DEAR DR. ROACH: I see people walking everywhere with weighted vests. Is this a good idea for exercise? — M.B.W. ANSWER: In my opinion, there are plusses and minuses about a weighted vest. On the good side, they increase the intensity of workouts and activate muscles that don't ordinarily get ...

Dear Annie: I've been dating a man, "Daniel," for about a year. He's kind, reliable and has a great relationship with his family. I care about him a lot, but there's something that keeps nagging at me. He's never been very ambitious. He works a steady job, pays his bills, but doesn't seem ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a woman aged 58, and I have very high blood pressure from a fall that dissected my aorta. I somehow survived and am thriving. Well, the last time I checked my blood pressure about a week ago, it was 193/119 mmHg, which is low for me. It's usually around 220/130 mmHg, give ...

Dear Annie: My sister "Claire" and I have always been close, but things have shifted since she had her first baby eight months ago. I understand that motherhood changes things, but lately I feel like I've been pushed to the sidelines. Every conversation revolves around the baby, and when I try ...

HOUGHTON — Parade of Nations: A Global Celebration Returns Saturday. The community is invited to gather for the 2025 Michigan Tech Parade of Nations starting at 11 a.m. This year’s event promises vibrant cultural displays, music, food, and performances celebrating the many nations ...

HOUGHTON — This Saturday is Michigan Tech's Parade of Nations. It is an event I know quite well and have been a part of, in one way or another for most of the events 30+ year history. While I encourage you to attend the parade and multicultural festival that follows, I will be at neither as a ...