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Eight new local covid cases reported in past month

WEBThere have been eight new cases of COVID-19 reported in local towns since Dec. 7. Since new cases have declined in recent weeks, Grant County Health District …

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Free, rapid, home Covid tests offered in Okanogan, Lincoln counties

WEBTest kits soon will also be available for pickup at. Okanogan County Public Health, 1234 Second Ave South, Okanogan, currently open Monday through Friday …

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Health District says COVID rising

WEBGrant County Health District says COVID has been ticking up for weeks, and annual immunizations will likely be necessary, just like the flu. Luckily, new vaccines …

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Vaccines coming to GCD area

WEBWith the approval of federal health care authorities for two vaccines, some local frontline workers were inoculated against the virus that causes COVID-19 this …

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CMC adapts to surging cases, testing demand

WEBA 1,000%-plus surge in demand for covid testing, brought on by burgeoning cases nearby and across the country, is forcing the local hospital to adapt its operations. …

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Updated: Free Covid testing to be offered across county this month

WEBOkanogan County Public Health will be offering FREE COVID-19 testing throughout Okanogan County starting August 13, through the month for all residents of …

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Mental health important during coronavirus pandemic

WEBThe coronavirus pandemic comes along with various types of stress for various types of people, including anxiety about health, the economy, and the future of …

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Respiratory virus season is here

WEBGrant County Health Officer Dr. Alexander Brzezny alert the Grant County media and healthcare community last week that the 2023/2024 respiratory virus season …

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A message from Grant County Health District

WEBWe need everyone to do their part to slow the spread and flatten the curve to ensure our healthcare facilities are not overwhelmed. Each personal decision we …

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14 more Grant County COVID-19 deaths announced

WEBFourteen more COVID-19 deaths have been announced in Grant County as cases surge. Grant County Health District announced the 14 additional deaths on Jan. …

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District releases Grant County Community Health Assessment

WEBGrant County Health District (GCHD) released its 2023/2024 Grant County Community Health Assessment (CHA) last week, with a a comprehensive look at the …

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People depend more on local pharmacies for medical information

WEBWhile the coronavirus clobbered many businesses, pharmacies were not among them. In fact, since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a …

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Students to research with health district

WEBThe Grant County Health District will partner with two University of Washington students on public health research. The students, both studying for their …

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Taking action on the maternal health crisis

WEBIn 2022, the White House rolled out a first-of-its-kind Blueprint for Addressing the Maternal Health Crisis, with promises to moms and families across the country to do …

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Child mental health gets attention

WEBIn the wake of the pandemic, Seattle Children’s Hospital reports an increasing number of children need outpatient mental health treatment, but not enough …

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Omak Stampede linked to cluster of COVID-19 cases

WEBAttendees of the Omak Stampede are urged to watch for symptoms of COVID-19 after an outbreak was announced in an Aug. 25 press release from …

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New Medicare benefits will help millions

WEBNew Medicare benefits will help millions. Last updated 1/10/2024 at 12:40pm. My name is Priya Helweg, and I am the US Department of Health and Human …

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About Coulee Medical Center…

WEBThere have been several articles in the newspaper lately about Coulee Medical Center, and I feel it is time for me to voice my concerns. We all are expected to …

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UW students learn rural medicine in Grand Coulee

WEBCMC has hosted five students in the program, including four currently active in it. Dr. John McCarthy, an assistant UW dean in the WWAMI program, based in …

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You, viruses and the atmosphere

WEBGiven the current threat of the Novel Coronavirus and its potential effect on humanity, I thought I’d write about viruses in general. I’ll address the fact that viruses are …

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3 savvy ways to simplify breakfast

WEB(Family Features) While it is widely known that starting your day with a balanced, nutritious breakfast can have a positive impact on overall health, it may be …

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