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Debunking ivermectin as a ‘miracle treatment’

DEAR DR. ROACH: I was diagnosed with stage 4 high-grade ovarian cancer in September 2024. I underwent a major surgery after the tumor shrank in March. I see a top doctor at a renowned hospital, and I trust him. I went through seven rounds of chemo with three different meds. I handled it well as I am very fit and 64 years old. I am now on maintenance medications (Avastin and Lynparza). My numbers are going up. I know my outlook isn’t good, but I try to live my best life. I have a lot of different things to look forward to (marriages, grandbabies, etc.). I have many friends who keep ...

Choose your countertops wisely

Dear Heloise: I house-sit and clean for a number of clients, and I wanted to share some observations. The use of granite countertops in kitchens and bathrooms seems to be a high priority for homeowners today. I find that very busy patterns in granite make noticing spills and debris on countertops more difficult. I find very dirty countertops in kitchens and bathrooms that, from first glance, appear fine, but after passing a bare hand across the counter, you can feel the dried-on food and other spills all over. Also, don’t forgo other more-helpful features when designing your kitchen ...

Horoscope

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Greater social awareness will set you apart from the amateurs. You aim to listen, find out what the need really is and serve it well. At work it’s called professionalism, and in relationships it’s called the reason you’re their favorite. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Reciprocity won’t come in the form of a one-to-one, equal exchange, but still, justice will prevail. You’ll receive your end of the bargain in an unexpected way and from a surprising direction, and this will be better than anything you expected. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You’ve been ...

Today in History

Today is Monday, Sept. 22, the 265th day of 2025. There are 100 days left in the year. Today in history: On Sept. 22, 1862, President Abraham Lincoln issued the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation, declaring all enslaved people in Confederate states should be freed as of Jan. 1, 1863, if the states did not end the fighting and rejoin the Union. Also on this date: In 1776, during the Revolutionary War, Capt. Nathan Hale, 21, was hanged as a spy by the British in New York. In 1957, Haitian women were allowed to vote for the first time, 153 years after Haiti became an ...

Private family time isn’t selfish

Dear Annie: My husband works in the family business alongside his father, his brother-in-law, and sometimes his brother and cousin. He is a generous, hardworking man who would give the shirt off his back for his family. Unfortunately, they seem to take advantage of that generosity. Despite the pressures of the business, we make it a priority to enjoy our life together. On Sundays, we take our children out to eat, and we plan family activities and vacations with just the four of us. These outings are special to us and give our kids wonderful memories. The problem is, his family makes ...

Understanding risk reduction of statins

DEAR DR. ROACH: A cardiologist recently suggested that I should consider taking a statin because of my “borderline” cholesterol level. So, I took a dive into the details of statin therapy. I learned that although statins are thought to reduce the chance of a cardiovascular event by up to 50%, the actual reduction is very small. I presented this information to the cardiologist and decided to forego statin therapy, which he endorsed. A better understanding of this difference would be very valuable to your readers. –– T.G. ANSWER: The amount of absolute risk reduction from a ...