WA: Health
WA makes child-care investments, but more needed
Advocates for accessible child care saw wins during Washington state's legislative session this year but still see room for improvement. Lawmakers …
WA library program lets people check out blood pressure kits
A new program in a Washington public library system is helping people monitor their blood pressure at home. The American Heart Association has …
WA bill would add state oversight to hospital mergers
A bill in Olympia aims to protect Washingtonians against restricted health care access and rising costs from hospital mergers. Consolidation in the …
Tree coverage in cities crucial as planet warms, WA research shows
Trees in urban areas provide benefits for people, including decreased temperatures and improved air quality, according to new research from …
Heart Month highlights importance of CPR training
February is American Heart Month and experts and survivors are highlighting the importance of CPR. CPR could help someone survive in the event their …
Inversión en WA podría ampliar alcance de programa de salud mental infantil
Un programa en el estado de Washington ayuda a niños pequeños con comportamientos problemáticos. Espera conseguir más fondos …
Vacuna contra el VPH es crucial para su prevención
Enero es el mes de concientización sobre el cáncer de cuello uterino y una vacuna para los jóvenes puede reducir el riesgo de desarroll…
Cervical Cancer Awareness Month: HPV vaccine crucial in prevention
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and a vaccine for young people can reduce the risk of developing this disease. Cervical cancer typically …
Report: Signs look good for a healthy new year in WA
Washingtonians' health is looking good compared to other states, according to the latest standings in the 2023 America's Health Rankings report…
Mental health concerns grow over social media impact on youth
Health professionals have raised alarms about social media and its impact on young people's mental health. Concern has grown so great that earlier …
WA man recognized for work helping people with Parkinson's through hiking
A prestigious award for volunteerism has been presented to the founder of an organization helping people with Parkinson's disease enjoy the great outd…
WA advocates take on sharply rising health care costs
Reports from the Insurance Commissioner's office and the state Attorney General reveal an analysis of what they call "the true costs of health care" i…