For many, spring is the season of renewal and new beginnings. But it’s also the season when trees and plants start to bloom and pollen hangs in the air. Instead of feeling refreshed and reinvigorated, some brace for the return of seasonal allergies. Sneezing, itchy eyes, congestion, ...

DEAR ANNIE: My dad died of lung cancer a few years ago, and because of that, I abhor smoking in all its forms. The problem is I just discovered my boyfriend, who is a nurse, has been secretly vaping behind my back. I was shocked and upset not so much that he did it (which is bad enough) but ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband has neuropathy in his feet. He is otherwise healthy, exercises daily, maintains his weigh, and eats healthy. My concern is that he uses chewing tobacco. He insists that it doesn’t have a negative influence on his condition, but I disagree. What’s your medical ...

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DEAR HELOISE: Pet hair embeds itself deep into fabric fibers, making the removal of it especially difficult. Before you go straight to the washer, tumble furry items in the dryer on air-only (no heat) for about 10 minutes with a dryer sheet. The dryer loosens fur and static, and most of it ...

Q. My doctor prescribed hormones due to bone loss. I am using an estrogen patch, progesterone and testosterone cream. My osteoporosis is now reversed. My spine is in the normal range. Hormones are the best thing I’ve ever done, and my sex drive is back! A. The head of the Food and Drug ...