PSA Test and Prostate Cancer Guidance
Reader asks about a PSA reading of 64 and whether one or two cancer cells matter. The doctor explains PSA guidance, the variability of PSA, and steps such as repeat testing, ultrasound, and biopsy if cancer is suspected, advising clarification from the urologist and possible second opinion.
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DR. Gott
Where to retire lake or mountains a practical guide
A retirement should prioritize safety and services over scenery. Consider crime rates, access to hospitals, senior programs, and active job markets. Visit towns for six months of local news, check taxes, and assess cost of living before choosing lake or mountain locations.
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Childless by Choice and Other Dear Abby Notes
A reader asks how to handle pressure from in laws about grandchildren, Abby advises asserting their happiness without children and not changing their life path. In a second note, a caller regrets not honoring a friend’s church donation request and Abby recommends giving to the church obituary cause. A third letter writer describes stopping unwanted magazines by marking a porn envelope as deceased, Abby corrects with a refuse return option and notes a postal kit to curb such ads.
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Abby
Allen
United States
Canada
Alaska
Hawaiian Islands
Europe
South America
Orient
Joyce
MC Henry
Ill
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When mom says yes, dad says no DR WALLACE column
Cinnamon asks how to handle conflicting parental decisions as a teen. Dr Wallace warns that both parents must be in concert to avoid a chaotic home, and urges a serious family discussion to end this disruptive pattern. The second reader asks about substance use and Dr Wallace addresses alcohol and marijuana as serious problems, noting alcohol’s physical addiction versus marijuana’s psychological addiction.
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Charleston
Bruce
Nashua
N.H
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