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Elizabeth Ko, M.D.

Elizabeth Ko, M.D.

Seasonal affective disorder can hit in summer

Christian Jacobsen
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Dear Doctors: When I hear about seasonal depression, it has to do with winter. Supposedly it’s because of the shorter days and the lack of daylight. But I feel the start of depression whenever summer comes, which can’t be about the light. Why would that happen?What can I do?
Siblings want parents to transfer assets

Siblings want parents to transfer assets

Siblings want parents to transfer assets

Sense & Sensitivity
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
DEAR HARRIETTE: As my parents get older, they are focusing more on organizing their affairs and estate planning. With that comes some tough decisions. I am the oldest of four children, and naturally, my parents default to me for certain things.
Cousin wants to provide support after death

Cousin wants to provide support after death

Cousin wants to provide support after death

Sense & Sensitivity
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
DEAR HARRIETTE: My closest cousin recently passed away due to her age.It was a big shock to the entire family.Growing up, she always made me feel welcomed on her side of the family, took time to show me around our city and even helped me move into college.
Its OK to play the stick game a little longer

Its OK to play the stick game a little longer

Its OK to play the stick game a little longer

The Postscript Carrie Classon
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
When I was 8 years old, I played a game while on vacation.I was visiting the ocean for the first time. The sand was dry, and as the waves hit the beach, I would see which wave came up highest, and I would put a stick on the high-water mark.I kept doing this.
Blunting America’s competitive edge

Blunting America’s competitive edge

Blunting America’s competitive edge

Steven V. Roberts
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Donald Trump has long exploited nativist resentment of undocumented migrants. Slogans like “Build the Wall” and “Send Them Back” helped him win two elections and remain among his most popular positions.
Elizabeth Ko, M.D.

Elizabeth Ko, M.D.

Prism lenses compensate for eye misalignment

Christian Jacobsen
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Dear Doctors: I am 88 and have had double vision for 10 years. A prescription for glasses with prism lenses corrected the problem. I recently had cataract surgery, and my distance vision improved, but I still see two images. What causes double vision? What else can be done to correct it?
Friend sends unwanted religious videos

Friend sends unwanted religious videos

Friend sends unwanted religious videos

Sense & Sensitivity
Saturday, June 13, 2026
DEAR HARRIETTE: My dear friend has had a bit of a spiritual awakening over the past year or so. I love seeing them committed to their faith, but what comes with their newfound spirituality is preaching their gospel. I have been religious all my life, committed to my own religion.