Cardiologist Invents Device to Help Prevent Stroke
The idea of having a stroke is terrifying. But what if your doctor had an easy and inexpensive way to
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State elected officials write in support of Skagit County nursing homes
State elected officials have voiced support for the skilled nursing homes in Skagit County, requesting that the Centers for Medicare
Read MoreMajor changes coming for Medicare this year
Whether it’s coverage for end-of-life counseling or an experimental payment scheme for common surgeries, Medicare in 2016 is undergoing some
Read MoreState dentists lobby is blocking low-cost care
Dental health for the poor is a big problem in Washington state. Some see dental therapists — licensed professionals who
Read MoreAfter the Asylum: How America’s Trying to Fix Its Broken Mental Health System
Patients with mental illness are being detained in emergency rooms, often for weeks at a time. Now some states are
Read MoreMore Than A Name Change At Stake In Group Health-Kaiser Deal
If Kaiser Permanente wins approval to acquire Group Health, it will mark more than the loss of another Seattle institution.
Read MoreAre Good Doctors Bad for Your Health?
“Get me the best cardiologist” is our natural response to any heart problem. Unfortunately, it is probably wrong. Surprisingly, the
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