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Snohomish County, here are some safety tips for this week’s heat wave
Stay shady, cover up and slather on the sunscreen, local health experts say.
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As patients ‘get sicker while they wait,’ doctors fight insurance delays
Legislation could help, said Robin Sparks, a Marysville cancer care advocate. Exhausting insurance policies have doctors quitting and…
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In rural Snohomish County, outreach workers unpack stigma of addiction
How does a person “make that leap” to opioid treatment? Open conversation — like two recent talks in…
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Everett CHC doctors, feeling like ‘commodities,’ speak up on ailing system
At the Community Health Center of Snohomish County, doctors say they feel like “rats getting off a sinking…
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Long after AIDS crisis peak, LGBTQ+ health care still limited in Everett
A reopened free STI clinic signals some progress. But securing inclusive health services in Snohomish County is an…
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Hidden costs, delays crush hopeful food truck owners in Snohomish County
Melinda Grenier followed her dream to open Hay Girl Coffee. Thousands in fees later, it has cost her…
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As deadly overdoses decline, Snohomish County builds on what’s working
Opioid-related deaths have decreased 20% compared to this time last year. Local health officials say there’s “still much…
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Free therapy service for seniors strives to meet soaring demand
Post-pandemic, seniors continue to struggle with isolation, anxiety and depression. Homage is working to bridge the gap in…
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Woman brings Latino culture to business education in Snohomish County
Rosario Reyes spent the past 25 years helping other immigrants thrive. Now, she’s focused on sustaining her legacy.
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Whooping cough having an ‘epidemic year,’ Snohomish County doctor warns
The county has reported 10 pertussis cases this year, after no more than three in each of the…
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From sick to the streets: How an illness left a Stanwood man homeless
Medical bills wiped out George Beard’s savings. Left to heal in his car, he got sicker. Now, he’s…
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Homelessness down nearly 10% in Snohomish County, annual count shows
The county identified 1,161 people without permanent housing, down from 1,285 last year. But lack of resources is…
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On I-5 in Everett, traffic nightmare is reminder we’re ‘very vulnerable’
After a police shooting shut down the freeway, commutes turned into all-night affairs. It was just a hint…
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Now hiring: Agency to run county’s emergency housing in Everett, Edmonds
After delays due to meth and asbestos, the New Start Centers are on track to open next year.
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Snohomish County residents marvel at dazzling views of northern lights
Chances are good that the aurora borealis could return for a repeat performance Saturday night.
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In Everett hospital limbo: ‘You’re left in the dark, unless you scream’
John Wightman wants to walk again. Rehab facilities denied him. On any given day at Providence, up to…
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Snohomish County to test for meth contamination in supportive housing
A new rule requires annual testing at Snohomish County-owned housing, after a 3-2 vote by the county council…
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To live in drug-tainted housing, or to live without shelter?
Experts remain divided on the science of drug contamination. Have evacuations and stalled shelter projects done more harm…
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Coalition to host ‘Spring into Recovery’ event at AquaSox game
The event in Everett on May 2 will offer free treatment drug resources, dental care and more before…
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Compass Health cuts child and family therapy services in Everett
The move means layoffs and a shift for Everett families to telehealth or other care sites.