CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shia LaBeouf, 29; Peter Dinklage, 46; Hugh Laurie, 56; Gene Wilder, 82. Happy Birthday: Your generosity and kindness will be repaid. Step up and fight for the underdog. The contacts you make and the opportunities that result will make your efforts well worth your while. Travel, friendships, love and romance […]
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Consider sexual function when choosing BPH treatment
DEAR DR. ROACH: The literature on Avodart use for benign prostatic hyperplasia mentions that only 1 percent of men taking it experience sexual difficulties. Are there ongoing or recent studies on Avodart use that would explain diminished climax response in an otherwise healthy senior adult male? As an alternative, what is the percent of TURP […]
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Capricorn: Avoid a fast-talking sales pitch
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kate Upton, 23; Leelee Sobieski, 32; Shane West, 37; DJ Qualls, 37. Happy Birthday: Make changes for the right reasons. Offers that are hyped to the max will disappoint you. Make your own opportunities. A problem with an employer or institution is best handled with charm and diplomacy. You can […]
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Daughter with absent father needs to be told the truth
DEAR ABBY: Several months after I had my first daughter from a six-year relationship that ended sadly, I started flirting with a married man. (I realize now that I was still heartbroken and trying desperately to forget my ex.) The flirtation turned into a full-blown affair that resulted in another child. Her father isn’t in […]
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No spleen? Get your vaccinations
DEAR DR. ROACH: I had a splenectomy in 2012 because an oncologist thought I had NK lymphoma. After pathology, I was informed that I had an unusual immune system with a lot of NK cells, but no cancer. I was very happy, but I’m wondering how to take care of myself now that I don’t […]
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Meet comments about biracial child with humor and pride
DEAR ABBY: May I comment on the letter from “Open-Minded in Pennsylvania” (3/6), the adoptive mother of a biracial child who asked for a witty comeback for strangers’ comments/questions? This is a rare teaching moment! If a parent reacts with the slightest hint of displeasure, the child will think the parent is displeased with her/him. […]
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Taurus: Sharing your ideas with your peers will inspire you
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Natalie Portman, 34; Johnny Depp, 52; Aaron Sorkin, 53; Michael J. Fox, 54. Happy Birthday: Don’t let the past stop you from moving forward. Focus on truth, positive changes and building a strong home base. A realistic, practical approach, combined with dedication and determination, will help you get past any […]
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Gluten is not always a bad guy
DEAR DR. ROACH: I don’t have celiac disease, but I keep reading that gluten-free is a healthier way to eat. Is that true? Is there any risk? — H.C. ANSWER: For people with celiac disease, strict avoidance of gluten (a protein component of grains, such as wheat, rye and barley) is essential. Gluten damages the […]
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Daughter who’s hooking up needs reality check from mom
DEAR ABBY: In recent conversations with my daughter, who is away in college, she opened up to me that she is hooking up. She introduced herself to this guy two weeks ago, and she’s already having sex with him. I tried to caution her about the dangers of such relationships and how harmful they can […]
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Virgo: Keep your wits about you
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kanye West, 38; Julianna Margulies, 49; Keenen Ivory Wayans, 57. Happy Birthday: Express your thoughts with unfiltered truthfulness and you will avoid wasting time dodging situations that will only stop you from reaching your goals. Work toward building a strong home base that is conducive to accomplishing your goals. Use […]