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In the Mien community, Eastern and Western medicine go hand-in-hand

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If you don’t have health insurance, Farm Sirisisangpha can tell you where to apply. If you don’t feel well, she can tell you which doctor to go to. And if you don’t feel any

What do Asians need to know about hepatitis B?

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Research shows that as many as 2 million people in the country and 30,000 people in Washington state are living with chronic hepatitis B.

Alaskan woman to take her health work globally in Laos

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SITKA, Alaska (AP) — Sitkan Nancy Knapp describes the country of Laos as “a different world” from Alaska. However, she found some similarities in the delivery of healthcare to rural areas.

Editorial: A fond farewell to UW President Mark Emmert

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Next month, University of Washington (UW) President Mark Emmert will leave the UW to lead the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

Racial violence changes U.S. student and his school

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PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (AP) — Duong Nghe Ly cannot wait to begin his senior year at South Philadelphia High School.

Renton doctor Chang Shin champions free clinic, helps Korean community

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Dr. Chang Shin has a basic philosophy that drives his dedication to serving others. “After age 50, you have learned something from society and you should try to return it.”

Japan takes Little League WS title

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SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP) — The Little League aces from Japan ended the United States’ five-year reign as World Series champions.

Phyllis Wise, first Asian American president of the UW, maintains a passion for science

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“I was always interested in biology. I can’t remember a time when I wasn’t.”

Editorial: Asian and Jewish communities exemplify the meaning of collaboration

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This week, we are happy to report that the Asian Pacific Islander Coalition of King County (APIC) and the American Jewish Committee (AJC)