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Isolated from the rest of Washington, the economy of tiny Point Roberts depends on B.C. traffic. What does a persistent slump mean for its future?

The Snohomish County disaster killed 43 residents in 2014. Today, geologists can better help people get out of harm’s way due to boosts in tech and funding.

Research shows that the chronic stress of racism takes a toll on the body and leads to worse health outcomes.

Medical study participants tend to be white, educated, and wealthier than the general population. That has negative implications for research.

Underrepresented groups still face numerous obstacles to access the medical field, including admissions practices and legislation.

For marginalized communities, a trusting relationship with their health care provider increases the likelihood of better outcomes.

Grouping Asian Americans together hide many disparities in health data.

Everyone has stories about the difficulty of navigating the health care system. We dive into some of them in our latest video series.

Over half a million people in the state need help communicating with their health care provider, and the number is growing.

Unchecked stereotypes can influence medical treatment, leading to dangerous consequences for Black patients.