Veterinary Expert
4 months ago
Preventing fleas, ticks and more from your pets this summer in Whatcom County

Pet owners can contact Whatcom Veterinary Hospital at (360) 384-0212 or visit whatcomvethospital.com for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Local Experts
4 months ago
Hot Days May Mean Ozone Issues: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe This Summer in Whatcom, Skagit counties

By making small changes to your daily habits—especially during hot, sunny weather—you can help reduce ozone pollution and protect both your health and the environment. Let’s all do our part to keep the air clean this summer!

Health and Wellness
4 months ago
Get up to date at upcoming free vaccine clinic in Bellingham

The vaccine clinic takes place from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Health and Wellness
4 months ago
State Dept. of Health announces Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning reports in Skagit Bay

The closure applies to all molluscan shellfish including clams, oysters, mussels, and scallops. 

Health and Wellness
4 months ago
Swimming advisory in place at Wildcat Cove in Larrabee State Park

Swimming in bacteria-ridden waters can be especially dangerous for children and people with chronic illnesses.

Health and Wellness
4 months ago
Whatcom County student vaccination rate fall below state average

State law requires students to be fully vaccinated against measles and at least 10 other diseases, though parents or guardians can claim exemptions for religious, medical or personal reasons.

Health and Wellness
4 months ago
CONTRIBUTED: Prepare in a Year – 2 Weeks Ready

The preparedness that gave you peace of mind to set off on vacation can do the same if you’re trapped at home due to a major disaster. The good news is it doesn’t take much to become prepared. Even to be on your own for two weeks, which could be how long it can take responders to reach you following a disaster.

Health and Wellness
4 months ago
Swimming advisory in place in Skagit County at Bay View State Park

The public is being advised to avoid any contact with water in the area until further notice.

Government
4 months ago
Washington state joins another multi-state lawsuit, focusing on health coverage rule

Brown and attorneys general from 19 other states are asking the court to stop the challenged portions of the rule before it takes effect on Aug. 25.

Health and Wellness
4 months ago
Paralytic shellfish poisoning detected near Birch Bay

Recreational harvesters are reminded to check the state’s shellfish closure map before they head out to dig.

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