DEAR DR. ROACH: When I have appointments with my physicians (at our local, highly rated academic health system), they no longer do a physical exam. But in the after-visit note, there is a documented and complete physical exam that doesn't reflect reality. This happened on all types of visits, ...
Dear Annie: I'm a 45-year-old woman, and my boyfriend is 36. His family loves me, except for his dad. I don't know what I have done for him to dislike me. I should say that at one point, in the past, he used to like me. When my boyfriend's mom was diagnosed with cancer, I was there each time ...
Dear Car Talk: I recently purchased a plug-in hybrid. My question: I charge it up overnight and drive about 40 miles a day, all on battery power, as the battery-only range is about 50 miles. So, I can go weeks -- if not longer -- without using any gasoline. Should I be adding a fuel additive of ...
Dear Annie: My husband and I finalized our divorce in April after nearly a year of separation. I'm at a loss as to what to do now when it comes to my ex's birthday and Father's Day. We share an 8-year-old son who is severely autistic, so when it comes to holidays and whatnot, everything is my ...
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 83-year-old man. Except for blood pressure medication, I've never had any heart-related health issues. Earlier this year, I experienced six or so episodes of a fast, irregular heartbeat. After seeing a cardiologist, I was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. I was ...
Dear Annie: My sister, "Jenna," is 38 and recently started selling handmade candles online. I was excited for her at first; it's a big step to start your own business. But now, every conversation somehow turns into a pitch. She'll bring candles to family dinners and "gift" them, only to follow ...