Health & Wellness
06/10/2026 · Yakima
Study Examines At-Home Furosemide Treatment for Heart Failure Edema
A new study evaluated the use of at-home subcutaneous furosemide for treating edema related to heart failure. Researchers examined the safety and efficacy of patient self-treatment outside of a hospital setting.
U.S. Overdose Deaths Decline for Second Consecutive Year
Drug overdose deaths in the United States decreased in 2025, continuing a downward trend from the previous year. Approximately 70,000 Americans died from overdoses, according to initial government figures.
06/11/2026
CDC Issues National Guidelines for Maternal and Infant Health
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released national recommendations aimed at improving the health of women before pregnancy. The guidelines outline actionable steps for better maternal and infant outcomes. The CDC collaborated with over 35 public and private organizations to develop the recommendations.
05/19/2026
CDC Reports Rise in E-Cigarette Use Among Students
Data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates a significant increase in e-cigarette usage among U.S. middle and high school students. The CDC reports usage more than doubled between 2011 and 2012.
05/05/2026
King County Overdoses Surge: 30% Spike Prompts Health Emergency
King County health officials declared a public health emergency after opioid overdoses jumped 30% this month, echoing deadly surges seen before. With fatal overdoses hitting record highs in recent weeks, authorities are ramping up naloxone distribution and crisis centers amid a persistent crisis. Washington families face a grim reality as fentanyl-laced drugs fuel the deaths.
05/04/2026
UW Medicine Rolls Out 24/7 Youth Mental Health Hotline in Washington
UW Medicine has launched a statewide 24/7 mental health hotline for Washington youth amid a surge in teen crises in schools. The service connects callers to trained counselors, building on national resources like 988 to tackle rising suicide ideation and emotional distress. Initially reported by KIRO 7 News, the hotline aims to provide immediate, confidential support across the state.
05/02/2026
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