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.

How long is too long to leave pets at home?

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My neighbor across the hall confronted me yesterday, accusing me of mistreating my dog. She said that “Cookie” whines and barks for hours whenever I am gone, and that I need to take him with me rather than leave him alone in the apartment.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

The Oklahoma Senate passed House Bill 4156 by a 39-8 vote and sent it to the Governor on 4/24/24. This anti-immigrant bill creates the crime of “impermissible occupation.” First-time “criminals” would be charged with a misdemeanor and could go to jail for up to a year.

Home renovations and pets just don’t mix

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: We have a contractor coming soon to renovate our kitchen. I plan to keep my cat, “Freya,” out of the way and in a separate room during the day.

Rock Creek Schools bond proposition passes

Voters approved a $785,000 bond proposition for Rock Creek Schools that will fund security improvements, remodel school buildings plus obtain fixtures and furniture. In the April 2 election, the proposition passed by 63.55 percent, 333 votes, compared to 36.