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New infection-resistant, 3-D printed metal implants and the science power couple behind them

More than 100,000 patients with metal joint replacement implants get infections a year, and about half of them will need revision surgeries. These infections can be life threatening. A new infection resistant, 3-D printed metal alloy implant could drastically reduce this number.
Natalie Akane Newcomb
Government

Advocates call on Congress to fully fund food program for mothers and babies
Ruby de Luna
Health

Making space for grief during the holidays

The holidays can be exciting and fun, but they're also full of expectations. And for many, it's a time that can come with heavy emotions, including grief. Dr. Megan Shen from Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center talks about ways to get through the holidays and make time for grief.
Patricia Murphy

Jennie Cecil Moore
Health

Hundreds of patients receive threatening emails after Fred Hutch cyberattack

Hundreds of people who have been patients at Seattle’s Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center have received threatening emails following a cyberattack on the institution’s networks in November.
Kate Walters
Health

Bloodworks NW removes barriers for gay, bisexual donors

Starting this week, gay and bisexual men in the Pacific Northwest have more freedom to donate blood than they have had since 1985.
Paige Browning
Health

Former UW Medicine fertility doctor accused of using his sperm to inseminate California patient

UW Medicine notified IVF patients that a former physician is facing allegations he artificially inseminated a patient with his own sperm.
Diana Opong
Health

Hackers break into Fred Hutch computer network, patients warned to watch accounts

The cancer center says it detected unauthorized activity Nov. 19. It's now telling patients to monitor their bank statements and credit reports.
Paige Browning
Burien approves homeless hut shelter after months of debate

The Burien City Council this week accepted a $1 million offer from King County to open a pallet shelter near downtown. The council accepted the money hours before a midnight deadline, after first being offered the money months ago.
Casey Martin
Health

Rosalynn Carter left a legacy of mental health journalism, including at KUOW

The late Rosalynn Carter was a fierce advocate for mental health. A program she founded at the Carter Center provides resources and support to help journalists improve their coverage of mental health and mental illnesses. KUOW's Deborah Wang and Liz Jones were two of the program's fellows.
Deborah Wang

Liz Jones
Science

Want some good news? King County streams are getting healthier

Several 20-year long studies show that King County streams have fewer pollutants compared to previous samples, despite a population boom. In one study, a quarter of sites improved in water quality while only 3% declined in health.
Natalie Akane Newcomb

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