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On Dec. 14, from 1 to 3 p.m., a planning and kickoff project for the YO Drive will take place at the Together Center in Redmond. This event aims to mobilize volunteers and engage the community in efforts supporting youth outreach initiatives. Further details about participation and activities wil...

A veteran’s journey through breast cancer exemplifies the importance of comprehensive care provided by the VA. Diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer, she received extensive support from her VA healthcare team, including medical professionals who guided her through treatments and emotional challeng...

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is implementing a “Whole Health” approach to care, placing veterans at the center of their health care experience. This initiative emphasizes personalized, proactive, and patient-driven care, aiming to improve overall well-being and health outcomes for vete...

Veterans can access care through community providers when the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) cannot provide timely services. The Community Care program is designed to help veterans obtain necessary medical care closer to home. Veterans are eligible for this program if they meet specific crit...

Mayor Bruce Harrell has officially ended the limited civil emergency declared on Oct. 30 due to uncertainties surrounding Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding amid a federal government shutdown. The emergency measures included $3 million in emergency food assistance to support...

Lung cancer remains a leading cause of cancer-related deaths, but early detection through screening can significantly improve survival rates. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends annual low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) scans for individuals aged 50 to 80 with a history of heavy s...

VA researchers are advancing in three key areas: brain-computer interfaces, cancer diagnostics, and aging. The brain-computer interface projects aim to help veterans with severe disabilities regain control over their environments through direct brain communication with devices. This technology co...

The West Coast Health Alliance reaffirms its strong support for vaccination as a crucial measure to protect children’s health, emphasizing that extensive research involving millions of individuals globally demonstrates no link between vaccines and autism. The Alliance expresses concern over misle...

It’s a Wonderful Burien returns for the holiday season, celebrating community, local businesses, and the arts. The event features the 2025 Winter Light Display in Town Square Park, running from Nov. 12 to Dec. 31, illuminating the park every night. The Burien Winter Market operates Thursdays from...

Join the 2025 CISC Groove for Good Dance Party on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Bellevue College, Building U Ballroom. This vibrant event aims to support CISC’s Early Learning and Family Resource Programs and promises a fun-filled atmosphere where attendees can dance at their o...

Founded in 2017, the yəhaw̓ Indigenous Creatives Collective is an intertribal community of Indigenous artists focused on enhancing mental and emotional health through art and community engagement. Initially a pop-up art project, it has evolved into a hub for Indigenous creatives, facilitating con...

Councilmember Bob Kettle, chair of the Public Safety Committee, announced key public safety priorities included in Seattle’s 2026 budget, which has been adopted by the City Council. Kettle emphasized his commitment to enhancing public safety and engaging with constituents. Notable budget allocati...

After a challenging pregnancy and Cayden’s early birth at 33 weeks, his family faced an unexpected diagnosis of Cardio-Facio-Cutaneous Syndrome two weeks after his arrival. This rare condition brought numerous health concerns, leading the family into a whirlwind of medical referrals and assessmen...

Ms. White, a lifelong resident of Seattle’s Central District, lives in the same home where she was born, along with her children, Apraisjah and Calvontre, and her grandson, Ar’Quez. This family story highlights a second-generation connection to Boyer Children’s Clinic. Calvontre, born prematurely...

November is National Family Literacy Month, a time to highlight the importance of reading and engaging with children to promote literacy. Families are encouraged to take part in activities that strengthen their reading skills together. Simple ways to celebrate include reading aloud as a family, v...

A pharmacy residency program at the VA has welcomed its first student specialist, Johnnie Chapman, who is pursuing a postgraduate year two (PGY2) residency in psychiatric pharmacy. Chapman’s role involves collaborating with clinical pharmacy specialists and providing patient care in mental health...

Seattle police have arrested a 17-year-old boy for assaulting an 80-year-old man who confronted him while he was graffitiing the Ballard Bridge. The incident occurred on Nov. 17, when the elderly victim, noticing four teenagers spray painting nearby, attempted to record the act on his phone. As h...