High Creatinine and GFR levals signify severe kidney damage

DEAR DR. ROACH: Last summer, a city policeman came to my door. My doctor had been unable to contact me with the results of a recent blood test and called the police. The policeman handed me a card with the results written on it. My creatinine level was 4.

Traveling with a pet: Car Edition

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: We’re taking a road trip across the country and bringing our dog “Frankie” with us. He’s about 6 years old and well trained, but has never been beyond the front yard.

Kingston Council approves alcohol sales for music festival

Kingston Town Council approved a resolution in its regular meeting July 9 that will allow vendors to sell beer and wine at a downtown music festival on Sept. 14. It is a six-hour event and alcohol sales and consumption will only be allowed in the designated area.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Dear Editor, Since the Presidential Debate, I’ve responded to dozens of surveys that have come out to Americans. Now that we have had time to reflect, I have my own scorecard for the debate.

Doctors differ on dietary advice for Lynch Syndrome

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a healthy 55-year-old woman who eats well and exercises (with both weights and cardio) six to seven times per week. Four years ago, I was diagnosed with Lynch syndrome. (I have the “MLH1” genotype.

Can sciatica be relived through steriod shots?

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am wondering what the best treatment is for sciatic pain.

Time for summer funwith your dog

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My dad finally let us adopt a puppy a few months ago, and I can’t wait for summer vacation, when I can spend all day with him! He’s got lots of energy, but we’ve been training him to follow commands so he doesn’t run off. What are some outside games that I can play with him?

Keeping your pet healthy on a tight budget

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I have a dog and a cat, and my last vet visit cost over $300. It’s incredibly difficult to pay for vet care on top of the ridiculous cost of housing, grocery prices and my own health care costs. How can I keep pet care affordable?

Keeping your pet healthy on a tight budget

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I have a dog and a cat, and my last vet visit cost over $300. It’s incredibly difficult to pay for vet care on top of the ridiculous cost of housing, grocery prices and my own health care costs. How can I keep pet care affordable?

Choctaw Nation Promotes Haggerty to Tribal Prosecutor

The Choctaw Nation has announced the appointment of Mike Haggerty to tribal prosecutor, effective May 21. In his role he will lead the prosecution team within the Choctaw Nation Judicial system.