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This 90-year-old Seattle woman hiked several snowy miles to get vaccinated against Covid

Fran Goldman, the 90-year-old great-grandmother who walked through nearly a foot of snow on February 14 to get a Covid-19 vaccination, has captured global attention and inspired awe.

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What UW is doing to confront racism in health care

Inequities have been forced into the light - if not exacerbated - by the coronavirus pandemic. Now, there's a new effort to combat racism within the healthcare system.

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Why Washington state's Phase Finder is not achieving vaccine equity

When it comes to Covid-19 vaccinations in Washington state, top health officials like to talk about how they’re making the rollout equitable. But data shows big disparities in vaccinations, and community groups are stepping up to fill the gaps.

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'The Separate and Unequal Health System' Highlighted By COVID-19

A South Los Angeles hospital has long provided for an underserved community where private insurance is scarce and chronic illnesses can flourish. And then came a devastating coronavirus surge.

Mile-long line of cars as drive-thru vaccination clinic opens for seniors in Sequim

Hundreds of elderly drivers put their cars in line way before dawn for the opening day of a first come, first serve drive-thru COVID vaccination clinic in Sequim, Washington. The scene provided a dramatic illustration of eagerness among many seniors to get the coveted shots. Hospitals in other medium-sized and smaller Washington communities that have opened vaccination appointment lines to all seniors in recent days report being swamped as well.

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'We're All Tired Of This': Health Care Workers In Seattle Prepare For Another Surge

Harborview Medical Center faced the country's initial swell of coronavirus cases. Now, health care workers there are offering advice to people facing the latest surge in COVID-19 patients.