Simple precautions prevent deadly, costly house fires
DEAR ABBY
JEANNE PHILLIPS
      DEAR ABBY: The number of fires in the United States has declined over the years, and while that's encouraging, there is still a real cause for concern today. In 2007, eight in 10 people who died in a fire were killed in a home fire.
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Canker sores-infection or immune attack?
YOUR HEALTH
DR. DONOHUE
      DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Since my 26-year-old son was a child, he has suffered with numerous canker sores. He has tried every over-the-counter product and has asked every doctor and dentist he has seen for advice. Nothing works for him. Is it possible to culture these sores and determine the cause? -- S.B.
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HOROSCOPE
JACQUELINE BIGAR
      FORECAST FOR WED., OCTOBER 8, 2008 ARIES (March 21-April 19) Curbing another's enthusiasm could be a huge mistake, as resentment could start to build. Let someone do what he or she wants. This person will anyway. You might want to try a different approach with friends and associates.
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