Seattle area beaches closed due to high bacteria
Western Washington is getting some beautiful weather, and while some might consider taking a beach day, there are some local waters you won't want to swim in.
Western Washington is getting some beautiful weather, and while some might consider taking a beach day, there are some local waters you won't want to swim in.
Going swimming? High-bacteria levels, multiple drownings in western WA water
While temperatures are expected to remain in the 70s throughout the week, going into Western Washington waters may present dangers due to high bacteria and cold temperatures.
While temperatures are expected to remain in the 70s throughout the week, going into Western Washington waters may present dangers due to high bacteria and cold temperatures.
How much media parents and kids actually consume at the dinner table
New research claims to show that smartphones, television, video games, and other types of devices may be taking over dinnertime, and it is not leaving enough time for families to talk to each other.
New research claims to show that smartphones, television, video games, and other types of devices may be taking over dinnertime, and it is not leaving enough time for families to talk to each other.
Seattle heatwave prompts warning from local officials
Seattle officials are urging the public to use caution around local beaches, parks and rivers as rising temperatures are triggering many western Washington residents to seek relief from the heat.
Seattle officials are urging the public to use caution around local beaches, parks and rivers as rising temperatures are triggering many western Washington residents to seek relief from the heat.
Officials monitor Ebola amid World Cup
After an increase in a rare type of Ebola in Central Africa, World Cup host nations are carefully monitoring those who are traveling for matches.
After an increase in a rare type of Ebola in Central Africa, World Cup host nations are carefully monitoring those who are traveling for matches.
GLP-1 drugs tied to blood pressure risks in certain patients, study finds
A study of 42,000 adults found increased rates of hypotension events after starting GLP-1s. Here’s what to know.
A study of 42,000 adults found increased rates of hypotension events after starting GLP-1s. Here’s what to know.
Nightly glass of wine may not be as harmless as many people think, study suggests
New findings challenge older guidelines that suggested up to two daily drinks for men was a safe limit.
New findings challenge older guidelines that suggested up to two daily drinks for men was a safe limit.
World Cup fans prepare for record-high Seattle temperatures
Record temperatures are expected today during Seattle Stadium's opening FIFA World Cup match. FOX 13's Taylor Winkel talks to fans about how they are planning to stay hydrated and tackle the heat.
Record temperatures are expected today during Seattle Stadium's opening FIFA World Cup match. FOX 13's Taylor Winkel talks to fans about how they are planning to stay hydrated and tackle the heat.
Deadly listeria outbreak sparks expanded cheese recall across multiple states
Health officials suspended Clover Hill Dairy's license on May 30 over the public health risk.
Health officials suspended Clover Hill Dairy's license on May 30 over the public health risk.
Alfredo sauce recall spans 41 states in FDA’s most serious classification
A recall on alfredo sauce sold across much of the United States was placed in the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) most serious classification.
A recall on alfredo sauce sold across much of the United States was placed in the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) most serious classification.
Former wrestler, 'X-Men' actor reveals breast cancer diagnosis: 'One in 750 men'
Former professional wrestler and actor Tyler Mane announced he has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Former professional wrestler and actor Tyler Mane announced he has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Recalled infant formula tied to multi-state botulism outbreak
A now-recalled infant formula that was sold nationwide, including at Target stores, is linked to an outbreak of potentially fatal botulism that has health officials investigating cases across three states.
A now-recalled infant formula that was sold nationwide, including at Target stores, is linked to an outbreak of potentially fatal botulism that has health officials investigating cases across three states.
Officials warn of dangerous waters during heat wave
With temperatures in western Washington flirting with the 90s, health officials are warning the public to stay out of the water at certain beaches.
With temperatures in western Washington flirting with the 90s, health officials are warning the public to stay out of the water at certain beaches.
FDA approves emergency use of medication to treat screwworm in dogs, cats
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday issued an emergency use authorization for a medication to be used to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday issued an emergency use authorization for a medication to be used to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats.
Eating 5 fruits and vegetables a day may not be enough for heart health, study finds
When it comes to eating fruits and vegetables for heart health, the choice of fruits and vegetables may be just as important as how many they eat, new research suggests.
When it comes to eating fruits and vegetables for heart health, the choice of fruits and vegetables may be just as important as how many they eat, new research suggests.
OB-GYN group issues first-ever vaccine recommendations
A leading OB-GYN organization is breaking from federal vaccine guidance. The new schedule aligns with prior recommendations, before changes were made under the Trump administration.
A leading OB-GYN organization is breaking from federal vaccine guidance. The new schedule aligns with prior recommendations, before changes were made under the Trump administration.
3 child Benadryl deaths spark renewed fears of dangerous social media trend
Three children have died in Connecticut after overdosing on diphenhydramine, commonly sold as Benadryl. Their deaths have renewed warnings about a social media challenge.
Three children have died in Connecticut after overdosing on diphenhydramine, commonly sold as Benadryl. Their deaths have renewed warnings about a social media challenge.
Study that finds no benefits from alcohol left out of US health guidelines
A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines.
A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines.
West Seattle high school student tests positive for whooping cough
A Chief Sealth International High School student has tested positive for whooping cough, and health officials are asking parents to monitor their children.
A Chief Sealth International High School student has tested positive for whooping cough, and health officials are asking parents to monitor their children.
No streaks: US approves sunscreen ingredient used in Europe for over 25 years
Americans will soon be able to purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been approved in Europe since the 20th century.
Americans will soon be able to purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been approved in Europe since the 20th century.