Health / feature
A patient's best friend (with video)
Therapy dogs like Mukaluka Dirtypaws fill hospital with cheer
It's hard to miss Mukaluka Dirtypaws. The dark-colored miniature schnauzer stands out as he walks the hallways at Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center. But the volunteer badge — complete with picture — hanging from his bright blue collar indicates the 5-year-old pooch is there on business.
Dietitian shares strategies to prepare healthful meals that won't strain budget
Feeding a family can be expensive.
Patty Duke speaks about mental illness at local fundraiser
Star of stage and screen supports efforts of Children's Center
Star of stage and screen supports efforts of Children's Center
Going on the offense against ovarian cancer
Women in Southwest Washington have access to providers who take swift, aggressive action against disease, improving survival rates
New research highlighting widespread flaws in ovarian cancer treatment is drawing attention across the country.
Evergreen student comes to grips with surviving sudden cardiac arrest
Heidi Stewart describes death as nothingness. She did not hover above her body, or walk through a tunnel of light. It was as though the 18-year-old simply went to sleep and never dreamt. Except, when she awoke on the office floor at Evergreen High School, she was terrified, sad and in pain.
Pro Vitae in downtown Vancouver helps people shake up fitness regimens
Some Clark County residents say they've found a new way to lose extra pounds, tone muscles and relieve pain: jiggling.
Parents beware: Cute critters can carry ugly sickness
Chicks, ducklings, turtles, hedgehogs can infect loving children with salmonella
Chicks and ducklings may be oh-so-cute and soft, but they shouldn't be snuggled or kissed.
Juicing: How healthful is it?
Man says practice cured intestinal woes; nutritionist says it's good way to get fruits, veggies
Every morning, Arron Barnes starts his day with an unlikely fruit-and-vegetable concoction.
Laina Harris doubles weight-loss resolve as pounds defy her exertions
Laina Harris has been at a standstill since August.
Colonoscopies can – and do – save lives
Doctors say fear of procedure's prep keeps too many from exam
Gastroenterologists might have found one thing people dread more than root canals: colonoscopies.
