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Last updated 4:37AM ET
November 21, 2009
November 21, 2009
Health
Health
"Under-Uninsured" Growing as Fast as Uninsured
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-19)
It's open enrollment season for many health insurance plans. Some workers are finding their health insurance deductibles and co-pays are going up. Some small businesses are no longer offering employee coverage at all. And that's impacting hospitals, according to Washington's Insurance Commissioner. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains:
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-19)
It's open enrollment season for many health insurance plans. Some workers are finding their health insurance deductibles and co-pays are going up. Some small businesses are no longer offering employee coverage at all. And that's impacting hospitals, according to Washington's Insurance Commissioner. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains:
H1N1 Tapering Off, Vaccine Still Scarce
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-18)
All signs show the outbreak of H1N1 flu is tapering off in western Washington. But, the virus is not going away, and neither is frustration over how scarce the vaccine is. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-18)
All signs show the outbreak of H1N1 flu is tapering off in western Washington. But, the virus is not going away, and neither is frustration over how scarce the vaccine is. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
If Spouse Gets Sick, Men More Likely to Leave
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-11)
There's new scientific evidence about a difference between the sexes. A Seattle researcher has found that when a major illness strikes, men tend to abandon their marriages more readily than women. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains:
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-11)
There's new scientific evidence about a difference between the sexes. A Seattle researcher has found that when a major illness strikes, men tend to abandon their marriages more readily than women. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains:
Congressional Delegation, Speaker Pelosi React to Health Care Legislation
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-10)
U.S. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi was in Seattle following this past weekend's landmark vote on health-care. KPLU health and science reporter Keith Seinfeld has more:
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-10)
U.S. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi was in Seattle following this past weekend's landmark vote on health-care. KPLU health and science reporter Keith Seinfeld has more:
Can State's Basic Health Be National Model?
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-09)
While members of Congress are trying to figure out how to help the so-called working poor afford health insurance, one state has a plan that's been doing just that. For two decades, Washington State has negotiated lower rates with insurance companies for those who can't afford the full premiums. And the U.S. Senate is now considering allowing all states to do the same. Keith Seinfeld of member station KPLU in Seattle checked to see how it's working.
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-09)
While members of Congress are trying to figure out how to help the so-called working poor afford health insurance, one state has a plan that's been doing just that. For two decades, Washington State has negotiated lower rates with insurance companies for those who can't afford the full premiums. And the U.S. Senate is now considering allowing all states to do the same. Keith Seinfeld of member station KPLU in Seattle checked to see how it's working.
HIV Testing, Counseling Rules May Change
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-03)
New rules could make HIV testing more widespread--by eliminating some requirements for counseling. The rules have been evolving as the stigma of HIV has been declining. The Washington state Board of Health is scheduled to vote Wednesday (Nov. 4th) on the revision. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld has the story:
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-03)
New rules could make HIV testing more widespread--by eliminating some requirements for counseling. The rules have been evolving as the stigma of HIV has been declining. The Washington state Board of Health is scheduled to vote Wednesday (Nov. 4th) on the revision. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld has the story:
Swine Flu Reaching New Peak
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-31)
In case you haven't noticed, there's been a dramatic increase in the amount of swine flu circulating in western Washington. There's no sign that the epidemic has reached a peak, yet. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-31)
In case you haven't noticed, there's been a dramatic increase in the amount of swine flu circulating in western Washington. There's no sign that the epidemic has reached a peak, yet. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Flu Vaccine For High-Risk, Low-Income
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-20)
Some people with the highest risk of serious illness from swine flu are also low-income. They may not have health insurance or easy access to the vaccine. So King County is opening four special vaccine clinics to serve them. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains:
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-20)
Some people with the highest risk of serious illness from swine flu are also low-income. They may not have health insurance or easy access to the vaccine. So King County is opening four special vaccine clinics to serve them. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains:
Swine Flu Starting To Hit Hard
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-20)
The resurgence of swine flu is underway in Washington. So far, it appears to be impacting teenagers and children more than adults. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-20)
The resurgence of swine flu is underway in Washington. So far, it appears to be impacting teenagers and children more than adults. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Swedish Breaks Ground on New Issaquah Hospital
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-13)
A new hospital is now under construction in the fast-growing town of Issaquah, east of Seattle. It'll be King County's first all-new hospital in a quarter century. More from KPLU health and science reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-13)
A new hospital is now under construction in the fast-growing town of Issaquah, east of Seattle. It'll be King County's first all-new hospital in a quarter century. More from KPLU health and science reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Vaccine for Swine Flu to Arrive Soon
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-02)
If you've managed to keep your kids free of swine flu so far, you have just a couple more weeks to hold out. The first vaccine shipments begin arriving next week. More details from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-02)
If you've managed to keep your kids free of swine flu so far, you have just a couple more weeks to hold out. The first vaccine shipments begin arriving next week. More details from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Swine Flu Vaccine Shipments On The Way
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-01)
If you're worried about getting swine flu, it looks like the first shipments of a vaccine to prevent it will arrive next week. Certain high priority groups will get the first batches. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld has more:
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-01)
If you're worried about getting swine flu, it looks like the first shipments of a vaccine to prevent it will arrive next week. Certain high priority groups will get the first batches. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld has more:
Co-ops and Group Health
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-21)
The national health-care debate has put a spotlight on Group Health Cooperative. Some leaders in the U.S. Senate have suggested health care cooperatives are the best way to expand insurance coverage and control costs. Group Health is happy for the attention. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-21)
The national health-care debate has put a spotlight on Group Health Cooperative. Some leaders in the U.S. Senate have suggested health care cooperatives are the best way to expand insurance coverage and control costs. Group Health is happy for the attention. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Have Swine Flu, Should I Call a Doctor? Maybe Not
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-13)
With swine flu numbers starting to rise again, health officials are asking the public not to over-react. Doctors and hospitals are concerned they could be overwhelmed by people seeking advice when they don't really need it. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains:
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-13)
With swine flu numbers starting to rise again, health officials are asking the public not to over-react. Doctors and hospitals are concerned they could be overwhelmed by people seeking advice when they don't really need it. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains:
Swine Flu Vaccine Could Be Major Help, If It Were Ready
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-10)
The vaccine against the H1N1 (swine) flu could virtually stop the epidemic in its tracks, if it were ready in time. That's according to a new study by Seattle researchers. But, it's likely the first wave of illness will sweep through schools before vaccine shipments arrive later in October. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-10)
The vaccine against the H1N1 (swine) flu could virtually stop the epidemic in its tracks, if it were ready in time. That's according to a new study by Seattle researchers. But, it's likely the first wave of illness will sweep through schools before vaccine shipments arrive later in October. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
What Babies' Brains Tell Us About the Human Mind
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-09)
Any new parent will tell you how amazing babies are. Well, scientists are finally catching up. They're confirming that babies are in fact doing things with their brains that previously were thought to come much later in development. One of the leading researchers is psychologist Alison Gopnik. She's speaking in Seattle [Wednesday night] and KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld talked to her about her new book, The Philosophical Baby:
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-09)
Any new parent will tell you how amazing babies are. Well, scientists are finally catching up. They're confirming that babies are in fact doing things with their brains that previously were thought to come much later in development. One of the leading researchers is psychologist Alison Gopnik. She's speaking in Seattle [Wednesday night] and KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld talked to her about her new book, The Philosophical Baby:
Bastyr Names New Dean
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-01)
Kenmore's Bastyr University has promoted a long-time professor and researcher to lead its premier program, the naturopathic medical school. More from KPLU education reporter Gary Davis.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-01)
Kenmore's Bastyr University has promoted a long-time professor and researcher to lead its premier program, the naturopathic medical school. More from KPLU education reporter Gary Davis.
Schools Prepare for Swine Flu
Seattle, WA
(2009-08-25)
The first day of school is right around the corner for thousands of students across Washington State. KPLU's Jennifer Wing reports that as students get back to work, so too will the H1N1 virus known as Swine Flu.
Seattle, WA
(2009-08-25)
The first day of school is right around the corner for thousands of students across Washington State. KPLU's Jennifer Wing reports that as students get back to work, so too will the H1N1 virus known as Swine Flu.
Rally for Seattle Children's Hospital
Seattle, WA
(2009-08-19)
Supporters of Seattle Children's Hospital rallied outside City Hall Wednesday. They're angry about a ruling that could prevent the hospital from expanding. KPLU's Gary Davis was there, and has the story.
Seattle, WA
(2009-08-19)
Supporters of Seattle Children's Hospital rallied outside City Hall Wednesday. They're angry about a ruling that could prevent the hospital from expanding. KPLU's Gary Davis was there, and has the story.
When The Doctor Calls And It's Good News
Seattle, WA
(2009-08-14)
When President Obama and other Democrats talk about changing the health care system, one phrase that comes up is "medical home." It's an attempt to reinvent primary care medicine and reward doctors who practice preventive care.
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