Investigations 'Community navigators' bridge the healthcare gap for BIPOC groups In King County, public health ambassadors with cultural connections help break down patient/provider barriers. by Lizz Giordano / February 9, 2023
Equity Disability rights vs. snowy sidewalks: Seattle's annual conversation Sidewalk accessibility is a year-round problem for people with mobility issues — but snow and ice pose their own slew of difficulties. by Lizz Giordano / December 23, 2022
Equity Lummi Nation prioritizes tradition in new food assistance program Members of the nation in northwest WA now have more control over how culturally important foods — like locally caught salmon — are distributed. by Lizz Giordano InvestigateWest / December 14, 2022
Inside Cascade PBS How deaf-blind Seattle transit riders shared their stories with Crosscut Through interpreters and tactile sign language, they explain how changes to buses and the light rail affect daily life. by Lizz Giordano / December 14, 2021
Equity Why transit access can be unsafe for deaf and blind passengers New bus and train routes in Seattle are excellent news for some, but make life more complicated for those with limited sight and hearing. by Lizz Giordano / December 6, 2021
News Why so many Seattle sidewalks are in bad shape Tens of thousands of height irregularities and obstructions plague our sidewalk system. Who's responsible for fixing these problems? by Lizz Giordano / November 16, 2021
Equity How racism directly threatens our public health Research shows that the chronic stress of racism takes a toll on the body and leads to worse health outcomes. by Jen Dev / March 26, 2021
Equity How the demographics of clinical trials can hurt people of color Medical study participants tend to be white, educated, and wealthier than the general population. That has negative implications for research. by Jen Dev / March 19, 2021
Equity Diversity at U.S. medical schools has barely improved in 40 years Underrepresented groups still face numerous obstacles to access the medical field, including admissions practices and legislation. by Jen Dev / March 12, 2021
Equity Why diversity is important among WA doctors and health care providers For marginalized communities, a trusting relationship with their health care provider increases the likelihood of better outcomes. by Jen Dev / March 5, 2021