A Pierce County child under 5 years old died this past weekend from flu-related complications. The child had underlying health concerns that increased the child’s risk.
Electronic Health Records Creating A ‘New Era’ Of Health Care Fraud
The government gave billions in subsidies to software vendors who overstated or deceived the government about what their products could do, whistleblowers say
Medicare enrollment begins Jan. 1 – Need help?
The Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner and volunteers at the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program can help.
For Her Head Cold, Insurer Coughed Up $25,865
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In 10 years, half of Americans will be obese, study
Several states 60% of adults will be obese. In states with the lowest rates, 40% of adults will be obese. About a quarter of US adults will be severely obese.
Intermittent Fasting: Live ‘Fast,’ Live longer?
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Doctors Prescribe More of a Drug If They Receive Money from a Pharma Company Tied to It
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New Suicide Prevention Number Could Lead to Surge in Calls
Suicide rates in the United States have climbed steadily over the past two decades, contributing to a decline in the average U.S. life expectancy.
Instagram can help shy people make friends – study
A survey of 700 college students at WSU found Instagram helped them make and strengthen friendships. Shy, introverted people seemed to benefit the most.
Federal Appeals Court Strikes Down Portion Of Obamacare
The case is likely to go to the Supreme Court. Should the court strike down the law, it will upend the U.S. health care system.
Many Obamacare protections now set in Washington State law
After court ruling has raised the possibility that the Affordable Care Act might be invalidated, officials issue seek to reassure those covered through the law.
Parenting Your Aging Parents When They Don’t Want Help
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Poverty Grew in One-Third of Counties Despite Strong National Economy
Most of the biggest increases were in rural and Southern areas that saw a downturn in local industries and where residents lacked job training and skills
With Encouragement From Trump, States Move Forward on Importing Drugs
The Trump administration Wednesday announced plans that would pave the way for Americans to begin purchasing lower priced prescription drugs from Canada.
King County child dies from flu
The child was previously healthy and died on December 15thin a Pierce County hospital. This is the first reported flu death in a child in King County 2009.