Public Health – Seattle and King County and the Snohomish County Health Department are investigating a positive case of measles, identified on March 17 in an adult resident of Snohomish…
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Nonprofit Showcase: Project Access Northwest
My Neighborhood News Network has partnered with the Verdant Health Commission to profile the work of local nonprofits it helps fund, which advance the health of our whole community. Local…
‘Protect our patients, our kids’: Education and nursing leaders protest in Lynnwood
Amidst the afternoon rush-hour traffic outside of the Lynnwood Event Center Tuesday, about 60 people gathered to protest against the shifts in federal policy following President Donald Trump’s inauguration. Members…
Washington could exempt medical debt from credit reports
When Kristopher Shook was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer at age 42, his only concern was beating it, no matter the cost. As a result, he accumulated hundreds of thousands…
Sponsor spotlight: Local dentist helps uninsured adults
Dr. Sophon Heng D.D.S. caters to those people who don’t have dental insurance. His clinic provides comprehensive dental care exclusively to uninsured adults in a modern yet modest office in…
Blood donations sought to offset winter weather cancellations
As winter weather continues to hit the Pacific Northwest, cancellation of blood drives and donor appointments continues to rise. According to Bloodworks Northwest, last week’s snow caused the cancellation of…
Cold weather causes steep drop in blood donations
Blood banks in Washington are urging residents to donate blood after available supplies reached alarming low levels in January, the Washington State Department of Health said in a news release….
Health Matters: Dark days, bright ideas — Innovative ways to combat seasonal blues
This is the fifth of our five-part “Health Matters” series focused on health topics in South Snohomish County and sponsored by the Verdant Health Commission. Read part 1 — “As…
Sponsor spotlight: Local dentist helps uninsured adults
Dr. Sophon Heng D.D.S. caters to those people who don’t have dental insurance. His clinic provides comprehensive dental care exclusively to uninsured adults in a modern yet modest office in…
Sponsor spotlight: Local dentist helps uninsured adults
Dr. Sophon Heng D.D.S. caters to those people who don’t have dental insurance. His clinic provides comprehensive dental care exclusively to uninsured adults in a modern yet modest office in…
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Dual care plans could provide some Washingtonians with more health coverage
Millions of Americans could qualify for more health coverage. People who are eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid can enroll in a Dual Special Needs Plan. However, many might not…
Verdant to present free Healthy Holiday Sides cooking demo Nov. 13
The Verdant Health Commission is offering a free Healthy Holiday Sides cooking demonstration on Wednesday, Nov. 13. The hybrid class will explore nutritious alternatives to traditional side dishes while celebrating…
From tires to nail polish, state ecology department studying new round of consumer products with toxic chemicals
In May 2024, Washington State Department of Ecology’s Safer Products for Washington team identified a new set of toxic chemicals in everyday consumer products. That’s important, Ecology said, because it…
Health Matters: Roadblocks to health — Without transportation, local residents may skip health care
This is the fourth of a five-part “Health Matters” series focused on health topics in South Snohomish County and sponsored by the Verdant Health Commission. Read part 1 — “As…
Flu shots, COVID boosters at Edmonds Waterfront Center Nov. 4
Seattle Visiting Nurses Association will be administering flu shots and COVID boosters at the Edmonds Waterfront Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4. Advanced registration is highly preferred. To register for an…
Verdant brings nonprofit leaders together for community health networking event
The Verdant Health Commission hosted its third annual Community Health Networking Event Friday, with the aim of connecting nonprofits and funders at the Lynnwood Event Center to foster new relationships…
Sponsor spotlight: Local dentist helps uninsured adults
Dr. Sophon Heng D.D.S. caters to those people who don’t have dental insurance. His clinic provides comprehensive dental care exclusively to uninsured adults in a modern yet modest office in…
Health insurance premiums to rise about 12% for WA small businesses
Health insurance costs in Washington for small businesses and their employees will increase an average of 11.9% in 2025, according to the state Office of the Insurance Commissioner. This marks…
Workforce Snohomish to host health care job fair Oct. 23
Workforce Snohomish is hosting a free health care-focused job fair from 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23. The event will be on the fourth floor of WorkSource Everett at 3201 Smith…
Verdant Health Commission sponsoring ‘Food and Your Mood’ nutrition and mental health series starting Oct. 17
“Food & Your Mood: The Link Between Nutrition & Mental Health” is the topic of a two-part virtual series sponsored by Stilly Valley Health Connections and Verdant Health Commission on…
Department of Health introduces free mobile app designed to support cancer survivors
A free mobile app for cancer survivors in Washington is now available. The Washington State Department of Health, in partnership with 2Morrow Health, Inc., created Vital: A Companion App for…
Washington advocates push for state ban on flavored vapes
A broad coalition of Washington educators, doctors, researchers and social justice advocates has launched a campaign to ban flavored nicotine vapes in the state, citing the product’s contribution to youth…
Sponsor spotlight: Local dentist helps uninsured adults
Dr. Sophon Heng D.D.S. caters to those people who don’t have dental insurance. His clinic provides comprehensive dental care exclusively to uninsured adults in a modern yet modest office in…
American Diabetes Association, former Seahawk join local Boys & Girls Clubs to address diabetes epidemic
The American Diabetes Association (ADA), Boys & Girls Club of Snohomish County (BGCSC) and the Cliff Avril Family Foundation have partnered to deliver the ADA’s Project Power to more than…
Walk with a Latina Doc breaks down health care barriers
At 9 a.m. sharp on Saturday, Dr. Alina Urriola stood by Lynnwood’s Meadowdale Middle School wearing a tracksuit, neon sneakers and a broad smile. Together with Verdant Health Commission and…