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The “We Are Valley Podcast,” produced by Valley Medical Center, offers concise advice aimed at improving health and well-being while providing the latest medical guidance. It serves as an informational resource, emphasizing that the content is not intended as medical advice. Listeners are encoura...

Renting a home can lead to disputes between tenants and landlords over issues like maintenance, security deposits, and lease agreements. Mediation provides a practical, cost-effective way to resolve these conflicts. It is a voluntary process where a neutral mediator facilitates communication betw...

The Martinez Fellowship at the University of Washington Tacoma offers a supportive community for BIPOC educators, addressing the high turnover rates among teachers of color in a predominantly white field. The program fosters connection and empowerment among educators, helping them break isolation...

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is characterized by intense emotional responses, particularly a profound fear of abandonment. Individuals with BPD may overreact to perceived slights, leading to behaviors such as needing constant reassurance, giving the silent treatment, or abruptly ending r...

Metabolic syndrome affects approximately one in three adults in the U.S., significantly increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Defined by a cluster of conditions such as abdominal obesity, high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, and abnormal cholesterol levels, it c...

Valley Medical Center celebrated the dedication of its new Cancer Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Jan. 16, marking a significant milestone for the community. The center, which opened to patients on Feb. 3, is the first of its kind in South King County. The event honored Tina McDonough, f...

Jasmine, 42, lived in her car for more than a year following job loss and financial instability. After reaching out to the vehicle outreach coordinator at a safe parking program in Kirkland, she was connected to crucial support services such as food banks, health care, job training programs, and ...

Tina McDonough founded the nonprofit Valley Girls & Guys after losing a close friend to cancer in 2007, aiming to support cancer patients and their families. The organization has built a compassionate community of survivors, caregivers, and supporters, significantly impacting local cancer car...

In the U.S., 45 million people are functionally illiterate, often due to a lack of adequate literacy instruction during critical learning periods. Oliver James, a former functionally illiterate individual, exemplifies the struggle faced by many; he documented his journey to literacy through self-...

Essentials First expresses deep concern over a recently announced federal aid freeze by the White House Office of Management and Budget. This freeze will pause disbursement of federal financial assistance across various programs, creating uncertainty for vulnerable communities. While Social Secur...

LifeWire, a nonprofit organization in Washington state dedicated to assisting domestic violence survivors, has raised alarms over President Trump’s executive order that freezes federal funding. This funding, which constitutes more than two-thirds of LifeWire’s budget, is critical for providing sh...

Dyslexia is a learning deficit that affects language processing, making reading, spelling, and writing challenging. Students with dyslexia often struggle with remembering letter names and sounds, blending sounds, and recognizing sight words. They may substitute words while reading aloud or confus...

The Asian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS) has issued a statement expressing its commitment to immigrants and refugees, particularly in light of recent executive orders that threaten their well-being. ACRS highlights that these orders create fear and anxiety, jeopardizing individuals’ abili...

Gov. Bob Ferguson of Washington has established a rapid response team to counter potential harm to children from President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement policies. The Family Separation Rapid Response Team is tasked with developing policies to support children separated from their deporte...

Valley Cities Enumclaw is launching wellness-focused programs and services for 2025 to enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of its clients. As part of “Welcome Back Week” from Jan. 8 to 10, the clinic introduced new group services, including mindfulness sessions, “Therapeutic Th...

Seattle Indian Health Board is hiring for several key positions: medical assistant, dental assistant, and environmental services (EVS) assistant.

Audiobooks have surged in popularity, especially among busy parents and caregivers, with one in four children listening to them. They provide a way to enjoy stories while multitasking, such as during commutes or while cooking, making it easier to incorporate literature into daily life. Audiobooks...

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