Pierce County woman diagnosed with malaria, possibly infected in WA
If confirmed, it would be the first known locally acquired case of malaria in Washington.
If confirmed, it would be the first known locally acquired case of malaria in Washington.
Seattle Children's facility dog Nash stops by Good Day Seattle
Seattle Children's Hospital welcomed its newest furry companion, Nash the facility dog.
Seattle Children's Hospital welcomed its newest furry companion, Nash the facility dog.
Crabbing season in WA: What to know to avoid mistaking invasive green crab
While crabbing season is underway in Western Washington, wildlife officials are sounding the alarm about the impacts of the invasive European green crab in Puget Sound ? a species that can be hard to identify, especially the orange ones.
While crabbing season is underway in Western Washington, wildlife officials are sounding the alarm about the impacts of the invasive European green crab in Puget Sound ? a species that can be hard to identify, especially the orange ones.
What is kratom 7-OH? Why RFK and health officials are cracking down
Regulators say 7-OH, a component of kratom, is an opioid that “can be more potent than morphine,” but it’s readily available over the counter in many states.
Regulators say 7-OH, a component of kratom, is an opioid that “can be more potent than morphine,” but it’s readily available over the counter in many states.
Trade deal deadline looms as Trump considers 250% tariffs on imported drugs
Countries around the world are running out of time to reach new trade deals with the White House. The deadline is midnight. Meanwhile, President Trump is considering tariffs on imported pharmaceuticals by as much as 250%.
Countries around the world are running out of time to reach new trade deals with the White House. The deadline is midnight. Meanwhile, President Trump is considering tariffs on imported pharmaceuticals by as much as 250%.
RFK Jr. pulls $500M in vaccine funding, says universal vaccine in development
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he?s pulling half a billion dollars in funding for vaccine development targeting the flu, COVID-19 and other infections. Kennedy also says a ?universal vaccine? is in development that will mimic natural immunity and treat all viruses.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he?s pulling half a billion dollars in funding for vaccine development targeting the flu, COVID-19 and other infections. Kennedy also says a ?universal vaccine? is in development that will mimic natural immunity and treat all viruses.
What is Chikungunya virus? Symptoms, prevention and what to know
The mosquito-borne Chikungunya virus causes fever and severe joint pain, which can persist for months. With no specific medicine, the best prevention is avoiding mosquito bites. Outbreaks have been reported in many parts of the world, including in China.
The mosquito-borne Chikungunya virus causes fever and severe joint pain, which can persist for months. With no specific medicine, the best prevention is avoiding mosquito bites. Outbreaks have been reported in many parts of the world, including in China.
New treatment to stop blue-green algae outbreaks
When blue-green algae blooms, you are normally told to stay out of the water until it dissipates, but researchers from Washingtons Department of Fish and Wildlife wanted to try something new, finding a treatment that can prevent the algae outbreaks.
When blue-green algae blooms, you are normally told to stay out of the water until it dissipates, but researchers from Washingtons Department of Fish and Wildlife wanted to try something new, finding a treatment that can prevent the algae outbreaks.
Rare flu complication causing brain swelling on the rise in kids, study finds
A Stanford-led study found that children facing a rare, deadly flu complication involving brain swelling and runaway immune responses may have better chances of recovery with rapid, targeted care—and that flu vaccines offer key protection.
A Stanford-led study found that children facing a rare, deadly flu complication involving brain swelling and runaway immune responses may have better chances of recovery with rapid, targeted care—and that flu vaccines offer key protection.
UW researchers help solve scientific mystery that killed 5 billion sea stars
A team of researchers, including some scientists from the University of Washington, has identified the bacteria responsible for a disease that has killed more than 5 billion sea stars along the North American Pacific coast over the past decade.
A team of researchers, including some scientists from the University of Washington, has identified the bacteria responsible for a disease that has killed more than 5 billion sea stars along the North American Pacific coast over the past decade.
RFK Jr. pulls $500 million in funding for vaccine development
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to cancel contracts and pull funding for some vaccines being developed to fight respiratory viruses like COVID-19 and the flu. Here's what we know.
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to cancel contracts and pull funding for some vaccines being developed to fight respiratory viruses like COVID-19 and the flu. Here's what we know.
Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease on the rise: How parents can protect their children
There is an uptick in Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases in children in the United States, health officials say. Here's everything you need to know.
There is an uptick in Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases in children in the United States, health officials say. Here's everything you need to know.
Wildfires burning in Washington state
Multiple wildfires are burning across Washington state, producing smoky air quality for certain areas. Here's a roundup of the latest progress made on the wildfires.
Multiple wildfires are burning across Washington state, producing smoky air quality for certain areas. Here's a roundup of the latest progress made on the wildfires.
Trade deficit down ahead of incoming US tariffs
The latest trade reports Tuesday morning showed that the U.S. trade deficit is shrinking, which could be a sign that President Donald Trump's tariffs are working.
The latest trade reports Tuesday morning showed that the U.S. trade deficit is shrinking, which could be a sign that President Donald Trump's tariffs are working.
What is Legionnaires' disease? Symptoms, how you get it
Legionnaires' disease is a severe form of pneumonia caused by the Legionella bacteria. The disease is contracted when people breathe in contaminated mist or vapor. Here is what you need to know.
Legionnaires' disease is a severe form of pneumonia caused by the Legionella bacteria. The disease is contracted when people breathe in contaminated mist or vapor. Here is what you need to know.
Push to ban certain junk food from SNAP program
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. is urging states to apply for waivers to restrict SNAP purchases of certain non-nutritious items.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. is urging states to apply for waivers to restrict SNAP purchases of certain non-nutritious items.
Girl from Gaza in Seattle for medical treatment
A 12-year-old girl who lost her legs from a bomb explosion in Gaza may soon be able to walk again with the help of a local aid group and medical professionals.
A 12-year-old girl who lost her legs from a bomb explosion in Gaza may soon be able to walk again with the help of a local aid group and medical professionals.
Gen Z is ditching boxed cereals at breakfast: 'Couldn't pay me to eat them'
Traditional breakfast cereal has been declining as Gen Z chooses other popular breakfast items over highly processed options.
Traditional breakfast cereal has been declining as Gen Z chooses other popular breakfast items over highly processed options.
WA health department launches free naloxone finder
The Washington State Department of Health recently released a free naloxone finder, a new tool designed to prevent local residents from overdoses.
The Washington State Department of Health recently released a free naloxone finder, a new tool designed to prevent local residents from overdoses.
July Jobs Report: U.S. added 73,000 jobs in July
The U.S. added 73,000 jobs in July, a significant slowdown from recent months that signals a cooling labor market.
The U.S. added 73,000 jobs in July, a significant slowdown from recent months that signals a cooling labor market.