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Five things to know about trauma-informed practice | Public Health Insider
Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs, can help us understand how trauma works and how we can help people…
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State Parks announces two free days in April | Washington State Parks
The two days are April 20 and April 22.
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When treats become toxic: reducing harm from cannabis use | Public Health Insider
In 2017, the Washington Poison Center received 378 calls related to cannabis.
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Should I go to the ER if I have the flu? | Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department
The short answer is most people don’t need to go to the ER because of the flu.
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True strength has no limits
Covington resident Matt Kidd shares his story about kidney disease to help others during National Kidney Month.
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Flu activity surges, increasing demand on health care facilities | Department of Health
People in high risk groups, are very sick, or are worried about their illness should contact their health…
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What we can learn from Canada’s new food guidelines | MultiCare Health System
The age-old food pyramid is being done away with.
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Spring is coming, and so is baby bird season
Local songbird rehabilitation nonprofit Featherhaven is looking for volunteers this season.
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Caregiving film dives into dysfunctional family dynamics | Pierce County
The film will be shown at the Grand Cinema in Tacoma on March 9.
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Dr. Merrill says keep moving, no matter how you do it
Even regular walking can reduce the risks of physical and mental illnesses.
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Talk to a Doc: Cannabis use while pregnant and breastfeeding | Public Health Insider
Doctors are recommending women do not use marijuana, even lotions or edibles that contain little THC, while pregnant…