Sequim This Week

News of the Weird

Weird science
In July, a surgeon from Britain’s Oxford Radcliffe Hospital announced a cure for a 57-year-old man with a rare condition that made, in his mind, audible and ever-louder… »

Animal Doctor

Allergies may explain dog’s oily, smelly fur
Dear Dr. Fox,
My 9-year-old border collie had a beautiful coat and skin until two years ago. He started scratching and biting himself… »

Savvy Senior: How to find a good handyman or contractor

Dear Savvy Senior,
Can you offer us seniors any tips for finding a good handyman to do some work around the house?
I’m 71 and have had some bad luck… »

Dinner, auction fundraiser set

SEQUIM — The sixth annual Día de Muertos dinner and auction to benefit the educational programs of Mujeres de Maiz Opportunity Foundation will be held at the Sequim Prairie Grange,… »

People’s Pharmacy Q&A

Q: I have heard that the Food and Drug Administration has approved a new drug to treat symptoms of prostate enlargement.
The trouble is that I didn’t catch the name.… »

People’s Pharmacy: There are many causes, cures for bad breath

Bad breath (halitosis in doctorspeak) is not a topic for polite conversation. In fact, even your dentist or best friend may not bring up the subject of dragon breath. Many… »

This Week’s Garden: The winter garden

Fair weather or foul, nature finds a way to create interest in the garden, and winter is no exception.
A careful selection of plants can transform your garden from a… »

Olympic Orchard Society fruit show plans underway

SEQUIM — The Olympic Orchard Society of Clallam County will hold its biannual Fall Fruit Show at Trinity United Methodist Church, 100 S. Blake Ave., from 10 a.m. to 3… »

Nonprofit to sponsor free festival

SEQUIM – Snap, a local nonprofit for people with development disabilities and their families, will sponsor the free Sprout Film Festival on Saturday, Oct. 15.
The event will be held… »

People’s Pharmacy Q&A

Q: I’ve had a terrible cough, so violent that I’ve wet and sometimes even soiled myself. For several weeks, I’ve been vomiting from coughing so hard. I take lisinopril and… »

People’s Pharmacy: Are your drugs really safe and effective?

Commercials on television and ads in magazines make medications seem like magic. They are supposed to solve problems like overactive bladder, elevated cholesterol and erectile dysfunction. Smiling faces and cheerful… »

This Week’s Garden – Witch hazel: the wonder winter flower

Witch hazel, a large deciduous shrub with forked branches and spider-like flowers, provides dazzling foliage in fall and brightly colored flowers to wintery landscapes. This colorful plant has enjoyed a… »

News of the Weird

Government in action
An open-government advocacy group’s survey of federal agencies, released in July, revealed that eight of them have unresolved Freedom of Information Act requests that are over a… »

Animal Doctor

Cat in intestinal distress
Dear Dr. Fox,
I have a 14-year-old spayed mostly Maine coon cat, Molly, who has been suffering some sort of intestinal problem for about three months.… »

Savvy Senior: A few fire safety tips to help keep seniors safe

Dear Savvy Senior,
Can your write a column on fire safety tips for seniors?
With winter approaching, it’s important that seniors know that home fires are far more common and… »

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