The face mask that could end the pandemic
Getting Americans masked up is a top priority for the Biden Administration.
Tri-Cities businesswoman reflects on her upbringing, race in the community
KENNEWICK, Wash. — With infectious energy and a positive attitude, entrepreneur Milli Banks-Boggan is a staple of the Tri-Cities. Born and raised in this community, Banks-Boggan says she was amongst the first Black insurance agents and real estate agents…
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Kadlec Regional Medical Center hosts COVID-19 vaccine clinic
RICHLAND, Wash. - In a vial designed to ward off COVID-19, healthcare workers find renewed hope and a sign that we're closer to putting the pandemic…
Regular exercise may slow postmenopausal bone loss
Although some bone loss is inevitable after menopause, developing a regular exercise routine can be useful in limiting that loss.
Yakima Valley Partners for Education combat food insecurity
YAKIMA, Wash. — The Yakima Valley Partners for Education (YVPE) received $34,000 in grants to combat increasing food insecurity in the region. A collective impact initiative of the Heritage University, the Yakima Valley Partners for Education will feed 90 families…
Hand sanitizer is hurting more children's eyes, some severely, study finds. Here's how to protect your kid
There were seven times more cases among children of eye exposure to hazardous chemicals in hand sanitizer between April 1 and August 24, 2020, a study found.
Study finds 60% of Americans don't know where or when to get a Covid-19 vaccine
About 6 in 10 Americans don't know when or where to get a coronavirus vaccine, according a survey released Friday from the Kaiser Family Foundation.
Tri-Cities Cancer Center hosts virtual cooking lessons
KENNEWICK, Wash. — The Tri-Cities Cancer Center announced that it'll host virtual, online cooking classes in 2021. They're beginning with a four-part meal prep class beginning in February that will teach participants about the properties of each ingredient and how…
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Pasco man, recovering from COVID-19, garners outpouring of support from community
PASCO, Wash. - It's been 56 days since Mike Welch, from Pasco, has been home. His daughter Amanda Welch said he started to feel ill before…
Texas doctor charged with stealing a vial of Covid-19 vaccine
A public health doctor in Texas has been charged with stealing a vial of Covid-19 vaccine, according to the Harris County District Attorney's Office.
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New list of local COVID vaccination sites: Where to get a shot + how to sign up
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- Washington state recently moved into a new vaccine phase, making COVID-19 vaccinations more widely available. Now we know where you can go to get one -- if you are eligible. PHASE FINDER: See if you're eligible for…
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Coronavirus was first reported in Washington a year ago today
KENNEWICK, Wash. — January 21, 2021 marks a full year since the first coronavirus case was reported in the United States. It all started when a man returned to Washington state after visiting Wuhan, China. Though the reality of the…
Florida tries to cut down on 'vaccine tourism' after vaccinating tens of thousands from out-of-state
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said the state's Covid-19 vaccines should only be administered to residents who live in the state either part-time or full-time in an attempt to cut down on "vaccine tourism."
Oregon Zoo welcomes three rare baby bats
PORTLAND, Oreg. — There's more to the Oregon Zoo than just amusement. It's a place where endangered and rare species are nurtured, cared for and preserved over time. Zookeepers are now tasked with raising three Rodrigues flying fox babies that…
Pasco driver uninjured in rollover crash
PASCO, Wash. - A driver in Pasco is uninjured after his car crashed upside down Thursday morning. The Pasco Police Department and Washington State Patrol were on scene at around 7:30 a.m., just minutes after the car veered off I-1-82…
Dr. Sanjay Gupta: The United States' one-year coronavirus checkup
We have entered the era of coronavirus anniversaries.
