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Long COVID stemmed from mild cases of COVID-19 in most people, according to a new multicountry study

Art Shotwell Jan. 5 2023 5 minutes read
While there are still far more questions than answers about long COVID-19, researchers are beginning to get a clearer picture of the health and economic consequences of the condition.

What to Know About Cellphone Radiation

Art Shotwell Jan. 5 2023 7 minutes read
ProPublica recently examined how the federal government, based on quarter-century-old standards, denies that cellphones pose any risks. This guide answers some of the most common questions people ask about cellphone radiation.

Police Blotter, December 23 - 29, 2022

Anacortes Police Jan. 2 2023 4 minutes read
Anacortes Police took 118 calls last week. Here are highlights from APD’s calls.

Guemes Island Ferry Public Open House Scheduled for January 3

Art Shotwell Dec. 30 2022 1 minute read
Skagit County Public Works is proposing adjustments to ferry fares in 2023. A consulting firm, KPFF Consulting Engineers, has been hired to provide services for a rate study for the Guemes Island Ferry system.

Medicare Keeps Spending More on COVID-19 Testing

Art Shotwell Dec. 30 2022 9 minutes read
Medicare’s COVID-19 testing costs reached over $2 billion in 2022. The growing costs concern some experts, who say financial incentives and a lack of regulation early in the pandemic led to fraud and overspending.

How to Evaluate a Nonprofit Before You Donate

Art Shotwell Dec. 28 2022 8 minutes read
It’s important to know that your charitable donation will be well spent and support the programs you care about. Here’s how to check on a nonprofit’s finances.

Police Blotter, December 16 - 22, 2022

Anacortes Police Dec. 28 2022 4 minutes read
Someone fired a single shot, apparently from a vehicle, into the front window of a business on 12th St, near O Ave. one night this week. 

Better sleep for kids starts with better sleep for parents – especially after holiday disruptions to routines

Art Shotwell Dec. 28 2022 6 minutes read
Sound sleep, for long enough every night, with consistent bed and wake-up times are critical for kids’ health. A child development expert suggests some overarching tips to help get you there.

Driving for the holiday? Prepare for more challenges from the weather

Art Shotwell Dec. 22 2022 2 minutes read
WSDOT crews have been working around the clock during the recent winter weather, but drivers should prepare for more difficult conditions if they are traveling for the holidays.

The Official Who Investigates Suspicious Deaths in Your Town May Be a Doctor — Or Not

Art Shotwell Dec. 20 2022 8 minutes read
Across the country, there are no consistent requirements for the officials who investigate suspicious and unexpected deaths. Some have no medical training, others are doctors trained in forensic pathology. Washington, California, Illinois, and Georgia are among the states that have recently attempted to make changes — with mixed success.

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