Special task force sets screening guidelines

Dear Doctors: I am 69 years old, in very good health and have a physical every year. Last year, my doctor of 20 years did not order a PSA test for prostate, even though it's covered by Medicare. Is a PSA test for a man my age necessary? My doctor has also stopped EKGs and chest X-rays. I'm confused.

Mother searching for Stubby the squirrel

My mother has a pet squirrel named Stubby.He is not, technically, her pet, as he lives outdoors as a wild squirrel.

Over achiever faces sudden lack of motivation

DEAR HARRIETTE: Growing up, I was always the over achiever. I got straight A's, ran track and took part in various extracurriculars, often leaving my siblings in the dust. My parents and family always admired my dedication and ambition, praising me whenever I achieved something new.

Legislators set goals for new session

We hit the ground running with the start of the legislative session last week. We began by hearing the State of the State address from Gov. Kevin Stitt.I appreciated his comments and look forward to working with him as we review legislation and craft our state budget.

End tax breaks for sports stadiums

This week Senators James Lankford (R-Okla.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) introduced a bill to eliminate a federal subsidy for professional sports stadiums.

Major controversy surrounding the Grammys

There was some outrage surrounding the 'Unholy' performance of Sam Smith and Kim Petras at the Grammys, which involved Smith dressing up like the devil, against a backdrop of someone's cartoonish idea of hell.What deserves more reflection than Sam Smith's horned hat is singer Kim Petras.

Cardinal, Pope ignite new debates on sex and the eucharist

When popes talk about sex, it tends to make headlines. This was certainly true when Pope Francis told the Associated Press last month, 'Being homosexual isn't a crime.' He said the Catholic Church opposes criminalizing homosexuality and that, 'We are all children of God, and God loves us as we are.

Patients undergoing treatment have ‘chemo fog’

ASK THE DOCTORSDear Doctors: I had chemotherapy for breast cancer. It was successful and I'm getting my strength back, but I'm having trouble with thinking and memory. My doctor calls it 'chemo brain' and says it will get better. Why is this happening? How long is it going to last?

Friend caught in the middle after playing matchmaker

DEAR HARRIETTE: One of my girlfriends asked me to set her up with one of my guy friends, so I did. She said that the date went really well, but unfortunately he wasn't as into it as she was.When I talked to him afterward, he told me that he didn't find her attractive and did not feel a connection.

Justice coming for George Santos

Some Republicans have entreated House GOP leaders: Can’t we get rid of this guy?Can’t we just kick him out?The guy, of course, is Rep. George Santos, the GOP freshman who won election in the 3rd District of New York by lying about virtually everything in his life.