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Health
!!
Alzheimer's Association sets
a legislative day February 16
The Washington Alzheimer's Association will hold its sec-
ond legislative outreach day February 16 in Olympia. Atten-
dees will meet in the Cherberg Building Senate Hearing Room
1 at 11 a.m., moving at 11:30 a.m. to the Capitol Building Sen-
ate Reception Room on the third floor.
Speakers will include Senator Sid Snyder and Representa-
tive Eileen Cody. At noon, participants will break for lunch
and appointments with legislators from their individual dis-
tricts. Those who plan to attend the legislative day should con-
tact the Alzheimer's Association in Seattle at 1-800-848-7097,
said a spokesperson for the group.
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sc00T., slice, 00t.v. ,
' We take great pleasure m welcoming Scott E. Stk'e, M.D., to our active
medical staff He will be joining Mark R Corky, M.D., a local
ophthalnlo/ogist, at Mason County Eye Specialists, 2300 Kati Court,
Suite A 711cy can be reachcxl at 426.8717.
:i: Dr. Slice received his medical dcree fi'om and completed his
internship at the Medical Ilnivet$ity of South ('aro/ina, Charleston,
South Carolina.//is rvsidenqy was in ophlhah?oloqy at the University
.... ' ofIowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa Ci(y, Iowa and recently finished
+" his ]ellowship at the same institution.
An ophthalmologist perlbmTs regular eye exams and specializes in the
i diagnosis and treatment (J eye diseases with medication, lenses and
laser or conventional surgery. An ophthalmologist is a highly trained
::,
,, medical doctor specializing as an eye physician and surgn,
Mason General Hospital itJ::
PO. Box Io68, 901 MI. View Drive, : i, Shellon, WA 98584 360.426.1611, from BelJair 275-8614
hltp://www.pugelsoundwa.neVMGH/
,iii'i
I III II I II
[ 426-4272 ]
207 Professional Way
Across from the hospital
MGH's forum is on diabetes
Dr. David Kelley of the American Diabetes Association will
present a program, "Type If Diabetes: Are You at Risk?" at the
Mason General Hospital Community Forum from 7 to 8:30
p.m. February 11. Sixteen million Americans have diabetes,
but one in every three people don't know it. Type II diabetes,
sometimes referred to as age-onset diabetes, kills more than
182,000 Americans each year.
If diabetes is detected early, before symptoms appear, it's
possible to avoid such complications as kidney failure, blind-
ness, amputations, heart disease and stroke, said a spokes-
person for the hospital. Dr. Kelley will discuss who's at risk,
including people who are called "borderline diabetic" (there's
no such thing, Dr. Kelley says), people who are overweight,
those with a family history of diabetes, those 45 and older, peo-
ple with high blood pressure, and women who have had a baby
weighing more than nine pounds at birth. Risk also is higher
for those of African American, Hispanic and American Indi-
an descent. More information on the forum or on diabetes is
available from registered nurse Sue Barwick at 426-1611.
n
De heart smart.., learn more
about your heart health at
The Medicine Shoppe ฎ Pharmacy!
February is American Heart Month, and it's a
good time to find out more about a healthy heart
and your risk for heart disease. So visit your
Medicine Shoppe Pharmacist for the products
you need for a healthier lifestyle...
About
your
pharmacist,
Jim!
Watch for
my
health
tip
weekly
In the
Journal
Alzheimer's group will meet
The Mason County Alzheimer's Support Group will meet
from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, February 11, at Holiday Park
Retirement Center at First and Railroad in Shelton. Meetings,
says spokesperson Irene Robbins, are open for anyone wanting
to learn how to handle problems faced by caregivers for those
with Alzheimer's and other demential problems. "Come and
learn easy ways to make life more enjoyable for the Alzheim-
er's 'victim' and the caregiver," Robbins urged.
Those who need care for an Alzheimer's patient in order to
attend the meeting can call Jan Kiser at 426-9856 or 943-6181.
More information about the meeting is available from Robbins
at 426-2529 or Terry Rupp at 427-2225.
MS group set for February 9
The Mason County Multiple Sclerosis Group will meet at
11:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 9, at Tapatio Mexican restau-
rant in Gateway Center on Mountain View in Shelton. Friends
and spouses are welcome to join the group. More information is
available from Sylvia Hammond at 427-0710.
COMMUNITY
WOMEN'S
CLINIC
CONNIE P. REANDEAU ARNP
OB/GYN NURSE PRACTITIONER
and
MARY HART, CNM, ARNP
now offering
MATERNITY AND NEWBORN CARE
YEARLY EXAMS, CONTRACEPTION, [
.... SCHOOL & SPORTS 'EXAMS. ]
MENOPAUSE, BREAST" PROBLEM8, I
PIERCING, DIETING. ]
426-0895.320 W. Alder ]
I I I I
Visit our Web Site
www.modshoppe.com
DISCOUNT PRICESl
Records Kept for Tax Purposes
APPROVED CHARGE ACCOUNTS
I MONDAY" FR'DAY ] SATURDAY I
9 A.M.-6 P,M. 9 A.M.-1 P.M.
$3.59
$2.39
Adult Low Strength
Aspidn Enteric
Coated
w *er4im
$3.99
oxidant Vitamins
Garlic Tablets
Aspkln 325 n
200 iu
Natural
Blend
$3.49
Vitamin E
00 iu
Regular
no oequ
S00.99
Vitamin E 400 iu
Regular
I I
I ;: '" I
I I
I I
1 Med,cmc Shoplx" Brartd ii
E eric (ฃ,e 12(. w' I
I , , . ข, -
,mp,m fl, actlvv Inglcdwnt in a*zr Adult Lo, ttclglh
| Enteric Coated Aspirin, la: ue,.. 32.s |
(,:, ,lttpare to ac tire tngrclen, it, ct)ltln' Ill
l YOUR OO/' II
I cHo . :- - I
II am ollr et AI lmetlcttvaltng pharlnacms llS (,f{lyt expin 2[]9@
b mm -= -= =m mm --. --= -= -= mm mm J
Page 14 - Shelton-Mason County Journal - Thursday, February 4, 1999
Workshop
to debunk
septic tank
additives
Telemarketers are busy hyping
septic-system additives in the lo-
cal area, says Washington Sea
Grant specialist Don Leaf of the
Mason County Cooperative Ex-
tension Office.
"Septic-system additives are
commercial products marketed to
solve septic system problems or
improve their 'performance.'
Some callers claim that their ad-
ditives will counter the effects of
bleach or detergents, increase soil
percolation, clear grease or other
pipe deposits, reduce odors, 'clean'
your septic tank or cure your sep-
tic system failure," Leaf says.
But there's no evidence from
independent testing that any of
the additives provide any positive
benefit, Leaf says. He cites re-
sults from a review by Tom Long,
a wastewater management spe-
cialist for the Washington State
Department of Health. "We are
not aware of any credible evi-
dence proving additives benefit
onsite sewage treatment perfor-
mance," Long stated in that re-
view.
Products sold legally for septic-
system use in Washington require
review by the state health depart-
ment, but the review and listing
process that prohibits the use of
dangerous chemicals or other
harmful contents does not eval-
uate or imply effectiveness, Leaf
notes.
To save money and promote an
effective septic system, Leaf says,
consumers should:
Reduce grease content and
total water flow to the system.
Avoid use of garbage grin-
ders.
Learn the location of all on-
site system components.
Protect the system from dam-
age from traffic or digging.
Divert roof drains and other
surface runoff from the drainfield
system area.
Inspect the system, or have it
inspected, regularly.
Have the system pumped
when it needs it.
Get and keep good system
operation records.
More information will be avail-
able at a class from 1 to 4 p.m. on
Tuesday, February 16, at the Wil-
liam G. Reed Library at Seventh
and Alder Streets in Shelton.
To register for the class or for
additional information, interested
residents can contact Don Leaf or
Teri King at 427-9670, Extension
396. From Belfair area phones,
the number is 275-4467, Exten-
sion 396.
Mary M. Knight will offer "
screening for preschoole r#:
Mary M. Knight School Dis-
trict's annual preschool screening
is set for Friday, February 12, at
the school.
The screening is free and is de-
signed to help parents and school
staff members identify develop-
mental delays in children from in-
fants to age 5. The screening also
helps identify who will be coming
to the preschool program next
fall.
The school district will set indi-
vidual times for each child it
knows of who lives within the
boundaries of the district, and
who will be age 3 or 4 next school
year and may attend the pre-
school. If you know of any child
who will be at least age 3 by next
September 1, call the school at
426-6767 to schedule a screening
appointment.
Children deveh)p at different
WCC schedules
gunfire session
Washington Corrections Cen-
ter has scheduled a weapons
qualification session fbr 9 a.m. to
3 p.m. Thursday, February 18.
The session will involve guntlre
that will be audibh, to those close
to the firing range north of Shel-
ton.
rates and the screening will let
parents and school staff members
know how the child is developing
in five basic areas: gross motor,
fine motor, cognitive (academic),
social and communication. The
screening will identify signs of
possible delays in each area.
Parents who have immuniza-
tion records and birth certificates
available will be able to fill
enrollment forms for next
Those children who are
and registered in the spring h
first priority for preschool o,p
ings when school begins in
fall.
Parents or others who M
questions can call Carol MesSl
at the school at 426-6767.
THE HEALTH CARE CENTER
IMMEDIATE MEDICAL
For The Entire Family
426-971 7
8th & Railroad Shelton
Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
(20+ Years Experience)
DENTURES
s950
a set
Extractions Crowns Bridges Full Dentures Relines RepairS
Front Door Parking Available
Medical Coupons and Most Insurances Accepted
David Herbst, DDS .,.,. ,,..o.,.,,,,,,,,,,(, S. Peters,
Heads up...
Type II Diabetes: Are you at risk?
FREE
Thursday, February 1 I, 1999, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., MGH Elllnor Room
Presented by American Diabetes Association speaker, David Kelley, M.D., internal medicine. Local
diabetes health care professionals will also join Dr. Kelley to address diabetes in Mason County.
Sixteen million Americans have diabetes.., but 1 out of 3 don't know it!
Type !i diabetes.., or sometimes referred to as age on-set diabetes.., is the most common
form of diabetes today.., and it kills more than ! 82,000 Americans each year. Diabetes is a
chronic disease that has no cure.., but if detected early (before symptoms appear).., the
complications (kidney failure, blindless, amputations, heart disease, and stroke) can possibly
be avoided.
David Kelley, M.D., is a speaker for the American Diabetes Association and will discuss risk
factors, also the issue that "borderline diabetes" doesn't exist, and what you and your physician
can do to control the disease and prevent complications
Who should attend this informational forum:
People who have been told they are "borderline" diabetic
People who are overweight.
People with a family history of diabetes.
People who are 45 and older.
People who have high blood pressure (at or above i 40/90).
Women who have had a baby weighing more than nine
pounds at birth.
In addition, risks increase if you are a member of one of the followin
ethnic groups; African American, Hispanic, and American Indian.
Plan to attend this informative Community Forum. For more
information on the Diabetes Community Form or diabetes, call Sue
Barwick, a registered nurse and certified diabetic educator,
at MGH, 426-161 !.
Q tvuali, care...
town.
901 MI. View Drive, Building #1, Shelton, WA 98584
(360) 426 161 I, from BelJair 2758614
North Mason Medical Clinic in BelJair is affiliated with MGtL
Education tDtline Number - 427-3650
Belfair residents may call the MGH switchboard at 275-8614
and be asked to be connected with the "Education HoUine."
Health
!!
Alzheimer's Association sets
a legislative day February 16
The Washington Alzheimer's Association will hold its sec-
ond legislative outreach day February 16 in Olympia. Atten-
dees will meet in the Cherberg Building Senate Hearing Room
1 at 11 a.m., moving at 11:30 a.m. to the Capitol Building Sen-
ate Reception Room on the third floor.
Speakers will include Senator Sid Snyder and Representa-
tive Eileen Cody. At noon, participants will break for lunch
and appointments with legislators from their individual dis-
tricts. Those who plan to attend the legislative day should con-
tact the Alzheimer's Association in Seattle at 1-800-848-7097,
said a spokesperson for the group.
}{
!il
Get--a/W00it00
i!i!:i:
:()!
sc00T., slice, 00t.v. ,
' We take great pleasure m welcoming Scott E. Stk'e, M.D., to our active
medical staff He will be joining Mark R Corky, M.D., a local
ophthalnlo/ogist, at Mason County Eye Specialists, 2300 Kati Court,
Suite A 711cy can be reachcxl at 426.8717.
:i: Dr. Slice received his medical dcree fi'om and completed his
internship at the Medical Ilnivet$ity of South ('aro/ina, Charleston,
South Carolina.//is rvsidenqy was in ophlhah?oloqy at the University
.... ' ofIowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa Ci(y, Iowa and recently finished
+" his ]ellowship at the same institution.
An ophthalmologist perlbmTs regular eye exams and specializes in the
i diagnosis and treatment (J eye diseases with medication, lenses and
laser or conventional surgery. An ophthalmologist is a highly trained
::,
,, medical doctor specializing as an eye physician and surgn,
Mason General Hospital itJ::
PO. Box Io68, 901 MI. View Drive, : i, Shellon, WA 98584 360.426.1611, from BelJair 275-8614
hltp://www.pugelsoundwa.neVMGH/
,iii'i
I III II I II
[ 426-4272 ]
207 Professional Way
Across from the hospital
MGH's forum is on diabetes
Dr. David Kelley of the American Diabetes Association will
present a program, "Type If Diabetes: Are You at Risk?" at the
Mason General Hospital Community Forum from 7 to 8:30
p.m. February 11. Sixteen million Americans have diabetes,
but one in every three people don't know it. Type II diabetes,
sometimes referred to as age-onset diabetes, kills more than
182,000 Americans each year.
If diabetes is detected early, before symptoms appear, it's
possible to avoid such complications as kidney failure, blind-
ness, amputations, heart disease and stroke, said a spokes-
person for the hospital. Dr. Kelley will discuss who's at risk,
including people who are called "borderline diabetic" (there's
no such thing, Dr. Kelley says), people who are overweight,
those with a family history of diabetes, those 45 and older, peo-
ple with high blood pressure, and women who have had a baby
weighing more than nine pounds at birth. Risk also is higher
for those of African American, Hispanic and American Indi-
an descent. More information on the forum or on diabetes is
available from registered nurse Sue Barwick at 426-1611.
n
De heart smart.., learn more
about your heart health at
The Medicine Shoppe ฎ Pharmacy!
February is American Heart Month, and it's a
good time to find out more about a healthy heart
and your risk for heart disease. So visit your
Medicine Shoppe Pharmacist for the products
you need for a healthier lifestyle...
About
your
pharmacist,
Jim!
Watch for
my
health
tip
weekly
In the
Journal
Alzheimer's group will meet
The Mason County Alzheimer's Support Group will meet
from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, February 11, at Holiday Park
Retirement Center at First and Railroad in Shelton. Meetings,
says spokesperson Irene Robbins, are open for anyone wanting
to learn how to handle problems faced by caregivers for those
with Alzheimer's and other demential problems. "Come and
learn easy ways to make life more enjoyable for the Alzheim-
er's 'victim' and the caregiver," Robbins urged.
Those who need care for an Alzheimer's patient in order to
attend the meeting can call Jan Kiser at 426-9856 or 943-6181.
More information about the meeting is available from Robbins
at 426-2529 or Terry Rupp at 427-2225.
MS group set for February 9
The Mason County Multiple Sclerosis Group will meet at
11:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 9, at Tapatio Mexican restau-
rant in Gateway Center on Mountain View in Shelton. Friends
and spouses are welcome to join the group. More information is
available from Sylvia Hammond at 427-0710.
COMMUNITY
WOMEN'S
CLINIC
CONNIE P. REANDEAU ARNP
OB/GYN NURSE PRACTITIONER
and
MARY HART, CNM, ARNP
now offering
MATERNITY AND NEWBORN CARE
YEARLY EXAMS, CONTRACEPTION, [
.... SCHOOL & SPORTS 'EXAMS. ]
MENOPAUSE, BREAST" PROBLEM8, I
PIERCING, DIETING. ]
426-0895.320 W. Alder ]
I I I I
Visit our Web Site
www.modshoppe.com
DISCOUNT PRICESl
Records Kept for Tax Purposes
APPROVED CHARGE ACCOUNTS
I MONDAY" FR'DAY ] SATURDAY I
9 A.M.-6 P,M. 9 A.M.-1 P.M.
$3.59
$2.39
Adult Low Strength
Aspidn Enteric
Coated
w *er4im
$3.99
oxidant Vitamins
Garlic Tablets
Aspkln 325 n
200 iu
Natural
Blend
$3.49
Vitamin E
00 iu
Regular
no oequ
S00.99
Vitamin E 400 iu
Regular
I I
I ;: '" I
I I
I I
1 Med,cmc Shoplx" Brartd ii
E eric (ฃ,e 12(. w' I
I , , . ข, -
,mp,m fl, actlvv Inglcdwnt in a*zr Adult Lo, ttclglh
| Enteric Coated Aspirin, la: ue,.. 32.s |
(,:, ,lttpare to ac tire tngrclen, it, ct)ltln' Ill
l YOUR OO/' II
I cHo . :- - I
II am ollr et AI lmetlcttvaltng pharlnacms llS (,f{lyt expin 2[]9@
b mm -= -= =m mm --. --= -= -= mm mm J
Page 14 - Shelton-Mason County Journal - Thursday, February 4, 1999
Workshop
to debunk
septic tank
additives
Telemarketers are busy hyping
septic-system additives in the lo-
cal area, says Washington Sea
Grant specialist Don Leaf of the
Mason County Cooperative Ex-
tension Office.
"Septic-system additives are
commercial products marketed to
solve septic system problems or
improve their 'performance.'
Some callers claim that their ad-
ditives will counter the effects of
bleach or detergents, increase soil
percolation, clear grease or other
pipe deposits, reduce odors, 'clean'
your septic tank or cure your sep-
tic system failure," Leaf says.
But there's no evidence from
independent testing that any of
the additives provide any positive
benefit, Leaf says. He cites re-
sults from a review by Tom Long,
a wastewater management spe-
cialist for the Washington State
Department of Health. "We are
not aware of any credible evi-
dence proving additives benefit
onsite sewage treatment perfor-
mance," Long stated in that re-
view.
Products sold legally for septic-
system use in Washington require
review by the state health depart-
ment, but the review and listing
process that prohibits the use of
dangerous chemicals or other
harmful contents does not eval-
uate or imply effectiveness, Leaf
notes.
To save money and promote an
effective septic system, Leaf says,
consumers should:
Reduce grease content and
total water flow to the system.
Avoid use of garbage grin-
ders.
Learn the location of all on-
site system components.
Protect the system from dam-
age from traffic or digging.
Divert roof drains and other
surface runoff from the drainfield
system area.
Inspect the system, or have it
inspected, regularly.
Have the system pumped
when it needs it.
Get and keep good system
operation records.
More information will be avail-
able at a class from 1 to 4 p.m. on
Tuesday, February 16, at the Wil-
liam G. Reed Library at Seventh
and Alder Streets in Shelton.
To register for the class or for
additional information, interested
residents can contact Don Leaf or
Teri King at 427-9670, Extension
396. From Belfair area phones,
the number is 275-4467, Exten-
sion 396.
Mary M. Knight will offer "
screening for preschoole r#:
Mary M. Knight School Dis-
trict's annual preschool screening
is set for Friday, February 12, at
the school.
The screening is free and is de-
signed to help parents and school
staff members identify develop-
mental delays in children from in-
fants to age 5. The screening also
helps identify who will be coming
to the preschool program next
fall.
The school district will set indi-
vidual times for each child it
knows of who lives within the
boundaries of the district, and
who will be age 3 or 4 next school
year and may attend the pre-
school. If you know of any child
who will be at least age 3 by next
September 1, call the school at
426-6767 to schedule a screening
appointment.
Children deveh)p at different
WCC schedules
gunfire session
Washington Corrections Cen-
ter has scheduled a weapons
qualification session fbr 9 a.m. to
3 p.m. Thursday, February 18.
The session will involve guntlre
that will be audibh, to those close
to the firing range north of Shel-
ton.
rates and the screening will let
parents and school staff members
know how the child is developing
in five basic areas: gross motor,
fine motor, cognitive (academic),
social and communication. The
screening will identify signs of
possible delays in each area.
Parents who have immuniza-
tion records and birth certificates
available will be able to fill
enrollment forms for next
Those children who are
and registered in the spring h
first priority for preschool o,p
ings when school begins in
fall.
Parents or others who M
questions can call Carol MesSl
at the school at 426-6767.
THE HEALTH CARE CENTER
IMMEDIATE MEDICAL
For The Entire Family
426-971 7
8th & Railroad Shelton
Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
(20+ Years Experience)
DENTURES
s950
a set
Extractions Crowns Bridges Full Dentures Relines RepairS
Front Door Parking Available
Medical Coupons and Most Insurances Accepted
David Herbst, DDS .,.,. ,,..o.,.,,,,,,,,,,(, S. Peters,
Heads up...
Type II Diabetes: Are you at risk?
FREE
Thursday, February 1 I, 1999, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., MGH Elllnor Room
Presented by American Diabetes Association speaker, David Kelley, M.D., internal medicine. Local
diabetes health care professionals will also join Dr. Kelley to address diabetes in Mason County.
Sixteen million Americans have diabetes.., but 1 out of 3 don't know it!
Type !i diabetes.., or sometimes referred to as age on-set diabetes.., is the most common
form of diabetes today.., and it kills more than ! 82,000 Americans each year. Diabetes is a
chronic disease that has no cure.., but if detected early (before symptoms appear).., the
complications (kidney failure, blindless, amputations, heart disease, and stroke) can possibly
be avoided.
David Kelley, M.D., is a speaker for the American Diabetes Association and will discuss risk
factors, also the issue that "borderline diabetes" doesn't exist, and what you and your physician
can do to control the disease and prevent complications
Who should attend this informational forum:
People who have been told they are "borderline" diabetic
People who are overweight.
People with a family history of diabetes.
People who are 45 and older.
People who have high blood pressure (at or above i 40/90).
Women who have had a baby weighing more than nine
pounds at birth.
In addition, risks increase if you are a member of one of the followin
ethnic groups; African American, Hispanic, and American Indian.
Plan to attend this informative Community Forum. For more
information on the Diabetes Community Form or diabetes, call Sue
Barwick, a registered nurse and certified diabetic educator,
at MGH, 426-161 !.
Q tvuali, care...
town.
901 MI. View Drive, Building #1, Shelton, WA 98584
(360) 426 161 I, from BelJair 2758614
North Mason Medical Clinic in BelJair is affiliated with MGtL
Education tDtline Number - 427-3650
Belfair residents may call the MGH switchboard at 275-8614
and be asked to be connected with the "Education HoUine."