2015

Applicants Sought for Kittitas County Public Hospital District No. 1 Board of Commissioners

HealthNews · Jan 6, 2015 ·

The Board of Commissioners for Kittitas County Public Hospital District No. 1 is seeking applicants for a vacant position. Kittitas County Public Hospital District No. 1 is the governing body for Kittitas […]

Vegetarian and Vegan Diets in Teens

Contributor Dr. Elise Herman Although still a minority, more people are exploring plant-based diets, including teens. If your teen has expressed interest in this, you may wonder if being a vegetarian […]

Pedestrian – Vehicle Accidents

Contributor Dr. Elise Herman Walking is a great way to exercise for adults and kids alike, but there is a concerning 11% increase in child and adolescent pedestrian fatalities in […]

Wildfire Smoke Exposure and Children

As climate change causes a longer and more severe wildfire season, exposure to wildfire smoke in children is an increasing problem. Wildfire smoke is felt to be more dangerous than typical air pollution and kids (especially those under 5 years) are more vulnerable for multiple reasons.

2023 Community Health Improvement Week

Dr. Martin and Robin Read share how their organizations are working together to make a healthier future for our county. This year, Community Health Improvement Week runs June 12 – […]

Vehicular Heat Stroke in Children

Contributor Dr. Elise Herman As summer approaches and the outdoor temperature increases, a danger looms for children- vehicular heatstroke (VHS), which is heat injury due to being in a hot car […]