BUSINESS BRIEFS: Insulin pump clinic is set for Monday in Port Angeles . . . and other items

PORT ANGELES — Jim’s Pharmacy will sponsor a free clinic on insulin pump therapy at the Port Angeles Senior Center, 328 E. Seventh St., from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday.

Insulin pumps are small computerized devices that deliver insulin continuously throughout the day in an attempt to mimic the pancreas’ release of insulin, according to a news release.

Users push buttons instead of giving themselves multiple shots.

Snacks will be provided.

For more information, phone 360-452-4200.

Septics classes

PORT TOWNSEND — Jefferson County Public Health is offering free classes to homeowners about septic system operation, maintenance and inspection.

Homeowners who want to perform their own monitoring inspections need to complete two training courses: Septics 101 and 201.

Both courses are offered back-to-back at the following dates and times:

■ Thursday, March 26, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Tri-Area Community Center, 10 West Valley Road, Chimacum

■ Friday, March 27, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tri-Area Community Center

■ Tuesday, April 7, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Quilcene Community Center, 294952 U.S. Highway 101, Quilcene

Registration is required, as space is limited; contact 360-385-9407 to sign up.

After completing the classes, homeowners may be able to complete required septic system monitoring inspections at a more reasonable cost.

All training courses for the program are offered free of charge to attendees.

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