Snohomish Conservation District, Verdant launch free community gardening program
Food costs are rising and demand for food at local food banks is increasing. A creative partnership between the Snohomish Conservation District (SCD) and Verdant Health Commission is designed to…
Multiple Sclerosis Donor Closet seeks volunteers
The Multiple Sclerosis Helping Hands (MSHH) Donor Closet, located in downtown Edmonds, is seeking volunteers to help with customer service, drivers for pick-up and deliveries, sorting and cleaning equipment, and…
Healthy Eating: Two granola recipes, including one from Cottage Bakery
I have written about granola before, and I am offering two more recipes. I wish that I loved overnight oats but for some reason they are not my “jam.” I…
Sponsor spotlight: Local dentist helps uninsured adults
Dr. Sophon Heng D.D.S. caters to those people who don’t have dental insurance. His clinic provides comprehensive dental care exclusively to uninsured adults in a modern yet modest office in…
Free EKG screenings offered to young people April 2 at Lynnwood HS
The Edmonds School District is partnering with the Nick of Time Foundation and the University of Washington Center for Sports Cardiology to host a free EKG Youth Heart Screening event…
Measles case in Snohomish County is second identified in state
Public Health – Seattle and King County and the Snohomish County Health Department are investigating a positive case of measles, identified on March 17 in an adult resident of Snohomish…
Healthy Eating: Luscious eggless quiche
This savory pie is perfect for brunch, lunch or dinner and can be proudly served as a showstopper at a special-occasion or holiday buffet. Since we are in an “egg…
Sponsored: Nonprofit Showcase — Project Access Northwest
My Neighborhood News Network has partnered with the Verdant Health Commission to profile the work of local nonprofits it helps fund, which advance the health of our whole community. Local…
‘Protect our patients, our kids’: Education and nursing leaders protest in Lynnwood
Amidst the afternoon rush-hour traffic outside of the Lynnwood Event Center Tuesday, about 60 people gathered to protest against the shifts in federal policy following President Donald Trump’s inauguration. Members…
LETI to host International Women’s Day and health fair at Meadowdale HS March 8
The Lynnwood-based Latino Education and Training Institute (LETI) invites the public to its health fair in celebration of International Women’s Day at Meadowdale High School from 10 a.m. to 2…
Washington could exempt medical debt from credit reports
When Kristopher Shook was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer at age 42, his only concern was beating it, no matter the cost. As a result, he accumulated hundreds of thousands…
Sponsor spotlight: Local dentist helps uninsured adults
Dr. Sophon Heng D.D.S. caters to those people who don’t have dental insurance. His clinic provides comprehensive dental care exclusively to uninsured adults in a modern yet modest office in…
WA lawmakers light up plan for cigarette tax hike
Increasing taxes on cigarettes, cigars and vapor products could be on the buffet of revenue-raising options Washington lawmakers consider to erase a looming budget shortfall. Legislation discussed in the House…
Snohomish County Youth Suicide Prevention Taskforce hosts ‘You Are Not Alone’ event March 1
Snohomish County Human Services is inviting the community to attend the Youth Suicide Prevention Taskforce’s “You Are Not Alone” event on March 1 at Rosehill Community Center in Mukilteo. The…
Blood donations sought to offset winter weather cancellations
As winter weather continues to hit the Pacific Northwest, cancellation of blood drives and donor appointments continues to rise. According to Bloodworks Northwest, last week’s snow caused the cancellation of…
From WA State Department of Health: Winter weather tips to stay safe in freezing temperatures
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) urges residents to take precautions to stay safe this week as the state experiences the first serious cold snap this winter. The National…
WA state moves to ban known carcinogen in cosmetics; public comment invited
Washington’s Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act regulates many toxic chemicals in cosmetics, including formaldehyde. Under this law, the state’s Department of Ecology is now proposing a rule to restrict 28 additional formaldehyde-releasing…
High school students invited to compete in Youth Science Contest
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) invites high school students statewide to take part in the fourth annual Washington Tracking Network (WTN) Youth Science Contest. This competition gives students…
Cold weather causes steep drop in blood donations
Blood banks in Washington are urging residents to donate blood after available supplies reached alarming low levels in January, the Washington State Department of Health said in a news release….
Girls on the Run Snohomish County launches new season Feb. 7
Girls on the Run Snohomish County announced the launch of its new spring 2025 season. The nonprofit welcomes girls and gender-expansive youth in third to eight grade across Snohomish County…
Healthy Eating: Pableaux Johnson’s Monday Night Red Beans and Rice
Rice and beans are often made to bring good luck to the new year. In New Orleans, red beans and rice are cooked and consumed with fervor on Mondays. Spicy…
Verdant Health Commission announces 2025-2028 Strategic Plan with refined priorities
The Verdant Health Commission board at its Jan. 29 meeting voted to adopt a new 2025-2028 strategic plan. The plan “ensures a full range of acute hospital and outpatient services…
Sponsor spotlight: Local dentist helps uninsured adults
Dr. Sophon Heng D.D.S. caters to those people who don’t have dental insurance. His clinic provides comprehensive dental care exclusively to uninsured adults in a modern yet modest office in…
Vitamin C-packed recipes focus of Verdant Demo Kitchen class Jan. 29
Get ready to supercharge your immune system with vibrant, Vitamin C-packed recipes during a Verdant Health Commission-sponsored cooking class from 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29. During the free, interactive cooking…
Verdant offering in-person Art Journaling Workshop for all ages Jan. 25
All ages are invited to attend art journaling workshops from 10-11:30 a.m. on the fourth Saturday of each month with Heart Art Healing at the Verdant Community Wellness Center in…