WA?s Enchantments may close as US funding cuts strain forest oversight
Law enforcement officials are considering closing the main entrance to one of the world?s premier hiking destinations ? the Enchantments in Washington state. Federal funding cuts have left one U.S. Forest Service ranger monitoring 900 square miles of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. With limited oversight, there has been an increase in litter and emergency distress calls.
Law enforcement officials are considering closing the main entrance to one of the world?s premier hiking destinations ? the Enchantments in Washington state. Federal funding cuts have left one U.S. Forest Service ranger monitoring 900 square miles of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. With limited oversight, there has been an increase in litter and emergency distress calls.
Aubrey Plaza battles 'daily struggle' after husband’s death at 47
Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.
Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.
Dormant cancers can be reawakened by flu, COVID: Study
A new Nature study suggests infections like influenza and COVID-19 can trigger dormant cancer cells to awaken, potentially raising the risk of recurrence and metastasis.
A new Nature study suggests infections like influenza and COVID-19 can trigger dormant cancer cells to awaken, potentially raising the risk of recurrence and metastasis.
Identifying eyesight issues in younger kids
Nearly 11 million people over the age of 12 nee some sort of vision correction, but we might actually want to pay closer attention to those younger than 12.
Nearly 11 million people over the age of 12 nee some sort of vision correction, but we might actually want to pay closer attention to those younger than 12.
Hate needles? Vaccines could soon be delivered via dental floss
Researchers said more studies should be done on the potential for needle-free vaccination.
Researchers said more studies should be done on the potential for needle-free vaccination.
New vaccine recommendations cause controversy
For the first time in decades, the American Academy of Pediatrics is breaking from federal vaccine recommendations.
For the first time in decades, the American Academy of Pediatrics is breaking from federal vaccine recommendations.
Pediatricians’ group breaks with CDC, still urging COVID-19 shots for young children
The American Academy of Pediatrics is urging COVID-19 vaccinations for children under age 2, breaking with new CDC guidance under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
The American Academy of Pediatrics is urging COVID-19 vaccinations for children under age 2, breaking with new CDC guidance under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
17 states join WA AG Brown's letter to Dept. of Education over mental health funding cuts
Washington's Attorney General Brown sent a letter warning of negative impacts for students if the federal government goes ahead with plans to cut funding for mental health programs.
Washington's Attorney General Brown sent a letter warning of negative impacts for students if the federal government goes ahead with plans to cut funding for mental health programs.
US surge in eating disorders among children
Scientists are noticing a disturbing trend in the U.S.: a significant rise in the number of eating disorders in children. For more information: ebtseattle.com/eating-disorders/
Scientists are noticing a disturbing trend in the U.S.: a significant rise in the number of eating disorders in children. For more information: ebtseattle.com/eating-disorders/
Kennedy Jr. may not target pesticides, processed foods, 'MAHA' draft report shows
The “Make America Healthy Again" commission released its latest draft report, which centers on promoting healthier diets and probing vaccines and prescription drugs.
The “Make America Healthy Again" commission released its latest draft report, which centers on promoting healthier diets and probing vaccines and prescription drugs.
Tacoma, WA Fred Meyer closure raises food desert fears
Neighborhood leaders have scheduled a town hall meeting to discuss the loss in late August.
Neighborhood leaders have scheduled a town hall meeting to discuss the loss in late August.
Perimenopause: What to know
It?s a stage of life that every woman goes through, but for many, perimenopause feels confusing, isolating, and even shameful. Dr. Amy Ellingson, a menopause specialist at Seattle Menopause Medicine and longtime family physician here in Washington, joins Good Day Seattle to discuss about the issue.
It?s a stage of life that every woman goes through, but for many, perimenopause feels confusing, isolating, and even shameful. Dr. Amy Ellingson, a menopause specialist at Seattle Menopause Medicine and longtime family physician here in Washington, joins Good Day Seattle to discuss about the issue.
Bat colony found in Grand Teton lodge, possibly exposing hundreds to rabies
Hundreds of people could potentially have been exposed to rabies during their summer vacation at Grand Teton National Park.
Hundreds of people could potentially have been exposed to rabies during their summer vacation at Grand Teton National Park.
FDA warns Americans to avoid certain popular sunscreen products
Under current regulations, oils, lotions, creams, gels, butters, pastes, ointments and sticks are the only forms of sunscreen that are considered safe and effective.
Under current regulations, oils, lotions, creams, gels, butters, pastes, ointments and sticks are the only forms of sunscreen that are considered safe and effective.
US pressures Europe in trade war: How WA is being impacted by tariffs
The U.S. Government is putting more pressure on Europe in the ongoing tariff and trade war. Joe Nguyen, director of Washington State Department of Commerce, joined Good Day Seattle to discuss how the tariffs are impacting Washington's economy so far.
The U.S. Government is putting more pressure on Europe in the ongoing tariff and trade war. Joe Nguyen, director of Washington State Department of Commerce, joined Good Day Seattle to discuss how the tariffs are impacting Washington's economy so far.
New blood pressure guidance recommends you cut back on this
High blood pressure affects nearly half (46.7%) of all adults in the U.S.
High blood pressure affects nearly half (46.7%) of all adults in the U.S.
Hayley McNeff, champion bodybuilder and life coach, dead at 37
McNeff’s death was described as "unexpected but peaceful."
McNeff’s death was described as "unexpected but peaceful."
Mars to release M&Ms and Skittles candy options without artificial dyes in 2026
The candymaker announced that four of its products will be made with a natural dye option starting next year.
The candymaker announced that four of its products will be made with a natural dye option starting next year.
Study reveals 1 quick thing kids can do to boost their test scores
New research suggests a nine-minute burst of high-intensity exercise can sharpen kids’ brain function and improve academic performance, particularly in reading.
New research suggests a nine-minute burst of high-intensity exercise can sharpen kids’ brain function and improve academic performance, particularly in reading.
Healthy Living: How changing seasons impact mood
It's National Wellness Awareness Month, so it's time to make self-care, your mental health and maybe even taking a deep breath for once in your life a priority!
It's National Wellness Awareness Month, so it's time to make self-care, your mental health and maybe even taking a deep breath for once in your life a priority!