These states have the highest vaccination rates in the US, data shows

A new analysis examines vaccination coverage across the country, measuring immunization rates among children, teens, adults and older residents.

U.S. Senator Murray: 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' straining WA healthcare services

U.S. Senator Patty Murray toured Harborview Medical Center on Tuesday, leading a discussion on the healthcare challenges stemming from Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill."

Pig kidney functions for record 271 days inside man awaiting human transplant

Researchers say the success story of Tim Andrews shows how pig kidneys can help “bridge the gap between end-stage kidney failure and a human transplant, allowing a patient to forgo dialysis."

She helped Halle Berry navigate menopause; Now she's helping others

More than 1 billion women are navigating the shifts of perimenopause and menopause, yet many still find themselves dismissed. Dr. Sara de la Torre, a Seattle-based physician specializing in menopause care, is working to change that.

WA salmonella outbreak linked to broccoli sprouts leaves 13 sick

A Salmonella Bovismorbificans outbreak linked to broccoli sprouts has left 13 people sick in Washington, and two hospitalized, according to the Washington State Department of Health.

Lindsay Clancy murder trial ends in mistrial after jury deadlocked

Following legal procedures that took several hours Friday, the judge in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial declared a mistrial after the jury earlier in the day told the judge they were deadlocked on whether Clancy is criminally responsible for killing her three children.  

Surging demand for menopause patches prompts FDA action

The Food and Drug Administration is working with manufacturers to enhance the supply of the menopause patches amid a rising demand for the items and supply shortages.

How WA is adapting to House Resolution 1's federal healthcare changes
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WA officials held a press conference Thursday, outlining the next steps to adapt to healthcare and Medicaid changes required by House Resolution 1, or President Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill.' 

Doctors, experts issue updated advice on flu, COVID shots: What to know

Leading medical organizations have issued updated guidance urging Americans to get vaccinated against flu and COVID-19 this fall.

Teen dies from brain-eating amoeba just days after Louisiana child's death

A teenager who contracted a brain-eating amoeba in North Carolina has died, just days after the rare infection claimed the life of a child in Louisiana. 

Recalled weight loss products are tainted with toxic substance, FDA says

A product sold for weight loss has been recalled because it contains toxic substances that can cause “a wide range of serious and potentially life-threatening adverse effects.”

September marks Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
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Aside from skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in the United States. The American Cancer Society says 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed in their lifetime.  Rebecca Dabbs, Movember's cancer director for the US, joins FOX 13's Good Day Seattle to talk about the importance of early detection.

Artificial sweetener linked to higher risk of cardiovascular events

Higher blood levels of the artificial sweetener xylitol were linked to a higher risk of a major adverse cardiovascular event, a new study finds.

Cyclospora research projects shuttered as US cases climb

The United States Department of Agriculture is shuttering two of their research projects used to study cyclospora, the foodborne parasite that has infected thousands of Americans in 20 states over the summer. 

Brain-eating amoeba leaves NC teen critically injured

A North Carolina teenager is in critical condition after contracting a rare brain‑eating amoeba, state health officials said.