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Understanding the dangers of untreated sleep apnea

DEAR DR. ROACH: Would you please address the dangers of untreated sleep apnea? Also, what do people do when they are unable to tolerate a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine? I know that surgery is an option, but most times, it can be unsuccessful. -- Anon. ANSWER: Obstructive ...

Reader writes in with two hints

Dear Heloise: I read your column in the Colorado Springs Gazette and have a couple of hints for your readers: -- Instead of using a sifter (which is hard with arthritic hands), use a whisk. -- For leftover grease I use a 16-ounce soda bottle and funnel. Make sure the grease is room ...

Today in History: January 16, Bush announces Operation Desert Storm

Today is Thursday, Jan. 16, the 16th day of 2025. There are 349 days left in the year. Today in history: On Jan. 16, 1991, in a televised address to the nation, U.S. President George H.W. Bush announced the start of Operation Desert Storm, an Allied combat operation to drive Iraqi forces ...

Horoscopes by Holiday for Jan. 14

The Venus and Jupiter square may make it very easy to see what relationships bring us. Some bring joy, and others bring challenges much like the ones we saw our parents struggle with. Those dynamics can be comfortable even when they are unfavorable. Choosing badly is often the same thing as ...