Preventative medicine
Health resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support...
Date: 05/29/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support...
Date: 05/22/2012 | Life
Learn how to manage stress
Stress. It's everywhere. We get stressed just thinking about what stress is doing to us.The Women's Wellness Center is here to help with a Women's Health Forum from 5 to 7:30 p.m. May 23.
Date: 05/15/2012 | Life
Caregiver classes: You are not alone
Caring for a loved one at home is tough.The task is often full of challenges, and caregivers can feel isolated, experts say.That's one reason why "Powerful Tools for Caregiving," classes offered at the Camano Center, can be a good idea for caregivers.
Date: 05/15/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 05/15/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 05/01/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 04/24/2012 | Life
Have skin checked before summer sun returns
With spring technically here and summer not far behind, we might be thinking about our pale, Pacific Northwest skin and how best to protect it.Why not start with a thorough examination?
Date: 04/17/2012 | Life
Free screening for oral cancer
Since April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. George Hussey is offering free screenings from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 25 at his Smokey Point clinic.
Date: 04/17/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 04/17/2012 | Life
Get checked out at two free health screenings
Spring is when we usually get the urge to clean up outside, but why not do a clean sweep inside too? Inside your skin, that is. Two local health clinics are offering free screenings to get you started.
Date: 04/10/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 04/10/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 04/03/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 03/27/2012 | Life
Health notes: Pregnancy care and cancer program
Special pregnancy careWomen with diabetes, hypertension or other health problems should seek out specialty care during pregnancy.
Date: 03/25/2012 | Life
Drastic measures
Facing a high cancer risk, she had her breasts removed at 31
Date: 03/25/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 03/20/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 03/13/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 03/06/2012 | Life
Getting up to date
More get immunized to ward off whooping cough, other diseases
Date: 02/29/2012 | Local News
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 02/28/2012 | Life
Health resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 02/21/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 02/14/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 02/07/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 01/31/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support...
Date: 01/24/2012 | Life
Lynnwood events to encourage healthy eating
Busy families often feel overwhelmed with trying to balance kids' schedules with food choices that are healthy, easy and convenient.A series of four, free public events later this month in Lynnwood will help families find solutions.
Date: 01/19/2012 | Local News
Health resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 01/17/2012 | Life
Virtual bowling for fitness
Motion video games help elders socialize, stay active
Date: 01/10/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 01/10/2012 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 01/03/2012 | Life
Apple Health program for kids gets federal funding
The state's health insurance program for children, Apple Health for Kids, will receive money from the federal government for the third consecutive year.
Date: 12/30/2011 | Local News
Health resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."...
Date: 12/27/2011 | Life
Several states weigh in on graphic cigarette warning label suit
RICHMOND, Va. -- Several states and U.S. territories are weighing in on a lawsuit over proposed graphic cigarette warning labels that include a sewn-up corpse of a smoker and a picture of diseased lungs, saying the federal government should be allowed to require the labels for the "lethal and...
Date: 12/25/2011 | Nation & World
Dentists on wheels provides care to kids in need
LYNNWOOD -- Before last week, 12-year-old Kateara Utley had a phobia about going to the dentist.After two visits with SmileMobile staff and volunteers, Kateara, a sixth-grader at Meadowdale Elementary School, has changed her outlook even after her teeth were pulled.
Date: 12/23/2011 | Local News
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 12/20/2011 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 12/13/2011 | Life
Health resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 12/06/2011 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 11/29/2011 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 11/22/2011 | Life
Health resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support Groups.”
Date: 11/15/2011 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on “Support Services,” then, on the right side of the page, click on “Classes” or “Support...
Date: 11/08/2011 | Life
Two studies strengthen argument that exercise helps the brain as we age
If you want to keep your mind sharp as you age, make sure you exercise your body regularly.Two recent studies provide strong evidence of a correlation between exercise and better cognitive function among seniors.
Date: 11/07/2011 | Nation & World
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 11/01/2011 | Life
Drop off unused prescription medications
It's a simple step to make life a little safer at home.People can drop off unused prescription drugs, including narcotic painkillers, at several locations around Snohomish and Island counties on Saturday.The event is part of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency's National Drug Take-back Day.
Date: 10/28/2011 | Local News
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 10/25/2011 | Life
Learn how to manage stress
Are you feeling seriously stressed and, no surprise, just in time for the holidays?"Mindfulness Meditation and Light Yoga for Holiday Happiness" might be just the class for you.
Date: 10/25/2011 | Life
Preparing to be 'Nana' isn't like it used to be
Call me Nana.I considered Gram, but that's what my children call my mother. Grandma? That was my husband's mom. I'll be Nana -- just like that lovable baby-sitting dog in "Peter Pan."
Date: 10/23/2011 | Local News
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 10/18/2011 | Life
Surgical robot will be the star at free health fair in Everett
Saturday's the chance to take the controls of a $1.5 million robot nicknamed da Vinci -- although they're probably not going to allow you to perform surgery.
Date: 10/14/2011 | Local News
Extra care for diabetics
Edmonds students with medical issues have access to nurse
Date: 10/12/2011 | Local News
Health resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 10/11/2011 | Life
For some, free medical clinic is the only Safe Harbor
There are 39 free medical clinics in Washington state.Our state picks up the tab for malpractice insurance for the doctors and nurses who donate their time to care for patients at these clinics.
Date: 10/05/2011 | Local News
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 10/04/2011 | Life
Stillaguamish Senior Center hosts health fair Wednesday
The Stillaguamish Senior Center will host a free health and social services fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday at 18308 Smokey Point Blvd., Arlington.
Date: 09/27/2011 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 09/20/2011 | Life
Vitamin B deficiencies are rare, but some people need to try to get enough
Walking down the vitamin and supplement aisle can be a daunting -- and costly -- experience. If you're already taking vitamin C and D, you might be wondering if you also should take a B complex, promising all eight of the water-soluble B vitamins essential for myriad body processes.
Date: 09/18/2011 | Life
One bouncy workout
Trampoline aerobics is so much fun, you'll forget it's exercise
Date: 09/18/2011 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 09/13/2011 | Life
Nonprofit Everett clinics expand prenatal care
For years, pregnant women in Snohomish County who didn't have health insurance struggled to get prenatal care.Sometimes, they just show up at area clinics or hospitals as they are about to deliver, without ever getting any previous medical care.
Date: 09/06/2011 | Local News
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 09/06/2011 | Life
Program at Bastyr University helps obese kids and families
Attention, families: If you have children who are overweight or obese, this free local event is for you:
Date: 09/05/2011 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 08/30/2011 | Life
Don't let aging myths get you down
Getting older isn't easy, especially if you're not feeling well. People, doctors included, sometimes assume your problems are a part of old age and that you'll just have to live with them.
Date: 08/28/2011 | Life
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 08/23/2011 | Life
Health resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 08/16/2011 | Life
Dental health starts early
Program provides free care to young children
Date: 08/11/2011 | Local News
Health resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 08/09/2011 | Life
Help for cyclist rolls in
A fund is set up for Arlington man, 72, after bike stolen
Date: 08/03/2011 | Local News
Health Resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support Groups."
Date: 08/02/2011 | Life
$900,000 to boost health and fitness for youth and seniors
Health and fitness programs for youth and seniors were the big winners of grants from the South Snohomish Commission for Health, receiving a total of nearly $900,000.
Date: 08/01/2011 | Local News
An epidemic of fear
What drives parents' decision not to vaccinate kids?
Date: 07/31/2011 | Local News
Health resources
Providence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett. Call 425-297-5500 or see www.cancerpartnership.org for more information: Click on "Support Services," then, on the right side of the page, click on "Classes" or "Support...
Date: 07/26/2011 | Life
Health Calendar
HOSPITAL CLASSESProvidence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett; 425-297-5500; www.cancerpartnership.org. Weight loss for life, an eight-week behavior-based wellness program, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays Sept. 6 to Oct. 25; $135. Call 425-297-5536 to register.
Date: 07/19/2011 | Life
Sunscreen in style
Special clothing can help protect you from the sun's rays
Date: 07/12/2011 | Life
Health calendar
HOSPITAL CLASSESProvidence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett; 425-297-5500; www.cancerpartnership.org. Weight loss for life, an eight-week behavior-based wellness program, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays Sept. 6 to Oct. 25; $135. Call 425-297-5536 to register.
Date: 07/12/2011 | Life
Positive aging: Take charge of your mental health with these strategies for seniors
Untreated mental health problems can lead to poor physical health and a dramatically diminished quality of life, no matter what your age.
Date: 07/10/2011 | Life
Make your summer dishes sing with these 3 fresh herbs
Part of eating well is eating more whole foods and less packaged, processed stuff. (That is what the experts keep telling us, anyway.)And that means doing more home cooking.Here's something new to try or perhaps do more often this summer: Use more fresh herbs.
Date: 07/10/2011 | Life
Health calendar
CHECKUPS Free mammograms: By appointment for the uninsured or underinsured, Citrine Health, 2817 Rockefeller Ave., Everett; 425-259-9899; www.citrinehealth.org.
Date: 07/05/2011 | Life
AIDS crisis improving, but not solved
The place was quiet. Even at lunchtime on a weekday, no one walked past the AIDS Memorial of Snohomish County.Someone had been there recently. Fresh flowers placed at the monument paid homage Tuesday to people lost to the disease. Someone remembered.
Date: 06/29/2011 | Local News
Health calendar
VolunteersAmerican Red Cross: The Whidbey Island and Camano Island chapters seek volunteer health and safety instructors able to teach community classes at least once a month. Call 360-257-2096 or 888-216-5727.
Date: 06/28/2011 | Life
FDA orders graphic cigarette labels by fall 2012
RICHMOND, Va. -- Rotting teeth. Diseased lungs. A corpse of a smoker.
Date: 06/21/2011 | Nation & World
Health Calendar
VolunteersAmerican Red Cross: The Whidbey Island and Camano Island chapters are seeking volunteer health and safety instructors to teach community classes at least once a month. Call 360-257-2096 or 888-216-5727.
Date: 06/21/2011 | Life
Splinters can become a big pain
Summer is splinter season.We're simply outside more this time of year, and that means increased exposure to shards of glass, woody debris and thorns.
Date: 06/19/2011 | Life
What to know about sunscreen before you buy
Buying sunscreen should be easy.But with the dizzying array of products sold this time of year, it's hard to know what to choose: SPF 15, 30, 50? Spray, stick, lotion, powder or even towelettes?No matter what you choose, at least you'll be safe and protected, right?
Date: 06/19/2011 | Life
10 essentials: Restock your backpack with the basics before taking off on a hike
You're just heading out on a short day hike. You're not the star of "Survivorman" or "Man vs. Wild." Why should you have to pack the 10 essentials? Answer: Bringing the 10 essentials, the basics every hiker should have for every trip, could actually save a life, maybe even your own.
Date: 06/19/2011 | Life
One bad apple
And 11 other fruits and veggies to watch for pesticide residue
Date: 06/15/2011 | Life
Apples move to top of 'Dirty Dozen' list
The Environmental Working Group, a Washington, D.C.-based consumer watchdog organization, released its 2011 Shopper's Guide to Pesticides this morning.As usual, it's not great news.
Date: 06/13/2011 | Eco Geek
Get Movin' about to get going
The eighth annual Get Movin' program, which rewards kids with prizes for being active all summer long, kicks off Saturday with events in Lynnwood, Everett, Marysville and Monroe.
Date: 06/03/2011 | Local News
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