xarelto) and an aspirin. Since I started taking Xarelto and the aspirin, my hemoglobin level dropped over the course of four months. What is […]
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Aquarius: Self-improvement projects will bring the most satisfaction and the least amount of controversy.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jason Lee, 53; Renee Zellweger, 54; Hank Azaria, 59; Al Pacino, 83. Happy Birthday: Share your thoughts, formulate your goals for the year and balance your life with a mixture of hard work, exercise, healthy living and love. Push forward with gratitude; what you attract will complement your dreams, hopes […]
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Sounds of verbal abuse echo outside the walls
DEAR ABBY: I live on the bottom floor of a duplex with my wife. My brother-in-law, his wife and their two sons, ages 4 and 2, are upstairs. Since the 2-year-old was born, he’s been very rambunctious and fussy. I consider my BIL a good parent overall, but for a while now, I hear him […]
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People who get COVID vaccine less likely to die from any cause
DEAR DR. ROACH: In a recent column, you referred to a U.K. source that stated “all-cause mortality is very significantly reduced in people who have had the COVID vaccine, compared to unvaccinated people.” I wasn’t sure what you meant by all-cause? Does this mean any and all deaths, with or without COVID, for any reason, […]
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Capricorn: The time and effort you spend on loved ones and building a secure future will help you say no to tempting-but-costly offers.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Katherine Webb, 34; David Boudia, 34; Kelly Clarkson, 41; Barbra Streisand, 81. Happy Birthday: It’s what you do that counts this year. Actions and transparency will pay off and encourage others to pitch in and help. Opportunities may not be easy to find, but dedication to what makes you feel […]
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Friend concerned as woman becomes man’s third wife
DEAR ABBY: My best friend, “Laura,” had an affair with a married man for 20 years. He had been married twice before, and both wives died. He’s only 50, so I find it odd that both of his previous wives died. His second wife passed while Laura was his mistress. She is able to be […]
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Sagittarius: Personal information given out too freely will put you in a vulnerable position.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Dev Patel, 33; Jaime King, 44; Kal Penn, 46; George Lopez, 62. Happy Birthday: Take a serious look at what’s happening around you and how you can use your skills, intelligence and energy to bring about positive change. Your contributions will make a difference and increase awareness regarding your character […]
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Scorpio: Step out of your comfort zone and try something you’ve never done before. Take care of expenses, medical issues or documents with an expiration. Embrace a lifestyle change.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Amber Heard, 37; Sherri Shepherd, 56; Byron Allen, 62; Jack Nicholson, 86. Happy Birthday: Being set in your ways will keep you on the right track. Put your energy into expansion, getting things done on time and showing enthusiasm that encourages others to pitch in and help. You’ll come full […]
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Fiance’s sister is center of the family’s attention
DEAR ABBY: I am marrying the most amazing man next year. We have been together for six years. I have always gotten along with his family and know they will be great in-laws. However, as time has gone by, I’ve noticed that they cater more and more to my fiance’s older sister. She’s nearly 30, […]
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Gastro seems unbothered by appearance of angiodsyplasias
DEAR DR. ROACH: I would appreciate any insight you can give me regarding a diagnosis that I was given after my last colonoscopy. I was being tested because of anemia. The gastroenterologist said that I had arteriovenous malformations — “too many to treat” — in my ascending colon and that I should take iron for […]