Advice on breast cancer risk and preventive surgery
Dear Abby fielded two questions on a High anxiety breast cancer risk in a 32 year old woman with strong family history. Doctors say 50 percent risk. the debated option is prophylactic mastectomy with implants. Experts cite anxiety level and medical judgment. implants likely last a lifetime though nipple removal may be advised.
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Ann Landers
Ann
Bran and AIDS questions in Dr. Donohue column
The reader asks if bran is more effective as cold cereal or muffins for fiber. Dr. Donohue notes fiber is unchanged by cooking and endorses bran muffins as a source of sufficient fiber. He then explains AIDS testing, mutual monogamy, and timelines for negative results. A third letter cites infant spit up improved after formula change and urges medical consultation.
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Finding a Familiar Phrase From These Letters
A word puzzle asks to locate a well known saying or name concealed within the given letters. The prompt uses the word LARGE to cue the puzzle theme and invites discovery of a common familiar phrase or proper name embedded in the arrangement.
Across and Down Puzzle Clues for Daily Crossword
The page presents a cryptic style crossword grid with numbered Across and Down clues ranging from simple to challenging. Entries include terms like Vampires, Century plant, Extra inning, Browbeat, and Deep red, among others, with numerous theme-like items and wordplay hints.
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