When the rains set in around the Pacific Northwest, wild mushroom hunters head to the woods searching for elusive morsels popping out of the forest floor. Believe it or not, without bacteria and fungi, nothing on … Read More
According to genetic studies, the modern apple is descended from small, green, astringent wild apples in Kazakhstan. Apple trees are propagated through grafting branches onto preferred rootstock rather than by planting a favorite apple seed … Read More
Protecting yourself and others by staying healthy during COVID-19 is on everyone’s mind but don’t forget to protect your identity! Fraudsters take advantage of opportunities like COVID-19 to set new traps with fake offers or … Read More
Are you turning 65 or beginning to plan your retirement? You may be wondering what Medicare options are the best for you. Our SHIBA (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors) volunteers, trained by the WA State … Read More
In partnership with Skagit Public Health, Island Hospital is prepared to care for both the coronavirus and influenza patients. The recent focus on the coronavirus patient in Everett – the only such person in the … Read More
The Department of Emergency Management is warning that there is a significant amount of snow expected this evening through Wednesday, January 15. Winter storms and cold weather can be dangerous. However, if you are prepared … Read More
In times of injury or illness, it can be difficult to decide which level of medical care one needs. Unless there is a life-threatening emergency, it is recommended that care starts with your personal clinic. … Read More
Wildfire season is fast approaching! Smoke from wildfires impacts local air quality and can cause health effects, especially for individuals with pre-existing health issues and others especially sensitive to smoke pollution. Every year there are … Read More
Speech and language disorders are evaluated and treated by speech-language pathologists. Island Hospital currently has two pediatric speech-language pathologists accepting new clients – Dr. Linda Newman-Kennedy and Traci Cruz. Speech is the ability to produce … Read More
The Pacific Northwest is now seeing people who have contracted measles, a highly contagious disease. If you believe that you or a loved one may have been infected, contact your primary-care provider to determine next steps. If you need … Read More
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