Vulgar new member puts pall on family celebrations
DEAR ABBY
JEANNE PHILLIPS
      DEAR ABBY: I am a woman in my late 40s. My father and siblings all live in the same town. We have always been close and spend holidays, birthdays, etc. together, even as our families have grown. Last year my brother's daughter married a horrible man I'll call "Willard." Willard is rude, vulgar an...
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Learning the T's and Z's of osteoporosis
YOUR HEALTH
DR. DONOHUE
      DEAR DR. DONOHUE: What is the difference between the T-score and the Z-score on osteoporosis tests? -- M.S. ANSWER: The standard test to screen for osteoporosis is the DEXA (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) test. It discloses the strength of bones and how great is their calcium content.
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HOROSCOPE
JACQUELINE BIGAR
      FORECAST FOR SATURDAY, JUNE 28, 2008 ARIES (March 21-April 19) If you ever had a possessive streak, it is right now. Let go and worry less. What would make you feel better about yourself? Loosen up and enjoy the moment. Refuse to let fatigue translate into negativity, OK? Tonight: Your treat.
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