A person most often gets infected with hantavirus by breathing in the virus from activities that put people in contact with rodent droppings, urine, saliva, or nesting materials.
E. coli outbreak linked to packaged salads
The seven cases of E. coli O157:H7 that have been ound so far in Washington are likely linked to Simple Truth Organic Power Greens purchased at QFC and Fred Meyer stores
Thinking about a Dry January? Tips from a UW doc
As New Year’s Day approaches, health-based resolutions are hardly novel. The trend of “Dry January” has gained momentum during the pandemic, with 15% of U.S. adults attempting temporary alcohol abstinence last year.
Social factors are as important as pills and vaccines in the battle against Covid
Socioeconomic status, occupation and economic mobility and the primary drivers of unequal health outcomes.
What to do if you test positive for COVID-19
Anyone with any signs or symptoms of COVID-19 or known exposures should get tested, regardless of vaccination status or prior infection.
People gave up on flu pandemic measures a century ago when they tired of them – and paid a price
Taking their cues from officials who had – somewhat prematurely – declared an end to the pandemic, Americans overwhelmingly hurried to return to their pre-pandemic routines. They packed into movie theaters and dance halls, crowded in stores and shops, and gathered with friends and family.
COVID-19 cases spike in Washington state
Washington state’s hospitals and clinics are already stretched and strained due to an exhausted and understaffed workforce who have been caring for more patients than ever before.
Long Covid is Pitting Patients Against Doctors. That’s A Problem.
Long Covid patients have described feeling dismissed and “gaslit” by doctors who seem to question their illness — or who seem at a loss for what to do about it.
At-home COVID-19 tests: Why they should be on your shopping list
Planning to get together with family and friends? Whether you’re traveling or hosting, you should consider adding at-home COVID-19 tests to your checklist.
Step away from the table – why you keep eating when you’re full
Let’s explore your body’s “stop eating signals” (satiety signals).
How to stay out of the hospital with omicron here – tips from Public Health – Seattle & King County
How can we keep emergency healthcare from becoming overwhelmed? How can we make sure lifesaving treatment is available when we need it most?
Time to ‘up your mask game,’ Seattle-King County public health officials say.
Because Omicron is so highly contagious, well-fitting and high-quality face masks are more important than ever. It’s one of the most important tools we have right now to limit the spread.
It could take 12 hours of walking to burn off your Christmas dinner
Or, if you prefer, you could jog for about five to six hours.
Answers from COVID experts: How do you talk to family members who aren’t vaccinated? How can the vaccines be safe if they were developed so quickly? Is natural immunity better than being vaccinated?
Why are there such strong reactions against vaccines? What is long COVID? Natural immunity vs. vaccine immunity.
The ‘runner’s high’ may result from the body’s own version of THC
Studies in humans and in animal models are pointing to endocannabinoids – not endorphins – as the star players in the runner’s high.