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Saturday, October 10, 2026

Health Minute: Extra Toll Epilepsy Takes On Women

Today is known as “Purple Day.” A time to raise awareness for epilepsy. More than one million U.S. women of childbearing age are living with this neurological condition, and experts say they face hidden health risks because of it. In today’s Health Minute, Mandy Gaither explains the extra toll epilepsy takes on young women.

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Podcast: Fat’s Chicken & Waffles Owner Erika White on Family, Food...

In this episode of the Seattle Medium's Rhythm News Podcast, host Christopher B. Bennett sits down with Erika White, owner of Fat's Chicken & Waffles, to discuss her family roots, Southern-inspired menu and commitment to community. The Central District eatery is this week's featured restaurant in the Pack the House campaign supporting Black-owned businesses.