The Verdant Community Wellness Center will be hosting a free health screening clinic from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 7, at 4710 196th St. S.W. in Lynnwood. Walk in or register for a 30-minute appointment with a registered nurse. Residents can take advantage of free blood pressure, A1C/pre-diabetes/diabetes testing, and/or depression screening. Walks-ins are…
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Masking requirements to end April 3 in health care facilities
Effective April 3, the Washington State Department of Health said it will end its mask requirement for health care, long-term care and adult correctional facilities. In Washington, COVID-19, RSV and influenza disease rates and hospitalizations have continued to decline since the end of last year, the Department of Health said. The end of Washington’s universal masking…
On National Tooth Fairy Day: Lost tooth now valued at $6.25
The value of those wiggly teeth is on the rise in 2023. In celebration of National Tooth Fairy Day Feb. 28, the Tooth Fairy released the findings of the annual Original Tooth Fairy Poll, sponsored by Delta Dental. It shows a whopping 53% increase for kids in Washington state and the western U.S. – equating…
Safety the focus as employees meet with residents to discuss Lynnwood methadone clinic operations
Safety was a major area of discussion when Lynnwood residents, elected officials and members of the media visited Acadia Healthcare’s newly opened opioid treatment facility Monday for an open house and community meeting, Among those attending was Snohomish County Councilmember and 21st District State Rep. Strom Peterson, who spoke about the need for opioid treatment…
Asian Service Center offering free Healthy Nutrition workshop Feb. 25
The Asian Service Center, a new Edmonds-based nonprofit formed to provide support and advocacy for Asian communities in Snohomish County, is hosting a free Healthy Nutrition workshop from 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 25. The workshop will focus on six steps to maintain vibrant health. The location is 22727 Highway 99, Ste. 110, Edmonds….
Eye care product linked to antibiotic-resistant infections
Washington State’s Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are investigating a cluster of antibiotic-resistant infections that may be linked to EzriCare Artificial Tears. The infections have been caused by a variant of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a bacterium that is commonly found in water and soil and can infect the eyes, lungs,…
Controversial Lynnwood methadone clinic receives license from Washington Department of Health
This story has been updated with a statement from Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell. The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) announced Thursday it has issued a behavioral health agency license to Acadia Healthcare for an opioid treatment program (OTP) to be located near Lynnwood’s Alderwood Boys and Girls Club. The methadone clinic, at 2322 196th…
In letter to Department of Health, Lynnwood mayor expresses ‘serious concerns’ about methadone clinic
Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell on Tuesday released a copy of a letter she sent Jan. 12 to Washington State Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Dr. Umair Shah, noting her “serious concerns” about the department’s process for licensing a proposed methadone clinic in Lynnwood. The mayor also requested that DOH not grant approval for the clinic…
Edmonds School District offering dental sealants to second and third graders
The Edmonds School District is offering school-based dental sealants for second- and third-grade students at 12 local schools. By choosing to participate in the program, students are eligible to receive a free dental screening for oral diseases and dental sealants. Dental sealants are clear or opaque plastic materials applied to the chewing surfaces of the…
In the Legislature: Bill addresses understaffing for nurses at ‘breaking point’
Nurses are describing bleak conditions because of understaffing in Washington state hospitals, and a bill introduced in Olympia aims to address it. The so-called “Safe Staffing Standards” legislation would set minimum nurse-to-patient ratios for hospitals. Dana Robison, registered nurse in labor and delivery in Everett, who has been a nurse in hospital settings for 17…
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Residents, city officials express concerns about proposed opioid treatment center in Lynnwood
Concerns about location, lack of transparency and children’s safety were the main topics at Thursday night’s public hearing regarding a proposal to locate a Comprehensive Opioid Treatment Center in Lynnwood. The center, which is currently in Bothell, is set to be relocated to 2322 196th St. S.W. in Lynnwood – just a few blocks from…
Reminder: Free vision and hearing screenings at Edmonds Waterfront Center Dec. 13
The Edmonds Waterfront Center is partnering with the Edmonds Lions Club to provide free hearing and vision screenings from 8 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Dec. 13. The Lions Club provides assistance to obtain glasses and hearing aids for qualifying low-income children and adults. Participants must live in Brier, Edmonds, Lynnwood or Mountlake Terrace. No appointment…
With surge in respiratory viruses, health care leaders recommend wearing masks indoors
Snohomish Health District Health Officer Dr. James Lewis joined more than 30 other local health officers and health care leaders to recommend masking and other illness prevention measures this winter. Here’s the full statement: “Communities across our state and around the U.S. are experiencing an unprecedented surge in viral respiratory illnesses, including respiratory syncytial virus…
Snow takes toll on local blood supply
Bloodworks Northwest is urging the public to give blood or platelets in the wake of this week’s snowstorm, which led to a 30% decrease in donations. Hundreds of donors scheduled to donate Tuesday and Wednesday were unable to make their appointments and several blood drives had to be cancelled due to weather conditions. Community members…
Updated: Free at-home COVID-19 tests no longer available
The Washington State Department of Health said it “has already exhausted the limited supply” of free COVID-19 home test kits, which it recently announced were available to residents through the end of the year. “We have had an overwhelming response to the initiative,” a pop-up message on the department’s free COVID test webpage said.
Snohomish County organizations among those receiving Community Health Plan of Washington grants
Community Health Plan of Washington (CHPW), the not-for-profit offering Apple Health (Medicaid), Medicare and individual and family plans on the health exchange, on Tuesday announced a $250,000 Advancing Equity Fund grant to be shared among 25 community-based organization in Washington state, including four with connections to Snohomish County. The investment aims to support these organizations’…
Lynnwood nurse committed to improving health care in West African homeland
A Lynnwood man recognized for his work as a registered nurse and as an outstanding alumnus of his college said the honors have inspired him to give back to both his local community as well as his home country of The Gambia. Malick Krubally grew up wanting to become a doctor, but The Gambia –…
Sponsor spotlight: Timely dental assistant program at Edmonds College will help local practices fill an overwhelming job shortage
Edmonds College is launching a dental assistant program in January 2023, and the timing could not be better. An overwhelming demand for dental assistants around the Pacific Northwest has left practices scrambling to find qualified candidates to fill positions in the industry. The hope is Edmonds College will be able to alleviate some of the…
Reminder: Learn more about Verdant strategic plan during forums starting Oct. 14
The Verdant Health Commission Board said Tuesday it has completed its two-year strategic plan based on a recently completed community health needs assessment, and will share that information with the community at three forums, starting Oct. 14. More than 500 residents participated in the community health needs assessment and the results informed a two-year strategic…
Snohomish County’s first school-based health center opens at Meadowdale High
Snohomish County’s first school-based health center launched at 8 a.m. Sept. 12 and when staff first opened their doors, there were already three students waiting to be seen by medical professionals. The health center, which used to be a supply closet at the end of a hallway in Meadowdale High School, has been serving students…
Bloodworks Northwest needs to refill inventory after sending emergency shipment to Florida
An emergency supply of 30 Type O units from Bloodworks Northwest donors was being shipped Monday to SunCoast Blood Centers in Florida in response to a request for help from the state, which is preparing for a powerful storm. As Hurricane Ian intensifies, shutting down blood collections, Bloodworks Northwest and its donors are helping Florida…
Medical oxygen fire safety tips for older adults
According the United States Fire Administration, older adults have a 2.6 times greater risk of dying in a fire than the U.S. population as a whole. In the U.S. and Canada, adults age 65 and older comprise about 12% of the population, making it essential to take the necessary steps to stay safe. Last year…
County residents asked to share thoughts on health issues, community needs
The Snohomish Health District is asking county residents to share their thoughts on the most important health issues and needs in the community. Work is underway to gather information for the 2022 Community Health Assessment. This report will include numerical data on health indicators, but also thoughts and personal experiences that help illustrate what those…
Blood donations urgently needed
As summer ends and the school year begins, the Washington State Department of Health and Northwest Blood Coalition urge eligible blood donors to schedule donations. According to the Northwest Blood Coalition, high school and college students make up almost 25% of blood donations. “High schoolers and college-age youth are critically important members of our donor…
Three Edmonds College students among 18 nationwide to receive Walgreens Pharmacy Technician Scholarship
Edmonds College students Breshna Amany, Jenaya McCann, and Amy Nguyen have each been awarded a $250 scholarship sponsored by Walgreens and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) to cover the cost of the Pharmacy Technician Certification exam fee. Amany, McCann and Nguyen are among 18 students selected to receive this award nationwide. “The Pharmacy Technician…