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Archive coverage tagged Washington. For the dated policy tracker, see the Washington state page.
33 articles · Dec 28, 2025 – Jun 9, 2026
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Recent studies suggest GLP-1s, the weight loss and diabetes drugs, may both prevent cancer and slow its progression. While weight loss is known to curb cancer risks,…
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While the federal government formally cut ties with the World Health Organization, New York City quietly signed back up through a side door. No congressional vote. No…
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This Mental Health Month, Washington's Native lifeline stands ready to help mps-post Fri, 05/22/2026 - 11:30 Image (Washington News Service) Audio file May is Mental…
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Allen Horne thought the infection on his right pinkie toe would improve. Instead, gangrene spread to the rest of his foot last December, eventually causing the…
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Twins with Batten disease benefit from UNC Health drug trial – Dr. Yael Shiloh-Malawsky (The Well) Novel tool enables high-precision, low-cost pediatric leukemia…
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The Leapfrog Group rates hospitals on efforts to “protect patients from medical errors, accidents, injuries and infections.”
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The Washington state Department of Corrections (DOC), in partnership with the Washington state Department of Health (DOH), has made the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline…
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Washington DOC and DOH have enabled 988 access in state prisons. Officials say it complements care, while advocates warn it isn't a substitute for onsite services.
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Two Lewis County pharmacies are providing free locking bags to encourage patients to secure opioid prescriptions and help prevent misuse and accidental overdose.…
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When the world shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020, another crisis quietly grew behind closed doors. Reports from around the globe suggested that…
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The Food and Drug Administration awarded priority review vouchers to three companies developing psychedelic-based treatments for mental health conditions -- two studying…
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Most seniors hope to stay independent for as long as possible, but sometimes declining health or a major medical crisis,...
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The new fitness business will offer Pilates classes and puppy interaction in Arlington and three other DMV locations.
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Clearview Homes - Hearing loss is a common part of aging, but it is often overlooked or dismissed as a minor inconvenience.
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I’ve been spending a lot of time reflecting on how good my life is right now. It’s been spring in Central Texas since February, and the program I teach at has had…
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After a life-changing diagnosis, a San Antonio woman now advocates in Congress for more diabetes research funding and access to care. San Antonio advocate pushes for…
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Although Washington was one of the first states to legalize the sale of recreational marijuana in 2012, only three cities within Pierce County explicitly allow cannabis…
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Although Washington was one of the first states to legalize the sale of recreational marijuana in 2012, only three cities within Pierce County explicitly allow cannabis…
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EVERETT, Wash., March 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Compass Health has expanded its YGo Youth Mobile Crisis Program, strengthening access to immediate crisis and…
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HeraldNet.comHeraldNet.com - Everett and Snohomish County news from The Daily Herald in Everett, WashingtonNonprofit hospitals aren’t abusing the 340B pricing program.…
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SEATTLE — As artificial intelligence chatbots become better at mimicking human conversations, the potential for damage has grown, particularly for people who turn to…
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EU accuses TikTok of 'addictive design' that harms children, seeks changes to protect users
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One of the country's foremost private corrections health care providers has reduced its presence in Washington, blaming a hostile legal environment stemming from…
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Fox News Channel offers its audiences in-depth news reporting, along with opinion and analysis encompassing the principles of free people, free markets and diversity of…
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The ongoing debate over health care in the U.S. remains as contentious as ever.
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Work suggests that hostile racism associated with a 15% increasein suicide ideation, and 13% increase in suicide attempts.
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Many shots seem to have “off-target” benefits, such as lowering the risk of dementia, studies have found.
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New guidance from the FDA and HHS raises more questions than it answers. Here's what the experts say.
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Washington is set to receive $181 million in federal funding this year to boost rural health care amid drastic Medicaid cuts. The hefty sum falls below what the Trump…
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He said he regretted undergoing the advanced imaging because it raised public questions about his health.
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The federal allocation to Washington for rural health care appears to have been trimmed because it has not implemented some of President Donald Trump's goals. Washington…
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Getting the most out of a doctor’s visit requires some advance preparation.
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