Healthier Together

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.

While we may be more aware than ever of the impact gluten has on many people’s health, celiac disease is still dramatically under diagnosed.

As our kids head back to school, some planning and creativity will go a long way in establishing healthy eating habits.

Back in 1995, a group of community activists launched the LGBTQ+ health and community center known as 'Gay City.' More than 25 years later, they are celebrating with new and improved services.

Wearing a helmet while riding a bike can reduce the risk of head injury by up to 85%. In this week’s Healthier Together we’re focusing on helmet safety and learning how to make sure you have the proper fit before you hit the road.

When the sun is out and the temperatures start to climb we make the most of it here in the Pacific Northwest. But it’s important to remember to protect your skin when you spend time outside regardless of whether the sun’s out