Flu levels are ‘very high’ in Washington right now. Here’s what DOH says you should know
Weekly flu cases tripled in Washington state over the course of December, with hospitalizations on the rise as well, according to DOH data.
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Washington Gov. Ferguson signs executive orders addressing abortion, housing crisis
Moments after his inaugural address on Wednesday, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed three executive orders centered on housing, reproductive health care and streamlining permitting.
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Washington Gov. Inslee directs state to add emergency abortion protections
With days left in office, Washington Governor Jay Inslee issued a directive on Friday, aiming to codify emergency abortion access in the state.
Tri-City chiropractor accused of secretly videoing patient getting undressed
In an unrelated case, a Richland massage therapist has lost his license after an accusation of sexual touching.
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Who will helm WA’s health care agencies? Ferguson announces 2 temporary appointments
The governor-elect on Thursday revealed who he has chosen to temporarily lead the Department of Health and the Health Care Authority.
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Washington State reports sharp increase in whooping cough cases for all of 2024
Health officials in Washington State saw a huge spike in whooping cough cases in 2024 compared to 2023. According to a report by the Washington State Department of Health (DOH), there were a total of 2,040 cases statewide in 2024 and only 87 cases reported the year before.