Feeding peanuts to babies could prevent allergies through the teen years, study finds
Feeding peanut butter to babies — starting during infancy and continuing until age 5 — has been shown effective in reducing allergies into adolescence, according to a new study by King’s College London.
Fish oil supplements linked to greater first-time heart attack risk in study: ‘Not universally good or bad'
A recent study suggests that taking fish oil supplements may increase the risk of a heart attack and stroke.
Radiation exposure at Sunnyside Hospital
Police in Sunnyside asked the public to avoid the city's hospital on Sunday after multiple patients who were exposed to radiation at a construction site showed up to the ER.
New concerns over air quality on airplanes
One congressman says the air quality inside airplanes causes serious health concerns, claiming oxygen inside the cabin can be contaminated with oil and hydraulic fluid.
Therapeutic miniature horse visits patients at Seattle Children's
Earlier this week, Seattle Children's Hospital patients got a special visit from a 7-year-old miniature horse.
Backyard poultry linked to salmonella outbreak; over 100 sickened
Backyard poultry has been linked to a Salmonella outbreak that has sickened more than 100 people in 29 states.
Free IVF: These companies offer fertility benefits for part-time employees
The cost has prompted many Americans to seek out side-jobs – specifically from companies known to offer free IVF for part-time employees.
ADHD diagnosed in about 1 in 9 US children, CDC says
ADHD symptoms include difficulty staying focused, excessive fidgeting, acting without thinking and difficulty with self-control.
WA judge dismisses COVID lawsuit from John Stockton, RFK Jr.
A Washington federal judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by NBA Hall of Famer John Stockton and Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. over the state's COVID-19 policies.
Disrupted sleep, plus nightmares could be linked to autoimmune diseases, experts say
Those who experience vivid nightmares and odd hallucinations might have an underlying autoimmune disease, a new study suggests.
Wegovy and other weight-loss drugs soars among kids, young adults
A surge of adolescents and young adults are using diabetes and obesity medications like Wegovy and Ozempic, new research shows.
76% of workers are battling stress: Study
76% of workers polled in a new study admitted they are battling stress and burned out at work.
Study finds link between ultra-processed foods and cardiometabolic risk in children
Cardiometabolic risk factors include heart attack, stroke and diabetes.
Racism, negligence at Seattle Children's Hospital led to 16-year-old's death; Lawsuit
A Snohomish County family is suing Seattle Children's Hospital, saying their 16-year-old daughter died as a result of negligence and “widespread racism” from healthcare providers.
Nestlé launches food line targeting Ozempic, other weight-loss drug users
Nestlé is launching a line of food products tailored to people using weight-loss medication in an effort to capitalize on a market expected to reach $30 billion in the next six years.
Pink noise? Brown noise? Why white noise has colorful competition
White noise is well-known for masking sounds, but pink, brown, and other colored noises are gaining popularity for their potential benefits on sleep, concentration, and relaxation despite limited scientific research.
US pediatricians allow HIV-positive mothers to breastfeed under new guidelines
People with HIV can breastfeed their babies, as long as they are taking medications that effectively suppress the virus that causes AIDS, a top U.S. pediatricians’ group said Monday in a sharp policy change.
May is stroke awareness month
May is stroke awareness month and health experts are sharing the message "BE FAST". It is an acronym to help identify if you may be having a stroke.
New COVID-19 variant could cause summer surge
A new round of COVID-19 variants are putting health officials on high alert, especially with summer quickly approaching.
Department of Health launches WA-specific 988 crisis website
The Washington State Department of Health launched a new suicide and crisis lifeline website. It's specifically designed for Washingtonians, giving more localized resources instead of the national resources from 988.