Snohomish County man dies of swine flu
Swine flu has killed another resident of Snohomish County, the fourth person in Washington to die of the virus. [More]
By Sharon Salyer
Herald Writer | July 3
Health-care bill carries fines
WASHINGTON -- Americans who refuse to buy affordable medical coverage could be hit with fines of more than $1,000 under a health care overhaul bill unveiled Thursday by key Senate Democrats looking to fulfill President Barack Obama's top domestic... [More]
Associated Press | July 3
Nation briefs: Students flee amid reports of shots
DETROIT -- Reports of shots fired near a Detroit school have sent dozens of students fleeing from classes just two days after seven teenagers were shot near the school. [More]
Associated Press | July 3
Don't let fireworks accident ruin Fourth
With many Snohomish County families excited about fireworks this holiday weekend, officials remind people to protect their homes and their loved ones. [More]
By Katya Yefimova
Herald Writer | July 3
Swine flu claims 2nd victim in Snohomish County
Swine flu has killed another resident of Snohomish County, the fourth person in Washington to die of the virus, health officials said Thursday. [More]
Herald Staff | July 2
Associated Press |
Obama: Fix health care
WASHINGTON -- With Capitol Hill lawmakers struggling to reconcile clashing views on overhauling the nation's health-care system, President Barack Obama on Wednesday appealed to the public not to let Congress put off action on his top legislative... [More]
By Noam N. Levey
Los Angeles Times | July 2
Painkiller smackdown: FDA wants to restrict Tylenol ingredient
ADELPHI, Md. -- Government experts called for sweeping safety restrictions Tuesday on the most widely used painkiller -- acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol and other pain relievers -- including reducing the maximum dose and eliminating... [More]
Associated Press | July 1
Ways to trim triglycerides -- the fat you can't see
I'm often asked about triglycerides. Growing evidence links high levels of the blood fat with an increased risk of heart disease, leading authorities to advise more aggressive treatment than in the past. Here's a rundown on triglycerides and why... [More]
By Dr. Elizabeth Smoots | June 30
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