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Group Health launches its own ‘Walk and Talk,’ which starts Friday
Not to be confused with WABI Burien’s “Walk-n-Talk,” Burien’s Group Health Cooperative is launching its own “Walk and Talk” this Friday, May 3 from 11:30 a.m. – 1... [Read more]
Eyesight improving for Brian Aston, but a new diagnosis: MS; fundraiser May 3
by Mark Neuman Readers will recall Brian Aston, a Friend of the Blog and area resident, who we have written about several times in the recent years. Brian quite suddenly lost almost all of his vision about... [Read more]
Burien’s Highline Medical Center officially joins Franciscan Health Systems
Highline Medical Center in Burien is now part of the Franciscan Health System, becoming the sixth hospital in the Franciscan organization. “Highline’s affiliation with Franciscan creates opportunities... [Read more]
Sponsored PostSouth Seattle Radiation Oncologist Brings Expertise, Personal Story to Fighting Cancer
South Seattle Radiation Oncologist James Brashears III, MD, is bringing expertise, along with his own personal story, to the fight against cancer. “The first time I meet with my patients, my role is... [Read more]
SAVE THE DATE: City of Burien Holding Blood Drive on Wednesday, April 3
The City of Burien will be holding a blood drive in the multipurpose room of the Burien City Hall/Library on Wednesday, April 3, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. To set up an appointment, call or email Kathy Wetherbee... [Read more]
Sponsored PostTown Square Dentistry: So Good, Patients Come from Near & Far…REALLY FAR!
Welcome back renewing Advertiser Town Square Dentistry, a state-of-the-art dental practice right here in Burien! You’ve seen their friendly faces here on the Blog, and learned about their many services... [Read more]
Sponsored PostRainier Cancer Center Provides State of the Art Cancer Treatments Close to Home
You hear the fateful word “Cancer.” Among the myriad of emotions and thoughts surrounding this diagnosis, one of the first things you may ask yourself is “What do I do next?” And... [Read more]
Sponsored PostMarch is Colon Cancer Awareness Month & Burien Digestive Health Can Help
MARCH IS COLON CANCER AWARENESS MONTH and Advertiser Burien Digestive Health Center wants our Readers to know about “Easy Access” colon cancer screening: You know you need to do it! Now it’s... [Read more]
Students at Highline High School Rallied for Healthier Hearts by Holding ‘Red Out’
Highline High School turned RED on Dec. 14, when Pirate fans held their second annual “Red Out” in the spirit of raising awareness about heart disease – our nation’s No. 1 killer – as well as... [Read more]
Highline Medical Center Neurosurgeon Dr. Michael Schlitt Urges Walking
EDITOR’S NOTE: From our friends at WABI Burien comes this update from Sunday’s ‘Walk-n-Talk with a Doc’: Walkers poured in today to the first floor meeting room at the Burien Library/City... [Read more]
Help Burien-Based Community Organizer Joshua Watler at Benefit Jan. 5
Burien-based community organizer Joshua Watler (pictured above, left) is suffering from a very aggressive form of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), with his only chance of survival being a “risky... [Read more]
REMINDER: Donors Needed for City of Burien’s Blood Drive this Friday, Dec. 14
REMINDER: The City of Burien will be holding a Blood Drive at City Hall this Friday, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., and they’re looking for Donors. “The Blood Center will serve 50% fewer... [Read more]
Free Flu Shots to be Given at Health Fair at Community Center this Saturday
Free flu shots will be provided at an upcoming health fair this Saturday, Nov. 10, from Noon – 2 p.m. at the Burien Community Center, 14700 6th Ave SW. This special event is sponsored by UnitedHealthcare... [Read more]
Sponsored PostAdvertiser Highline Medical Center Receives Distinction in Stroke Care
Advertiser Highline Medical Center recently received certification as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission, an independent organization that accredits and certifies healthcare programs throughout... [Read more]
Sponsored PostHighline Medical Center Offering ‘Oh My Aching Back!’ Seminar Nov. 1
Advertiser Highline Medical Center will be offering a free ‘Oh My Aching Back!’ seminar on Thursday, Nov. 1 at their campus in Burien. “Are you suffering from back pain?” reads... [Read more]
Breast Cancer 101 Awareness Event is this Thursday in Tukwila
A seminar called ‘Breast Cancer 101: How to catch it, How to treat it, How to beat it!’ will be held Thursday, Oct. 11 from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. at the Rainier Cancer Center in Tukwila…
Fundraiser for Crohn’s Disease will be Sept. 21 at Good Time Ernie’s
A fundraiser for Crohn’s Disease will be held at Good Time Ernie’s (a BTB Advertiser) on Friday, Sept. 21, with all proceeds from the night going to “Team Lovey,” a group that... [Read more]
Free Community Wellness Fair Coming to Burien Town Square Saturday, Sept. 15
The City of Burien’s annual free Community Wellness Fair will be Saturday, Sept. 15, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., at Burien Town Square. “Learn how to tune up your health from the experienced health-care... [Read more]
With Supplies Low, Volunteers Needed for Blood Drive Monday at St. Francis
Is it summer yet? Is summer over already? In the Northwest, those questions are often asked on the same day. But while weather may change minute to minute, some things are very predictable every summer... [Read more]
SAVE THE DATE: Burien’s Community Wellness Fair is Coming Sept. 15
SAVE THE DATE: Burien’s Community Wellness Fair will be held on Saturday, Sept. 15, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. in Burien Town Square. “This a fun and informative event, with free medical screenings,... [Read more]
Sponsored PostTime for Sports Physicals at Advertiser Pacific Clinic & Urgent Care
B-Town Advertiser Pacific Clinic and Urgent Care wants busy families to know that they offer easy walk-in Sports Physicals with no appointment necessary. In addition in offering this convenient service,... [Read more]
Puget Sound Blood Center Holding Blood Drive at Fred Meyer July 17
The Puget Sound Blood Center is asking for our Readers’ help. “Will you donate at the Fred Meyer Burien blood drive?” they said. ”We will be at their Parking Lot July 17th next... [Read more]
Burien’s Highline Medical Center to Team Up with Tacoma’s Franciscan Health
Highline Medical Center CEO Mark Benedum. Burien’s Highline Medical Center and Tacoma-based Franciscan Health System announced Wednesday (June 27) that they have agreed to explore a strategic affiliation. The... [Read more]
Burien Bartell Drugs Offering Low-Cost Whooping Cough Vaccines
King County Public Health announced Wednesday (June 13) that people without health insurance or who can’t afford to pay for whooping cough (pertussis) vaccine are now able to get it for a low-cost at... [Read more]







