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T.G.A., though frightening, is considered benign

T.G.A., though frightening, is considered benign

T.G.A., though frightening, is considered benign

ASK THE DOCTORSDear Doctors: I was recently home alone, and I remember feeling dizzy.The next thing I knew, I was at the hospital. My husband says I called him and asked for help, and he called 911.I have no memory of any of this. I was told I had a TGA. What causes it?
Friend’s lack of motivation ruins moving plans

Friend’s lack of motivation ruins moving plans

Friend’s lack of motivation ruins moving plans

DEAR HARRIETTE: I had planned on moving in with a friend of mine in the next few months, but I lost hope for our move-in plans due to my friend’s lack of participation. He has all these excuses, but I don’t like excuses.I see them as a sign of incompetence.

CLINTON’S HISTORY 10, 20, 30 AND 40 YEARS AGO

30 YEARS AGOKing and Queen honors for the local chapter of the American Association of Retired Persons had been accorded to Edna Cryer and Walt Davis for 1993.

Don’t forget the other things

City officials still seem to be more interested in who gets the blame for our hospital closing than how we can move forward.
Reading the post-pandemic tea leaves in modern church pews

Reading the post-pandemic tea leaves in modern church pews

Reading the post-pandemic tea leaves in modern church pews

For the experts who examine trends in pews, the post-pandemic tea leaves have been hard to read with a few people going to church more often, others staying away and some still watching services online.But it's important for pastors to note another sobering fact, according to one of America's most...
Peptic ulcers often develop due to bacteria infection

Peptic ulcers often develop due to bacteria infection

Peptic ulcers often develop due to bacteria infection

Dear Doctors: I recently learned I have a small peptic ulcer. The doctor said it’s a common occurrence and not a big deal.I’m having a lot of indigestion and wonder if the ulcer may be the cause. I’ve tried taking Nexium, but it makes me feel nauseated.
Woman attracted to friend’s casual ex

Woman attracted to friend’s casual ex

Woman attracted to friend’s casual ex

DEAR HARRIETTE: I was out at a bar with a girlfriend of mine when we ran into a man I used to casually date. She couldn’t stop talking about how handsome he was, and she even asked me to set them up.
When Democrats attack Democracy

When Democrats attack Democracy

When Democrats attack Democracy

The United States Constitution and all the state constitutions establish legislatures and give those legislatures the authority to set their own rules.
DO JUST ONE THING

DO JUST ONE THING

DO JUST ONE THING

Home computers are essential, but they can be energy hogs, too. There are simple steps you can take to save electricity. Whenever you’re not using your computer, unplug it, which will protect it from power surges and also save the electricity your computer still uses in standby mode.
Return of colleague causes awkward feelings

Return of colleague causes awkward feelings

Return of colleague causes awkward feelings

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have some negative history with a woman who is now back in my life through work. We worked together years ago, and it didn’t end well. I didn’t like the way she handled certain things, and I let her know how I felt. Now, here we are again, working together on a project.