DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 69-year-old female in excellent health, other than having been treated for breast cancer eight years ago. (I underwent surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, then five years on an aromatase inhibitor.) Since then, I have gained 40 pounds. I am 5 feet, 2 inches tall, and weigh ...

When spring returns, mallard ducks are a common sight on the water. In any season, you can find them in duck decoy collections and auctions. (Many were made) by the Mason Decoy Factory of Detroit, which operated from 1896 to 1924 and is still celebrated by decoy collectors today. Founder ...

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) This is a fabulous, powerful day for you! Travel plans will appeal to you. In fact, do anything that will expand your horizons, because you’re eager to explore and learn more. Someone powerful might help you with publishing, the media, medicine, the law or educational ...

Dear Annie: My girlfriend and I have been together for four years, and most of that time has been great. The last year and half, however, has become quite complicated and strained due to her 14-year-old daughter. I’ll call her “Rose.” When her mother and I got together, Rose was 10, ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have erectile dysfunction (ED). I am 71, and this has been an issue for over a year. But it seems to be getting worse. I have used sildenafil and Cialis with no effect. I also received testosterone injections for over a year. I have used Trimix and Quadmix, which worked ...

Dear Heloise: I read your column in the Dayton Daily News and wanted to share a hint that I’ve never seen before. I always keep a small jar of water in my microwave in case I happen to turn it on by mistake when it’s empty. This tip has saved me from disaster. You can also eliminate ...