Study links COVID-19 infections to increased asthma, allergy risk
A large study led by Karolinska Institutet found people who had COVID-19 face a higher risk of developing asthma, sinusitis and hay fever, but vaccination appears to reduce those risks.
A large study led by Karolinska Institutet found people who had COVID-19 face a higher risk of developing asthma, sinusitis and hay fever, but vaccination appears to reduce those risks.
Medical experts back COVID-19 vaccine for kids, despite split opinion
Medical experts are backing the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommendation to vaccinate kids against COVID-19, differing from the HHS and CDC's new guidelines.
Medical experts are backing the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommendation to vaccinate kids against COVID-19, differing from the HHS and CDC's new guidelines.
Hundreds of HHS staff sign letter urging RFK Jr. to stop spreading misinformation
More than 750 current and former federal health employees signed a letter accusing Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of spreading misinformation and fueling mistrust that they say contributed to the recent CDC headquarters shooting.
More than 750 current and former federal health employees signed a letter accusing Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of spreading misinformation and fueling mistrust that they say contributed to the recent CDC headquarters shooting.
US tariffs on Canada continue to hurt business in Bellingham, WA
The Trump administrations tariffs on Canada are impacting businesses in Bellingham. Last month, the city's Chamber of Commerce reported that more than half of surveyed businesses saw a drop in sales due to a drop in Canadian tourism.
The Trump administrations tariffs on Canada are impacting businesses in Bellingham. Last month, the city's Chamber of Commerce reported that more than half of surveyed businesses saw a drop in sales due to a drop in Canadian tourism.
East Coast, Gulf states warn of rising flesh-eating bacteria infections
Health officials are warning about a summertime surge of Vibrio vulnificus infections, a flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters that has killed several people this year.
Health officials are warning about a summertime surge of Vibrio vulnificus infections, a flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters that has killed several people this year.
AG Brown sues Trump administration over energy cuts in WA
Washington Attorney General Nick Brown has filed multiple lawsuits against the Trump administration. One suit targets cuts to Washington state's energy affordability programs and grid resistance.
Washington Attorney General Nick Brown has filed multiple lawsuits against the Trump administration. One suit targets cuts to Washington state's energy affordability programs and grid resistance.
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.