Ultra-processed foods named global health threat
The increase in ultra-processed foods has scientists warning of a growing global health threat.
The increase in ultra-processed foods has scientists warning of a growing global health threat.
Seattle’s Harborview investigating after 6 patients get rare fungal infection
A rare, drug-resistant fungal infection was discovered in six patients at Harborview Medical Center.
A rare, drug-resistant fungal infection was discovered in six patients at Harborview Medical Center.
Seattle's Harborview investigating after 6 patients get rare fungal infection
Seattle health officials and Harborview Medical Center staff are investigating the possibility of a fungal infection outbreak at the hospital, after six patients tested positive for mucormycosis.
Seattle health officials and Harborview Medical Center staff are investigating the possibility of a fungal infection outbreak at the hospital, after six patients tested positive for mucormycosis.
Doctors warn wildfire smoke could raise preterm birth risk
A University of Washington-led study is raising new alarms over the health impacts of wildfire smoke on pregnancy. Researchers found exposure to wildfire-related air pollution is associated with higher odds of preterm birth, especially in the western United States.
A University of Washington-led study is raising new alarms over the health impacts of wildfire smoke on pregnancy. Researchers found exposure to wildfire-related air pollution is associated with higher odds of preterm birth, especially in the western United States.
Hundreds of turkeys handed out at Tacoma Dome
Hundreds of families lined up at the Tacoma Dome for the annual turkey giveaway, a partnership between Coordinated Care, Tacoma Police, and many others to ensure families can have a holiday meal.
Hundreds of families lined up at the Tacoma Dome for the annual turkey giveaway, a partnership between Coordinated Care, Tacoma Police, and many others to ensure families can have a holiday meal.
Doctors warn wildfire smoke could raise preterm birth risk
A University of Washington-led study is raising new alarms over the health impacts of wildfire smoke on pregnancy.
A University of Washington-led study is raising new alarms over the health impacts of wildfire smoke on pregnancy.
Medicare premium hike for 2026 will cut heavily into COLA
Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
Holiday shopping and credit card tips
The National Retail Federation is predicting holidays sales will surpass the $1 trillion mark.
The National Retail Federation is predicting holidays sales will surpass the $1 trillion mark.
Holiday hiring trends
As we gear up for the holiday season, retail stores are hiring to make sure they're staffed up.
As we gear up for the holiday season, retail stores are hiring to make sure they're staffed up.
Ultra-processed foods may raise colon cancer risk in younger women, study finds
A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.
A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.
'Grey's Anatomy' star James Pickens Jr. reveals cancer diagnosis
James Pickens Jr. revealed his fight against prostate cancer after his "Grey's Anatomy" character faced a cancer diagnosis in the mid-season finale.
James Pickens Jr. revealed his fight against prostate cancer after his "Grey's Anatomy" character faced a cancer diagnosis in the mid-season finale.
Risk of gambling addiction reaches all-time high, experts say
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.
Pierce County infant hospitalized with suspected botulism linked to baby formula recall
A Pierce County baby is being treated for suspected infant botulism believed to be tied to a nationwide recall of ByHeart Whole Nutrition formula. Health officials urge families to discard any recalled formula immediately as testing continues.
A Pierce County baby is being treated for suspected infant botulism believed to be tied to a nationwide recall of ByHeart Whole Nutrition formula. Health officials urge families to discard any recalled formula immediately as testing continues.
Killer condition lands in top 10 leading causes of death as global cases surge
Chronic kidney disease cases rose to 788 million people in 2023, affecting 14% of world's adult population.
Chronic kidney disease cases rose to 788 million people in 2023, affecting 14% of world's adult population.
Washington resident is infected with a different type of bird flu
Health officials in Washington state report a resident has contracted bird flu, marking the first U.S. human case since February.
Health officials in Washington state report a resident has contracted bird flu, marking the first U.S. human case since February.
Mark Wahlberg shares health update after daughter Grace’s ‘very, very scary’ horse-riding accident
The actor shared an emotional update on his 15-year-old daughter's recovery from an equestrian injury that left her hospitalized.
The actor shared an emotional update on his 15-year-old daughter's recovery from an equestrian injury that left her hospitalized.
Healthy Living: Stomach Cancer Awareness Month
November is Stomach Cancer Awareness Month, and while it's not as common as other cancers, it still affects thousands of people — and behind every diagnosis is a person, a family, a fight, and an inspiring story. Joining Studio 13 Live to help us understand the risk factors and possible prevention options is Dr. Scott Itano with Kaiser Permanente Northgate Medical Center.
November is Stomach Cancer Awareness Month, and while it's not as common as other cancers, it still affects thousands of people — and behind every diagnosis is a person, a family, a fight, and an inspiring story. Joining Studio 13 Live to help us understand the risk factors and possible prevention options is Dr. Scott Itano with Kaiser Permanente Northgate Medical Center.
Sen. John Fetterman suffers fall after ventricular fibrillation flare-up: spokesperson
Senator John Fetterman is recovering after staffers say he fell and hit his face due to a ventricular fibrillation flare-up.
Senator John Fetterman is recovering after staffers say he fell and hit his face due to a ventricular fibrillation flare-up.
Seattle Kraken 'Hockey Fights Cancer'
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health and the Seattle Kraken have joined forces to raise funds and awareness for early cancer detection through the NHL’s Hockey Fights Cancer initiative.
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health and the Seattle Kraken have joined forces to raise funds and awareness for early cancer detection through the NHL’s Hockey Fights Cancer initiative.
Flu, whooping cough cases hit record numbers
As vaccination rates continue to decline, a new whooping cough outbreak is emerging in Texas and part of Utah. It comes as peak flu season is hitting across the country.
As vaccination rates continue to decline, a new whooping cough outbreak is emerging in Texas and part of Utah. It comes as peak flu season is hitting across the country.