Health

Researchers say up to a third of Americans are not getting the proper sleep their bodies and brains need. The CDC say it's a national public health problem , and in the opinion of one expert, "it's essentially another pandemic." Susan Harris is a nurse and sleep expert with University of Nebraska Extension ...

Food industry representatives spoke with the President over the weekend, as the U.S. grocery supply chain seeks to keep up with crisis demands. President Trump urged consumers to "chill," saying, "You don’t have to buy so much. Take it easy. Just ...

COVID-19 is dominating the news cycle here in the Northwest and nationally. But, what does coronavirus mean for farmers and ranchers, as well as the animals they work with every day? Dr. Gail Golab, Chief Veterinary Officer for the American Veterinary Medical Association, says there are four different types of coronavirus ...

World Ag Expo is set to host attendees and exhibitors from across the country and around the world later this month.  And now they will also prepare to guard against the coronavirus.  Show officials are working with local, state and federal officials to monitor the situation and develop a plan on the show grounds.   ...

The rapidly spreading Coronavirus is raising fears of an impact on China’s ability to implement its Phase One trade deal with the U.S.  But trade analysts in agriculture and other sectors aren’t too concerned.  American Farm Bureau Federation trade adviser Dave Salmonsen said the Phase One deal with China worth close to $40-billion a year in, won’t take effect until February 14th.   “That doesn’t

A market research study claims the plant-based protein market will be worth an estimated $40 billion by 2025.  MarketsandMarkets said the sector is driven by the rising demand for so-called plant-based meat and healthy food products. Currently, the plant-based protein market is estimated at $18.5 bi...

When you heads outdoors this time of year, you need to watch for nasty little hitchhikers.  Dr. Amanda Bachmann said ticks are very active in the spring.   “The newly hatched ticks are hungry.  The adult ticks are hungry, and if you are out there in tall grassy areas or the woods or whatever those ticks are looking for somebody to feed on and they are going to find you, so it is important to be pr

With the flu still raging across the country, some experts are urging people to wash their hands and do it right.       If you have a story idea for the Washington Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekradio.com...

The USDA's Gary Crawford has tips on dropping those unwanted holiday pounds safely and effectively.       If you have a story idea for the Washington Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekradio.com...

With Memorial Day weekend here, many plans across the Inland Northwest include a meal or two outdoors.  But, before you enjoy sunshine and friends with your meal, the Washington Department of Health is reminding you of the threat of food borne illnesses.  Su...