How parents can curb kids' excessive screen time, WA child psychologist weighs in
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More parents are trying to tackle their kids' screen time as daily use soars and more research is revealing the harmful impact on an entire generation. Dr. Sharon Adusei is a licensed child psychologist, she walks FOX 13 through how to think about scaling back screentime for kids and ourselves.

Trump in ‘excellent health' after annual physical, White House doctor says

President Donald Trump has been declared in “excellent health" and “fully fit" to serve as commander in chief following a comprehensive medical exam.

Plan to open Ebola quarantine quarantine facility in US paused
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The Trump administration is acing a setback with a quarantine facility it set tup to help Americans exposed to Ebola. It comes as cases continue to climb in central Africa.

CDC asking for employee volunteers to help with Ebola screenings

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is requesting staffers to serve as volunteers for Ebola screenings of travelers arriving in the U.S. Here's what we know.

Better Weather Fix Elixir recall expands over kratom concerns

All Better Weather Fix Elixir 15 ml bottles are being recalled because they contain kratom, according to the FDA.

Tick bite ER visits hit highest seasonal level in years as doctors warn of disease surge

Tick bite-related ER visits are at their highest seasonal levels since 2017 across most U.S. regions, raising concerns about increased Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses.

New hepatitis B drug may be a 'functional cure' for some people

New research implies that a first-of-its-kind drug for hepatitis B could allow some patients to stop treatment without showing signs of the dangerous virus.

Over 1,000 WA nurses picket MultiCare Good Samaritan over staffing, wages

More than 1,000 nurses at MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital took to the picket line Wednesday morning, demanding safer staffing ratios in their ongoing contract negotiations.

Millions of certain Omnipod insulin pods recalled over leaking defect

Insulet Corporation has issued a voluntary recall affecting approximately 7 million Omnipod insulin pods due to a manufacturing defect that can cause a small tear in the device's tubing.

Trump says he 'checked out perfectly' after Walter Reed visit

PresidentTrump spent three hours at the medical center for preventive medical and dental checkups, later posting to social media that “Everything checked out PERFECTLY."

Underage drinking plunges as Gen Z prioritizes wellness
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As rates of underage drinking plunge 40%, more younger people in the United States are reporting a decreased interest in drinking to the point of intoxication and are more likely to prioritize health and wellness at social gatherings typically marked by excess drinking. 

The 'age' of your blood could predict dementia risk, new study suggests

A new U.K. study suggests that biological age, measured through blood markers tied to inflammation and metabolism, may help predict dementia risk.

What is 'Murph'? Memorial Day workout honoring fallen Navy SEAL becomes national tribute

Memorial Day is observed across the United States as a time to honor fallen service members, with many Americans paying tribute by completing the challenging “Murph" workout.

Planned Parenthood launches 'just in case' abortion pills in WA, HI

Planned Parenthood affiliates in Washington and Hawaii have launched a new service allowing patients to obtain medication abortion pills before they are pregnant.

Hantavirus exposure risk may be higher than believed in parts of US, study finds

Researchers found unusually high hantavirus levels in rodents in this area, suggesting greater exposure risk in the surrounding agricultural communities.