DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a female and almost 75 years old. My vital signs are always normal, and I am active, but slightly overweight. I get quarterly blood draws, and every reading is in the normal range except for the lymphocytes. That count is higher, just outside the normal range (the lab’s range is […]
Advice
Sagittarius: The information you gather will give you the lowdown and help you discover the best way to do your part.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ciara, 37; Katy Perry, 38; Josh Henderson, 41; Persia White, 50. Happy Birthday: Embrace change and new beginnings. Don’t let negativity stand between you and your dreams. Put your energy into planning your next big adventure. Use your ingenuity to devise a unique way to handle monetary issues. Steer clear […]
Sagittarius: The information you gather will give you the lowdown and help you discover the best way to do your part.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ciara, 37; Katy Perry, 38; Josh Henderson, 41; Persia White, 50. Happy Birthday: Embrace change and new beginnings. Don’t let negativity stand between you and your dreams. Put your energy into planning your next big adventure. Use your ingenuity to devise a unique way to handle monetary issues. Steer clear […]
Male friend reluctant to receive advice regarding his prostate
DEAR DR. ROACH: I recently had a health scare about my prostate, but fortunately, I was able to get it treated successfully. Because of my close call (I was diagnosed with a moderately aggressive prostate cancer and was apparently cured by surgery), I encourage my male friends to seek medical advice for prostate issues. But […]
Disappointed in love, but making all the right moves
DEAR ABBY: I am an out gay Black man. Several weeks ago, the man I have had a crush on told me he’s now in a relationship. While I’m happy for him, I can’t help feeling somewhat resentful because I wanted to be with him. I haven’t dated anyone since my last relationship ended seven […]
Scorpio: Work diligently to ensure you have left nothing undone or open for criticism. Stick close to home and steer clear of anyone trying to pick a fight.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shenae Grimes, 33; Eliza Taylor, 33; B.D. Wong, 62; Kevin Kline, 75. Happy Birthday: Take the mystery out of what’s possible by doing your research and mapping out a solid plan. A unique approach that gives you carte blanche to oversee every detail will put your mind at ease and […]
Libra: Hold your thoughts until you verify facts. Refuse to get caught in someone’s drama. Focus on what you can do to bring about positive results.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Amandla Stenberg, 24; Ryan Reynolds, 46; Cat Deeley, 46; “Weird Al” Yankovic, 63. Happy Birthday: Channel your energy wisely this year, and you’ll make worthwhile gains. A smart investment or lowering your overhead will ease stress and encourage you to do the things you enjoy and walk away from situations […]
Dad reverses curse on gift after political disagreement
DEAR ABBY: For my 50th birthday 10 years ago, my father, with whom I have had a tumultuous relationship, gave me cherished rings as gifts. One was my grandmother’s and the other was my grandfather’s, both of whom are deceased. This was at a time when we were in a good place, and it meant […]
Family friend develops a sense of entitlement
DEAR ABBY: I have two sons, 18 and 20. Since they were young, whenever we invited one of their friends to join us for an activity, dinner, etc., I have treated that friend. Over the past few years, we have included one friend in more activities as well as on numerous family vacations. The problem […]
Virgo: Having the facts will help you make better decisions and keep you out of trouble. A positive change that addresses worries is worth your time and effort.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jesse Tyler Ferguson, 47; Saffron Burrows, 50; Jeff Goldblum, 70; Christopher Lloyd, 84. Happy Birthday: Keep an open mind, and you will learn something new. Sign up for things that encourage a healthy lifestyle. Pay attention to how you look and present yourself to others; you will feel good about […]