How many envelopes do I send?

DEAR DR. GOTT: If I order two or more of your health reports, do I need to send more than one self-addressed stamped envelope along with the check?

DEAR READER: This is a question I have been receiving more and more frequently, so I have decided to print the answer in the hopes that others will benefit, as well.

It depends on the exact number of health reports you order. One, two or three reports should comfortably fit into one No. 10 envelope. However, anything over a single report will likely require additional postage. A single stamp covers one ounce of weight, which is equal to about four sheets of 8.5 inch-by-11-inch paper or one health report.

Currently, a single ounce requires one 44-cent stamp, and for every ounce over that, an additional 24 cents is required. Therefore, if you plan to purchase three health reports, you can send in one No. 10 envelope with 92 cents worth of postage. If you wish to order three or more, you may want to include an additional stamped envelope or send a larger envelope with adequate postage. You can always visit your local post office and ask the amount of postage you will need to include in the order to receive your health reports.