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A study published in Support Care Cancer highlights the need for childcare support among cancer patients who are also parents. Approximately 20% of newly diagnosed cancer patients are in the typical childrearing age range of 20 to 54, prompting the research conducted at a major Canadian cancer ce...

A study conducted among 338 mothers in Hangzhou, China, explored breastfeeding self-efficacy within the first six months postpartum, framed by Life Course Theory. The research, carried out from May to August 2023, utilized convenience sampling and included questionnaires on general information, b...

A study conducted in Athy, Ireland, and Iași, Romania, assessed lifestyle-related health challenges and digital engagement preferences to prepare for the Connect5 digital health coaching intervention. Utilizing a mixed-methods cross-sectional design, researchers surveyed 219 participants in Irela...

A study conducted at a large institution explored the experiences of physician trainees with pregnancy and parenthood to inform policies that support them. Interviews with 28 trainee parents, predominantly women, revealed five key challenges:

Zuhoor Mehran joined the MSC team in 2023 as a community outreach specialist in the Immigrant and Refugee Outreach and Community Education Program. Her program provides culturally and linguistically appropriate support to newly arrived refugees and immigrants, helping them adjust to their new env...

A study published in The Lancet Global Health evaluated the impact of community mobilization on domestic violence against women and girls. Conducted over five years, the trial involved 48 clusters of households, where 24 clusters participated in intervention activities, including meetings of wome...

Metro service updates for November 14-16, 2025, report several construction-related impacts on bus routes. Stop No. 85541 at Federal Way Downtown Station will be closed from November 14 through 17. Route 4 will be rerouted off 5th Avenue N from November 15 at 7 a.m. to November 16 at 5 p.m. Other...

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released the FY 2025 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for homelessness Continuums of Care (CoC). The King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA), which leads the Seattle-King County CoC, applies for these funds on behalf o...

For child care providers and early learning educators, ongoing education is essential for enhancing the quality of care they provide to children and families. BrightSpark’s Professional Growth and Development Team offers a range of STARS-fulfilling classes to support providers in meeting Washingt...

On Nov. 1, 2025, the U.S. Department of Agriculture decided to withhold emergency SNAP benefits, causing uncertainty for approximately half of Washington’s 500,000 SNAP recipients. This decision severely impacted many participants, including seniors like Guadalupe, who rely on SNAP for food secur...

A Grays Harbor County resident has been confirmed with H5N5 avian influenza, marking the first detection of this strain in humans. The individual, hospitalized with influenza symptoms, has underlying health conditions and owns a mixed flock of domestic poultry exposed to wild birds. Public health...

Giving back to the community creates a ripple effect that benefits both the giver and the recipient. Acts of kindness, whether through volunteering or donating, foster a sense of connection and purpose. These actions not only support those in need but also enhance the well-being of the givers, le...

Councilmember Rinck and local leaders condemned recent changes to HUD’s Continuum of Care program, which threaten to impact nearly 4,500 households in Seattle and King County. The Trump administration’s new funding guidelines limit the use of funds for permanent housing, potentially increasing ho...

Cheri reflects on her 28 years with Angel Flight West, highlighting the evolution of the organization from a simple mission-tracking system to a sophisticated operation that now manages nearly 5,000 missions annually. Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19, which temporarily halted growth, the ...

When the 1 Line opens to Federal Way on Dec. 6, it will feature community-inspired public art reflecting the spirit and diversity of South King County. Each station, including Federal Way, Kent, and Star Lake, showcases unique artworks that tell local stories. The Sound Transit art program aimed ...

Public and active transportation users are invited to participate in the second season of community conversations about the North Spokane Corridor’s final connection project. This series will concentrate on planning improvements around the Interstate 90 corridor. The first meeting is scheduled fo...

Seattle Public Schools, in collaboration with the Seattle Visiting Nurses Association, is hosting three flu and COVID vaccine clinics this weekend, open to all community members, including adults and children. The clinics will take place on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, at Whitman Middle School from 9...

New traffic lights have been activated along State Route 7/Pacific Avenue South in Pierce County, enhancing pedestrian safety for walkers and cyclists. As of the week of Nov. 10, crews from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) have installed and activated lights at 10 interse...

Volunteers are needed for the Meals on Wheels program in Northshore/Bothell, specifically for the role of a caller. This position involves making weekly calls to homebound seniors to take their meal orders for delivery. Currently, the calling takes place on Monday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a....