EarthTalk: Which is more green, acrylics or oils?
Dear EarthTalk: At an art association meeting, an artist who paints in acrylics said that acrylics are more eco-friendly than oils. I somehow doubt it. Aren’t acrylics petroleum based? And aren’t some oil paints made from natural materials? – Linda Reddington Full Story
Birth and natural medicine partner up
Mount Vernon Birth Center and an expansion of Skagit Natural Family Medicine, LLC, are celebrating a new partnership with an open house 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 19 at 916 S. 3rd St. in Mount Vernon.
Visitors are invited to meet and celebrate with the health care providers and tour both the new birth center and clinic expansion. Full Story
State offers low-cost health coverage to thousands
With more than 100,000 people on a waiting list for the state’s basic health program, low-income Washington residents are finding few affordable options for health care coverage.
To address this pressing need, the state is introducing the Washington Health Program – a non-subsidized version of the state’s popular Basic Health program. Full Story
Another option for prostate cancer treatment
When Camano Island resident and artist Wayne Simmons found out he had prostate cancer, he also found out treatment options were limited.
Surgery didn’t sound too good, and neither did chemotherapy. He decided to watch and wait. Full Story
Eyelash extensions give what nature did not
With the beauty industry constantly evolving, it can be difficult to keep up with the latest trend and resources available.
For women who are not happy with their natural eyelashes, an answer has finally arrived in Stanwood: eyelash extensions. Full Story
How to host a safe summer cookout
Before you fire up your grill or head to a picnic or cookout, make sure you check out these safety tips from the Federal Citizen Information Center:
• Handle food with care
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