From Chairs to Cognitive Health: Small Daily Signals That Reveal Bigger Wellness Trends
What does a chair have to do with quality of life? More than you might think. Research published in Calcified Tissue International suggests that something as simple as how easily an older adult can rise from a
About Those Ballots…
A special edition of the Northwest Politicast takes a deeper look at the box of ballots reportedly found near a dumpster in Renton and later handed over to the Washington State Republican Party, a case that is
Loneliness, Dogs, and the Surprising Science of Connection
Loneliness is often thought of as simply being alone-but research suggests it’s far more complex. A study from Cornell University, published in JAMA Network Open, reveals that the feeling of loneliness-not just physical isolation-can have serious health
Sleep Divorce, Cancer Risks, and Online Spending: Small Choices, Big Impacts
More couples are choosing to sleep apart-a trend often called a “sleep divorce.” While it may sound alarming, behavioral sleep specialists say it’s increasingly common and often beneficial. Differences in work schedules, snoring, or mismatched sleep patterns—like
From Newborn Beats to Gaming Docs: Surprising Science on Rhythm, Laughter, and Learning
A growing body of research suggests that some human abilities begin far earlier-and evolve in more unexpected ways-than previously thought. Three recent studies highlight how rhythm, humor, and even video games can shape our lives from infancy
Diet, Stress, and Substance Use Linked to Cognitive Decline Across Ages
New research is shedding light on how everyday factors-from diet to financial stress to substance use-may influence cognitive health at different stages of life. A study published in Neurology of Aging reports that men with high sodium
Sheriff Certification Fight Heads to Thurston County
A legal challenge to Washington’s new sheriff certification law is moving forward, but in a different courtroom. Jeff breaks down why a judge in Pend Oreille County transferred the case to Thurston County without ruling on the
Turn Down the Volume and Turn Up the Benefits of Exercise
Step into almost any gym class and you’ll likely be met with pounding music designed to energize the room. But does louder music actually push people to work harder? According to a study published in the Journal
New Research Eases Fluoride Fears, While Experts Share Everyday Health Tips
Concerns about fluoride in drinking water harming brain health or lowering IQ may be overstated. A long-term study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences tracked thousands of Americans from their teenage years in
Small Daily Habits May Offer a Boost to Mood and Health
Sometimes there’s nothing quite like a hot cup of coffee to start the day-and new research suggests it might do more than just wake you up. Scientists at Fudan University in China say small amounts of caffeine