For people experiencing opioid addiction, the first step toward recovery often begins in a moment of crisis. This may follow an overdose or arise during acute withdrawal. What comes next can determine whether someone remains safe enough to consider treatment. A new pilot program at MultiCare Deaconess Hospital is helping create that critical window of stability. Launched in…

Colorectal cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. in people under 50. Screening for colorectal cancer is recommended starting at age 45 for those with average risk. But no matter your age, it’s important not to ignore symptoms. When detected early, colorectal cancers are very treatable.