Dear Heloise: It's amazing how many people don't know or understand how dangerous lint traps in dryers can be. Thanks to allergies, I've known about this for years. And I have a cheap, easy-to-do solution: I use white vinegar in the rinse water. Among other things, it softens clothing when you ...
Recently I was met with a question, “What do you want to be remembered for?” Now this is deep and introspective for everyone to consider. What do I want to be remembered for? I want people to remember me now if I meet them on the street as a genuine kind person. I want to be remembered as ...
DEAR DR. ROACH: It's well-known that formaldehyde is toxic and can be a cause of cancer. Hiprex, which I've been taking for a few years, works by turning into an antiseptic called formaldehyde in the urinary tract to prevent bacteria from growing. Should I be concerned? I haven't read any ...
Dear Annie: For years, I've been the person my family turns to whenever they need help. Now, after everything I've done for them, I'm the one they've turned against. During the pandemic, my husband and I moved into my elderly parents' home to help care for my seriously ill mother. I'm a ...
Dear Heloise: Regarding the letter about flushable wipes, they don't degrade and can be easily replaced with toilet paper spray. The spray is readily available at a major online retailer, and a bottle lasts for quite a while and works like a charm! -- Melanie M., via email Melanie, thank you ...
Dear Heloise: I learned during postsurgery physical therapy that balance is highly impacted by vision. Therapy exercises that were done with closed eyes were significantly impacted. I highly agree on using some form of light when walking at night to prevent or limit falls. -- Steve W., via ...
