The sudden increase of COVID-19 cases in Yakima is straining resources there. Some patients are now being transferred to western Washington so they can get the critical care they need.
Ventilators are making headlines as severely ill COVID-19 patients are being put on the machines as a life-saving measure. But what is it about a ventilator that can help these patients? Dr.
A rash of vaping-related deaths and injuries has alarmed physicians and public health officials. Scientists and physicians are still discerning what may be multiple causes to the deaths and injuries.