Healthier Together

Tuesday is the start of Black Maternal Health Week. Black mothers are four times more likely to die during childbirth than white mothers. In this week's Healthier Together, we hear about ways to improve outcomes for Black moms.

A Washington woman is helping share the warning signs of colorectal cancer among a younger generation.

Earlier this year, U.S. News and World Report voted the Mediterranean diet as the number one "best overall" diet to be following. 

In this week's Healthier Together, Regence BlueShield shares advice and tips on when to go to your local urgent care clinic, and how to be prepared to take advantage of this medical service for you and your family.

February is American Heart Month and in this week's Healthier Together, FOX 13 sat down with Regence BlueShield to learn about heart disease prevention for people of all ages and what to do in the event of a cardiac emergency.

In this special edition of Healthier Together, FOX 13 takes an in-depth look at important health stories that impact all of us.

Last week on Healthier Together, we featured a local stroke survivor's journey from diagnosis to recovery. Now, we're learning how she became an ambassador for the "Go Red for Women" movement to raise awareness of heart disease and stroke, and inspire others to make healthy lifestyle changes.

It's important to know the warning signs of a stroke - and take action immediately if you suspect you are having one.

Friday, February 3, is National Wear Red Day for women's heart health. According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women.

Being sober curious is having the option to choose, question or change your drinking habits, and the sober curious movement has encouraged people to recognize the often unhealthy habits that are associated with alcohol.

As we tackle our New Year's resolutions, you may have heard the phrase "sober curious." The movement has encouraged people to recognize the often unhealthy habits that are associated with alcohol.

Would you know if the person next to you started choking? Many people confuse the signs of choking and that can cost a life.

For many, this holiday season is not the most wonderful time of the year. And for those dealing with mental health challenges, it can be a lonely, stressful time filled with anxiety and/or depression.

The holidays might not seem like the time to start a new dietary approach, but experts say doing so now can help you get a head start on your New Year’s resolutions and balance the influx of holiday indulgence.

Many kids are indulging in Halloween candy, and now Holiday candy, and it’s important to make sure they’re not only seeing a dentist, but the right kind of dentist.

Open enrollment is underway through Dec. 7, and now is the time for people to sign up or change existing Medicare plans.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and FOX 13 is sharing the story of a local woman who was diagnosed with cancer, in both breasts, earlier this year.

In this special edition of Healthier Together, FOX 13 takes an in-depth look at important health stories that impact all of us.

Vaping was originally introduced and marketed to help people stop smoking but today many experts see vaping as a gateway to nicotine dependence in children. We're breaking down the health risks and how you can best prepare your kids for peer pressure.

Ovarian cancer is a common cancer among women and often is fatal in the later stages. The cancer starts in the ovaries, and it spreads to the abdomen and pelvis if it’s not diagnosed and treated early.