September 4, 2017, 6:30am Clark County Health
Pregnant with twins, Heather and Jason Fuller knew they would likely be welcoming their babies before their due date. Twins, Jason said, often arrive a couple of weeks early. Read story
September 3, 2017, 6:05am Clark County Health
Vancouver’s two hospitals are spending about $10 million less each year on medical care for those who can’t pay — a result of the Affordable Care Act provisions that required everyone to have health insurance and expanded the Medicaid program. Read story
September 1, 2017, 2:38pm Clark County News
The Southwest Clean Air Agency has issued an air pollution advisory in advance of predicted hot weather and the return of wildfire smoke and stagnant conditions. The agency is issuing the advisory for wildfire smoke throughout the region and elevated ground-level ozone in Vancouver. Air quality… Read story
August 30, 2017, 12:17pm Clark County Health
Paul Reed, owner of Bridge Chiropractic, is offering a free dinner event for people interested in improving their health. Reed, a nationally known natural health and wellness expert and Vancouver native, will discuss various alternative health care options and offer tips for decreasing body fat, increasing energy, lowering cholesterol and… Read story
August 29, 2017, 3:57pm Clark County Health
The Vancouver Clinic is hosting a REACH workshop for those looking to lose weight and become healthier. The REACH (Refine Eating and Activity to Change your Health) workshop is 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 9 at The Vancouver Clinic office at 700 N.E. 87th Ave. The class is $25. Read story
August 24, 2017, 6:00am Breast Cancer
A breast cancer diagnosis can mean months of tests, uncertainty, chemotherapy, radiation and surgical procedures. How do those who receive the diagnosis endure what follows? Read story
August 21, 2017, 6:00am Clark County Health
As summer comes to an end, health officials are urging parents to make sure their children’s immunizations are up-to-date before the new school year begins. Read story
August 18, 2017, 5:42pm Business
PeaceHealth is laying off 30 medical coders and will contract with a Texas-based company for the services. Read story
August 18, 2017, 1:56pm Clark County Health
Some of the eclipse glasses sold at Vancouver Eye Care locations across Clark County may not be safe to use. The eye clinics sold the glasses to patients and community members. One batch of glasses sold — Soluna and Sun Catcher brands — meet safety standards. The second batch, however,… Read story
August 18, 2017, 9:45am Clark County News
Organizers have canceled the 2017 Vancouver USA Marathon, due to low pre-registration numbers. Read story