Trauma is the leading cause of death for individuals from 1 to 46 years and the fourth leading cause of death for all age groups.
Escalating Workplace Violence Rocks Hospitals
Across the country, many doctors, nurses and other health care workers have remained silent about what is being called an epidemic of violence against them.
Another case of measles in King County
This is the third King County case identified this month, adding to the total of six recent measles cases in Washington state residents.
Ketamine: The illicit party psychedelic that can help depression
Ketamine is effective for those who do not respond to traditional anti-depressants. It also shows promise for the treatment of PTSD and bipolar disorder.
‘Sham’ Sharing Ministries Test Faith Of Patients
Sheri Lewis of Seattle, who was enrolled in a health care sharing ministry, found out that the hip transplant she desperately needed was not covered.
As ER Wait Times Grow, More Patients Leave Against Medical Advice
Emergency room patients increasingly leave California hospitals against medical advice, and experts say crowded ERs are likely to blame.
How To Find And Use New Federal Ratings For Rehab Services At Nursing Homes
Here’s information about how to find and use the new Nursing Home Compare data.
Trump’s Talk On Preexisting Conditions Doesn’t Match Administration’s Actions
Trump said his administration will “always protect patients with preexisting conditions.” But the White House’s policy does exactly the opposite.
Four new measles cases in Washington, two in King County
Investigators are exploring a possible common exposure at SeaTac Airport. All of the cases spent time at SeaTac Airport during their likely time of exposure.
UW researchers develop smartphone app that detects ear infections in children
With a phone and small paper funnel, app is highly effective in detecting fluid buildup behind eardrum.
Some foods said to improve health, but you’d have to eat a lot.
If you do the math, you’ll find you actually need to eat enormous amounts of particular foods to get an active dose of the desired ingredient.
Palliative Care Power Couple Faces Cancer At Home
Since her diagnosis with advanced ovarian cancer, she chose to forgo treatment for palliative care, It’s a choice made by fewer than 2% of patients.
Washington State to Offer Public Option Health Plan
Washington State’s “public option” health insurance plan aims to provide affordable coverage for people incomes too high to qualify for Medicaid.
Black Women More Likely to Die of Breast Cancer — Especially in the South
Breast cancer survival rates among all U.S. women have improved, but the gap between white and black women has grown: Black women are 40% more likely to die.
As the Opioid Crisis Peaks, Meth and Cocaine Deaths Explode
Roughly 14,000 cocaine and 10,000 meth users died in the US in 2017, an increase of more than a third compared with 2016 and triple of what was seen in 2012.