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Free, at-home COVID tests available in county

WEBPeople planning holiday gatherings can benefit from extra protection for themselves, their friends and family with free, at-home COVID tests available through …

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Okanogan County now offers centralized vaccination registry

WEBAll residents of Okanogan County can now register for a COVID-19 vaccination, even if they are not yet eligible to get vaccinated under state guidelines. …

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Local providers plan for vaccination boosters

WEBPhoto courtesy of Washington Department of Health/Seattle Times. Federal govt. issues guidance. This fall, adults vaccinated against COVID-19 may need to plan …

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County hospitals say they struggle to fill crucial jobs

WEBHospitals are trying a variety of solutions. Mid-Valley has been filling nursing and other posts with traveling staff, but that means significantly higher costs. …

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Confluence, Premera sign contract, keeping care “in network”

WEBThe two companies issued a joint press release on Sept. 17 announcing the contract, which “ensures there is no disruption for Premera members who receive care …

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Okanogan County stays in Phase 3 of recovery plan

WEBOkanogan County stays in Phase 3 of recovery plan. Restaurants, gyms and movie theaters in Okanogan County can continue to offer indoor dining and amenities at …

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Okanogan County residents have more health insurance options in …

WEBDeductibles for individuals range from $8,300 for bronze plans to $500 for gold plans, with out-of-pocket maximums from $8,550 to $5,250. For Methow Valley …

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Medical providers open practices in the valley

WEBTwo new health care providers have recently established practices in the Methow Valley. Kellie Moore Kellie Moore. Naturopathic physician Kellie Moore has …

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Mid-Valley Hospital names John White as new CEO

WEBJohn R. White. Mid-Valley Hospital in Omak has named new chief executive officer, John R. White, who was selected after a nationwide search. White has …

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New Confluence clinic doctor revels in rural setting

WEBApril 11, 2024 by Shelley Smith Jones. Photo courtesy of Robie Sterling Dr. Robie Sterling, who is new to Confluence Health’s Methow Valley Clinic in Winthrop, with partner Erin …

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Funding granted for local, regional mental health efforts

WEBBy Natalie Johnson. Two health organizations have recently been awarded funding to provide mental health services to residents in the region. Okanogan …

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State’s tribal members confront fentanyl crisis

WEBState tribes are calling on Gov. Jay Inslee to officially recognize the fentanyl epidemic as a crisis. Officials say he is working closely with the Biden Administration on …

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Okanogan County medical providers discussion vaccine hesitancy

WEBReasons for resistance to vaccinations vary. With nearly 50% of residents over 16 in Okanogan County vaccinated against COVID-19, the consensus among …

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Okanogan County releases zoning code update for public comment

WEBOkanogan County has updated sections of its zoning code dealing with water, permissible uses and lot sizes, and is soliciting public input on the revisions. The section …

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Wallace named Okanogan County health officer

WEBDecember 30, 2020 by Marcy Stamper. James Wallace, chief health officer of Family Health Centers, has been named health officer for the Okanogan County Public Health …

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Just in time for open enrollment — broker opens in Twisp

WEBThe Twisp office of Greene Insurance Services has been open for a couple of months, just in time for open enrollment periods for both Medicare and the …

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New naturopathic physician in Twisp – Methow Valley News

WEBJanuary 5, 2017 by Methow Valley News. Dr. Kayla Preece. Dr. Kayla Preece, a naturopathic physician, has established a new practice, Standing Pine Health Clinic, at …

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Liberty Bell Family Medicine’s direct care practice opens in Twisp

WEBDr. Kellar McCloy and his wife, Lauren, have opened a direct primary care practice, Liberty Bell Family Medicine, in Twisp. McCloy began his practice with a soft …

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Blue Heron Health Collective combines wellness options

WEBBlue Heron Health Collective combines wellness options. From left: Kelle Ronnefeldt, Kelsey Bourn, Kathleen Manseau and Jenna Rayachoti are the practitioners …

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