Healthy Outlook

Lung cancer is among the most common cancers in the United States and it’s also the deadliest. Understanding your risk factors can help determine whether screening is right for you.

Flu season in the United States typically runs from October through May, and cases often peak between December and February. To protect yourself and your loved ones, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a few simple but important steps.

Measles cases are continuing to rise across Washington state, with 10 confirmed so far this year. Family medicine physician Jennifer Spence, MD, explains why falling vaccination rates are putting communities at risk — and what symptoms parents should look for in their children.