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Dear Aunt B,

Dear Aunt B,

I have friends that are having trouble. I hate this because I really love both of them. They have asked me for my advice and frankly I have some I would like to tell them. I think this might be a bad decision. What do you think?

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Volunteers typically offer their time and services in an effort to help others, but researchers believe volunteering has a profound effect on individuals who lend a hand, particularly when those pi

Ask Aunt B

Ask Aunt B

How can I tell if my boyfriend is serious about me? We have been in a long-term relationship which many would consider like a marriage. However he does not do the simple things to put me on his insurance or things to take care of me. I think he loves me, but I don't understand his lack of caring behaviors.

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Falls pose a significant threat to the senior population. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says someone age 65 or older suffers a fall every second of every day in the United States.

Dear Aunt B,

Dear Aunt B,

I have an issue, a legal issue. I have been wronged, and I am sure the law is on my side. I have done all of my research, but it really seems like I will not get what is due me. How do I know when to continue to fight something or to let it go and cut my losses?

Dear Aunt B,

Dear Aunt B,

I don’t see my family and friends as much as I would like. We are all too busy. I am concerned that we will all be very, very sorry when it is too late to see each other. I know that sounds very morbid, but I think about it. Any ideas to have better connections?

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Treatment for head lice should not begin before a live nymph or adult louse is identified, advises the American Academy of Pediatrics. A health care provider will carefully comb wet, lubricated hair with a fine-toothed comb from the scalp to the end of the hair looking for a live louse. In addition, he or she may use a special light called a Wood's light, which causes lice eggs, also known as nits, to appear bluish. If live lice are found, a nonprescription medication likely will be recommended, says the Mayo Clinic. Some studies suggest a first treatment, and then a second seven to nine days later to address nymphs that may have hatched after the first application, as these medicines do not kill nits, only live lice. Common medication used to treat lice include permethrin, a synthetic version of a compound extracted from the chrysanthemum flower, and ivermectin lotion. If a non-prescription treatment fails repeatedly, a doctor may recommend a prescription treatment. Some lice have developed a resistance to non-prescription products, and there's also a chance for user error. Spinosad, malathion and a tablet form of ivermectin may be prescribed.

Ask Aunt B

Ask Aunt B

In preparing for this week's column, I was struck with an interesting thought. What is the best advice I have ever received, and did I act upon it? So in the vein of this question, I ask you to submit to me the best advice you have ever received. Also any ideas you have come across for implementing those ideas. Thanks in advance.

Dear Aunt B,

Dear Aunt B,

School is back and back with a vengeance. My child doesn't like his teacher. He says she is mean. I am unsure if I should intervene or let things play out. I do think if a change needs to be made, it is best early on. Also if there is a problem with this teacher, I want to make a change before everyone else requests a change. Any ideas?

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