Tacoma doctor performed unnecessary spinal surgeries on veterans and billed government, DOJ says
A resolution has been reached in the case of a Tacoma physician who improperly billed government insurance programs for alleged "medically unnecessary" spinal procedures on veterans.
Cat owners could be at higher risk of schizophrenia, study suggests
Snuggling with a cat seems like a loving and relaxing activity, but a new study implies that it might affect your mental health down the line.
These are the states where it's still legal to smoke with kids in cars
Only a dozen states have laws that prohibit lighting up in a private vehicle with children present. No level of exposure to secondhand smoke is safe, the CDC says.
Miss USA Noelia Voigt suddenly resigns title – here’s why
Miss USA 2023 Noelia Voigt has announced that she is resigning from the title. "I realize this may come as a large shock to many," the 24-year-old wrote.
Paralyzed former Rutgers athlete expands bourbon brand into NY, donates $5.20 of every sale to research
Former Rutgers University defensive tackle Eric LeGrand is expanding his bourbon brand from New Jersey and Kentucky into New York and is donating proceeds from cases of liquor sold to find a cure for paralysis.
COVID-19 variants called FLiRT are spreading across US
The COVID-19 variants, nicknamed FLiRT, account for about one in four infections. Here's what to know.
University of Washington helps Nate Robinson in search for kidney donor
The University of Washington is helping former Husky, NBA player and Seattle native Nate Robinson find a kidney donor.
'Wag Love Life' 5K in Redmond raising money for dog cancer research
The Canine Cancer Alliance's annual “Wag Love Life" 5K Run and Walk in Redmond is raising money for cancer prevention and research in dogs.
UW preparing study on magic mushrooms
The University of Washington is moving forward with research on magic mushrooms to see if they can treat addiction and trauma.
CDC warns dairy workers amid bird flu outbreak
The CDC is advising dairy workers to wear protective equipment as the bird flu is becoming more common in cows.
25K Americans starting Wegovy weekly as supply increases and prices drop, drugmaker says
The number of U.S. patients currently starting the weight management drug Wegovy is "four times" the number in December 2023, the drugmaker said.
Maternal mortality rate in U.S. declines, but racial disparities remain: CDC data
Following an increase in women dying during pregnancy or after childbirth earlier in the pandemic, mortality rates dropped significantly in 2022, according to a new CDC report.
DEA plans to reclassify marijuana
The Drug Enforcement Agency is taking a bold step to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug.
Cancer trends: Common types & risk factors revealed
Almost 40% of Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lifetime — but certain types are more common than others, statistics show.
Mammogram screening to detect breast cancer should now start at 40, panel says
Breast cancer is the second-most common cause of cancer death for U.S. women.
USDA testing ground beef in states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cows
The USDA is testing ground beef sold at retailers located in U.S. states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cattle. But the agency said it’s “confident that the meat supply is safe.”
Kaiser Permanente says data breach may affect 13.4M customers
Kaiser Permanente said it is notifying members after a recent data breach potentially affected millions of accounts.
81% of millennials say they can't afford a midlife crisis
Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.
13.4 million affected by Kaiser Permanente data breach
Around 13.4 million consumers were notified that their sensitive information was compromised this month after a data breach involving Kaiser Permanente.
Norovirus: Nearly 200 sick in outbreaks on Princess, Royal Caribbean ships, CDC says
Norovirus outbreaks on Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean ships in April left nearly 200 people sick, the CDC reported.