Medical residents are avoiding abortion-ban states, survey finds Not only OB-GYNs, but young doctors in all specialties are opting to live and work where there are fewer restrictions on reproductive health care. by Julie Rovner & Rachana Pradhan KFF Health News / May 17, 2024
Culture The Nosh: Exploring Seattle’s vibrant sober scene one mocktail at a time The city is thirsty — for non-alcoholic options. Rachel Belle meets with the folks fostering community by rethinking the way we connect over drinks. by Rachel Belle & Brianna Dorn / April 22, 2024
The Nosh with Rachel Belle Exploring Seattle’s vibrant sober scene one mocktail at a time The city is thirsty — for non-alcoholic options. Rachel Belle meets with the folks fostering community by rethinking the way we connect over drinks. April 22, 2024
News Whatcom County city debates removing fluoride from its water The issue surfaced after some Lynden residents and officials questioned the safety of the mineral additive, which is used to help prevent tooth decay. by Matt Benoit Salish Current / April 4, 2024
Equity More Washington companies offer doula services in health benefits Businesses like Microsoft and Walmart are covering costs for birth workers, which advocates say can help lower racial disparity in pregnancy outcomes. by Megan Burbank / February 15, 2024
News For-profit Tacoma ICE center blocks health and labor inspections Conditions in the immigrant detention facility have garnered over 300 complaints, but a law to increase state oversight is still tied up in court. by Grace Deng Washington State Standard / February 5, 2024
Human Elements Rebuilding Salish Sea clam gardens, rock by rock The Swinomish Indian Tribal Community is creating new habitats along the coastline to help marine life weather rising sea temperatures. January 22, 2024
Northwest Reports Podcast | Stressors push WA nurses to leave their jobs behind Season 1 , Episode 36 / September 20, 2023 Reporter Megan Burbank spoke with former nurses who, amid grievances like staffing shortages and low pay, changed their careers.
News Podcast | Stressors push WA nurses to leave their jobs behind Reporter Megan Burbank spoke with former nurses who, amid grievances like staffing shortages and low pay, changed their careers. by Maleeha Syed / September 20, 2023
News Flu and COVID vaccines coming to Washington Health officials are encouraging vaccinations for COVID-19, influenza and Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection (RSV) ahead of the winter illness season. by Venice Buhain / September 18, 2023 / Updated: September 22, 2023
Investigations Amid heavy smoke, wildfire crews work without practical respirators 'There are times where you just don’t breathe, because you can’t.' by Hannah Weinberger / August 29, 2023
Environment Washington’s ‘smoke season’ is back. Here’s how to stay safe. As wildfire risk increases, so does the frequency of hazy, hazardous days. Here are some tips on monitoring air quality – and your health. by Venice Buhain / August 23, 2023
News WSU researchers study a coronavirus spread by camels in Kenya The virus, discovered long before the COVID-19 pandemic, originated in Saudi Arabia and can be deadly to humans. by Nick Gibson / August 2, 2023
Investigations What WA’s new wildfire smoke rules might mean for outdoor workers Washington could be the second state to impose permanent safety regulations, but employers and workplace advocates disagree on the proposal. by Hannah Weinberger & Farah Eltohamy / August 2, 2023
Equity Low-income domestic violence survivors still lack support in WA While the state has expanded its full protection-order policies, advocates say funding for housing, shelters and legal services is still needed. by Kelsey Turner InvestigateWest / July 4, 2023
News Spokane aims to reduce homelessness by 40% with regional authority County leaders are looking for new ways to address the growing issue weeks after Camp Hope, once the state’s largest encampment, shuttered. by Mai Hoang / July 3, 2023