Posts by Thomas Badem
Understanding What Asthma Is and How to Manage It
Asthma is a chronic lung disease that causes the airways to become sensitive and swell when irritated, making breathing difficult. Common symptoms include coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of…
Read MoreCoastal Family Health Center Expands Astoria Services with New Integrated Care Clinic
Coastal Family Health Center opened its newly expanded Astoria clinic on January 12, 2026. The $15.5 million investment brings a fully integrated health care model to better serve patients and…
Read MoreCervical cancer is preventable: Why screening and the HPV vaccine matter
More than 98% of cervical cancer cases are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), a group of more than 200 related viruses that affect men and women. When exposed to…
Read MoreSollus Northwest Family Medicine Residency Celebrates 10-Years of Bringing Doctors to the Yakima Valley
When a student graduates from medical school, they are doctors, but they still need additional hands-on training for their specialty. This training, known as a residency, takes place at hospitals…
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