DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a healthy 79-year-old with a question about the blood thinner Xarelto. I take it for occasional atrial fibrillation. I hear that it can be dangerous. My doctors don’t seem worried, but I am. I have had rectal bleeding in the past, which wasn’t serious but was scary. I can’t take […]
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Taurus: Evaluate your situation
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Chris Hemsworth, 32; Ashley Jensen, 46; Viola Davis, 50; Hulk Hogan, 62. Happy Birthday: A creative approach to the way you handle your personal affairs will help you stay on top. Exploring new possibilities and expanding your knowledge should be your target. Do whatever it takes to stabilize your personal […]
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Woman goes to the mat to defend yoga photos
DEAR ABBY: A family member has recently lost more than 100 pounds running and doing yoga. She looks fantastic. Yoga is the focus of her life now, and she posts daily photos of herself on social media. In many of them she is scantily clad and in poses some might consider risque. Whenever she attends […]
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Scorpio: Approach work issues carefully
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Angie Harmon, 43; Justin Theroux, 44; Antonio Banderas, 55; Rosanna Arquette, 56. Happy Birthday: Embrace life and head forward with optimism. Focus on your dreams and goals, and don’t give up until you reach your destination. Laziness should not be in your vocabulary this year, so get organized and prepare […]
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More frequent, higher doses of NSAIDs carry greater risk of side effects
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 44-year-old man with chronic headaches and migraines. Should I worry about the long-term effects of taking an NSAID (such as diclofenac) at least once a week? — G.W. ANSWER: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are among the most commonly taken classes of drugs in the world, with 17 million Americans alone […]
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Attorney’s reckless driving habits are trial for his mom
DEAR ABBY: My 60-year-old son, “Martin,” is an accomplished litigation attorney, handsome and opinionated, but kind and attentive to me. (I am a widow.) Unfortunately, he’s a terrible driver and always has been. Sometimes I think he has a death wish the way he drives. He speeds, texts, phones, and looks away from the road […]
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Living arrangement not that unusual
DEAR ABBY: I am recently divorced. For financial reasons, as well as to be nice, I have allowed my ex-wife, “Cathy,” and her daughter to live in our home with me and my kids. Cathy has her own bedroom and bathroom. The subject of my living arrangements came up recently while I was on a […]
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Aries: Check out your neighborhood goings-on
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Anna Kendrick, 30; Tyson Gay, 33; Hoda Kotb, 51; Gillian Anderson, 47. Happy Birthday: Share your knowledge and contribute to the organizations and philosophies that you believe in. What you offer and are able to accomplish will put you in a good position for future opportunities. Hard work, dedication and […]
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Cancer: Share thoughts and ideas
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Roger Federer, 34; Joely Collins, 43; Keith Carradine, 66; Dustin Hoffman, 78. Happy Birthday: Pump up the volume and make things happen. Set your mind on success and don’t let anyone tell you that you cannot reach your goals. Stay focused and intent on doing and being your best, and […]
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Teen fashion victim dresses for effect, not for comfort
DEAR ABBY: I have a grandson who is 13. He insists on wearing a hoodie, leather jacket and long jeans no matter what the weather. It is 80 degrees outside today and he’s wearing them to a picnic. I have given up arguing with him on this. What gives? — MYSTIFIED GRANDMA IN WASHINGTON DEAR […]