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New VA clinic in Everett already has 5,300 patients
U.S. Rep. Kim Schrier toured the new center Friday, where veterans can get primary care and a growing…
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‘We cannot help people if they are not alive’
Everett libraries and Snohomish County have partnered to train people on how to use naloxone, in an effort…
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Providence to close inpatient hospice unit in Everett
Patients and families will have to go to Bellingham or Kirkland for similar care. Employees will be offered…
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Everett Clinic’s spat with Premera ‘lifts the curtain’ on price increases
When The Everett Clinic acquired Eastside, rates increased 50%, according to court filings.
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In Medicare Advantage stalemate, Everett Clinic patients left in limbo
The Everett Clinic has apparently turned away patients with Regence coverage, despite the provisions of a public health…
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Top health news in 2022
We’ve gathered some of the year’s most important health stories for Snohomish County.
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Snohomish Health District merger cuts off insurance for retirees
Dozens of retirees will lose access to PEBB insurance on Jan. 1, which they learned in letters sent…
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‘Tripledemic’ strains resources at Snohomish County hospitals
Snohomish and state health leaders stepped up calls to wear masks and get vaxxed: “When hospitals are overburdened,…
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New state health insurance tax credit offers enticing premium: $0
Washington residents should enroll by Dec. 15 for coverage starting Jan. 1. In Snohomish, 90% of exchange customers…
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Providence doctors pack bags to spread Christmas cheer to the streets
Medical residents filled 125 bags with supplies for street medicine kits for underserved populations.
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Health officials urge mask-wearing as viruses rise statewide
An “unprecedented surge in viral respiratory illnesses” spurred a joint statement from dozens of county medical leaders.
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Mpox cases drop dramatically in Snohomish County, across state
Given the low numbers, the virus also known as monkeypox is no longer expected to be a public…
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Medicare open enrollment ends Dec. 7
Find information and resources to help make the best choice for you.
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Contract impasse could affect thousands at Regence, Everett Clinic
After Optum reportedly demanded a 14.75% rate increase, Regence’s contract with the clinic’s parent company is set to…
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Providence responds to critical letter from Everett, county councils
It’s the latest chapter in an ongoing conversation about nurses’ concerns around exhaustion and short staffing at the…
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State’s Native American crisis hotline is first in the nation
The Native and Strong Lifeline provides culturally appropriate mental health support and referrals.
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Snohomish County recruiting for new board of health
Interested parties can apply now to help guide the newly established agency.
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First director named for new Snohomish County Health Department
Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers announced the appointment of Dennis Worsham on Wednesday
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Flu, RSV cases spiking early in Snohomish County, doctors warn
ER beds for kids are in short supply in part due to an unusual spike in RSV, which…