Equity
Washington patients fear losing access to care as hospitals merge
A bill calls for state review of consolidation, as abortions and gender-affirming procedures could be cut by religiously affiliated health systems.
A bill calls for state review of consolidation, as abortions and gender-affirming procedures could be cut by religiously affiliated health systems.
Seventeen months after the Supreme Court decision, clinics and patients continue to face a maze of legal restrictions that differ from state to state.
A Northwest coalition argues the law violates freedom of speech and travel, and could set a precedent for more widespread policing in other states.
'Historic' state budget funding will go toward medical personnel, new provider training, clinic security and other resources.
After the Supreme Court blocked new restrictions on mifepristone, next steps in Washington state are confusing and complicated.