By KEITH ROACH, M.D. Syndicated columnist Dear Dr. Roach: I’m a 68-year-old female who is in good health. I currently take vitamin D3. The only prescription that I’m on is rosuvastatin. It has been brought to my attention by my cousin, who is a devout vegan, that taking vitamin D3 ...
By HELOISE Syndicated columnist Dear Heloise: I have a suggestion for anyone living alone, especially older adults — put your phone next to your bed at night. I had a friend who stored her phone and emergency call button on the charger in her kitchen at night. They ended up finding her between the wall and her bed. If either one had been on her nightstand, it might have saved her life. If you are laying in bed and something doesn’t feel right, it makes it easier to call for help. I read your column in the Portland Oregonian. — Nadine C., via email Nadine, I agree. If you ...
Dear Annie: I'm a senior citizen. Fifty years ago, another young girl and I were in a juvenile detention facility for very minor infractions that would not lead to incarceration today. I was repeatedly raped by two counselors throughout our months there. This other girl was not mistreated in ...
Dear Car Talk: I have a 2009 Ford Edge with 125,000 miles. It has been very reliable since I did the timing chain, water pump, plugs, etc., at 100,000 miles. Recently, the oil light has been coming on intermittently, but only when slowing down or stopping. As soon as I start moving again, it ...
Dear Annie: I never imagined I would be writing to you about this, but I'm at a loss and worried sick. One of my adult sons has become deeply involved in far-right political activism. What began as strong opinions has hardened into something extreme and all-consuming. His social media is a ...
DEAR DR. ROACH: My 28-year-old son is in the hospital. He hasn't been acting like himself for a few weeks (not sleeping nor eating well), and he suddenly had four seizures. The doctors are worried about a condition called autoimmune encephalitis. What can you tell me about it? -- ...
