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The Seattle/King County Free Health Clinic Returns to Seattle Center This Month

The Seattle/King County Clinic is returning to Seattle Center from April 23–26, 2026, offering the community free dental, vision, and medical care. This four-day event is the largest community-driven free health clinic of its kind in the United States, made possible by Seattle Center, Seattle Center Foundation, and thousands of volunteers.

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Unbound Health and Wellness: MarcusAllen Wells on Cultivating Community Through Vulnerability and Consistency

MarcusAllen Wells, a co-founder of Unbound Health and Wellness, recently joined host Trae Holiday on “The Day With Trae” to discuss his fresh, holistic perspective on the fitness industry in the Pacific Northwest. His journey into the wellness space was shaped by his experiences as an inner-city athlete and the personal challenges he faced after an injury.

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From Resilience to Wellness: Jordan Daisy’s Journey with Unbound Health and Wellness

Jordan Daisy, a co-founder of Unbound Health and Wellness and a published author, recently joined host Trae Holiday on “The Day With Trae.” Daisy discussed his 14-year prison sentence and how he viewed his incarceration as a period of intense preparation and growth centering fitness and wellness.

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Trae Holiday Reports: Making Sense of Colon Cancer, Screening, and Community Wellness

By Trae Holiday - On March 7th, 2026, the YMCA of Greater Seattle and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (Fred Hutch) partnered on a family friendly event to share information on colon cancer screenings. The statistics show that colon cancer impacts communities of the global majority in large numbers.

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Tubman Health Center: Healthcare Designed For The People, By The People

The Tubman Health Center for Health and Freedom, a community organization dedicated to addressing health and wellness through a clinic and systemic approach, is revolutionizing healthcare. Tubman Health is a multifaceted healthcare system designed specifically to meet the needs of underserved communities and advance health justice through preventative and primary care, political education, advocacy, and community-driven research. 

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Navigating Health Coverage: A Comprehensive Look at the Washington Health Benefits Exchange on The Big O Show

On a recent episode of "The Big O Show," The Big O interviewed Manny Santiago, the Chief of Equity and Community Partnerships for Washington Health Benefit Exchange, to provide essential updates and information about health insurance options in the state. The discussion emphasized the importance of applying for coverage, despite the perception that navigating health insurance can be a daunting maze.

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Navigating the Seasons of Life: Understanding Reproductive Mental Health with Kyla Care Therapy

Lyndsey Williams, a licensed clinical social worker and founder of Kyla Care Therapy, joined host Trae Holiday on "The Day with Trae" to delve into the crucial, yet often overlooked, area of reproductive mental health. Williams explained that her specialty, reproductive mental health, is comprehensive, covering everything from period to perimenopause.

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Culturally Responsive Healing: How Northwest Credible Messenger is Transforming Behavioral Health

Last week on The Day with Trae, guest host Omari Salisbury sat down with Dr. Jason Clark, Executive Director of Northwest Credible Messenger, to discuss the organization's groundbreaking work in community building and behavioral health. Northwest Credible Messenger is, above all, dedicated to promoting healing and wellness within the Black and brown communities, Clark said.

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SpoonFed Training: Celebrating a Decade of Fitness, Family, and Community

SpoonFed Training recently passed a monumental milestone, celebrating its 10-year anniversary with the grand opening of a new gym in Tukwila. This event signified a new chapter for the fitness center after outgrowing its previous location, and brought together SpoonFed’s dedicated community, who shared their love and appreciation for the organization's profound impact on the Black community.

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Redeemed Wellness Center: A New Era of Culturally Responsive Healthcare in the South End

Dr. Jacquelyn Boles, founder of Redeemed Wellness Center, recently sat down with Trae Holiday on The Day with Trae to share her inspiring mission and career in the healthcare industry. The center in Renton, which recently celebrated its soft grand opening, aims to fill a critical void in culturally responsive healthcare, particularly in Seattle’s South End.

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The Healing Power of Yuan Ming: Heru TchaasAmen On Repairing and Uplifting Community

In a recent interview on "The Day with Trae," Heru TchaasAmen, a Yuan Ming instructor who updated us on his latest achievement in his mastery of the traditional Chinese practice Qigong, shared his transformative journey in bringing ancient healing practices to the community. Sporting the motto “heal and uplift oneself to uplift others,” TchaasAmen’s dedication to his personal growth has profoundly impacted those around him.

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"Breathing Black Love" Series Focuses on Love in Upcoming Session

Earlier this week on a  "Magnificent Monday" episode of "The Day with Trae," host Trae Holiday welcomed back Heru to discuss the ongoing "Breathing Black Love" series at WOW Gallery. Heru shared updates on the series, highlighting its focus on healing and personal transformation.

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Tubman Health's Relational Medicine Model: A New Dawn in Community-Designed Healthcare

In a healthcare landscape often criticized for its top-down approaches and systemic inequities, a groundbreaking new model is emerging from the heart of South Seattle. The Tubman Center for Health & Freedom has officially unveiled its Relational Medicine Model (RMM), a revolutionary healthcare system co-created over five years with Black, Brown, LGBTQIA+, and other marginalized communities.

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Abundance Health LLC Spearheads Vital BIPOC Health and Wellness Event in Tacoma

East Side Community Center in Tacoma, Washington, buzzed with energy as it hosted the second annual BIPOC Health and Wellness Fair. This vital event, spearheaded by Tamica Gant, a registered nurse and owner of Abundance Health LLC, aimed to provide essential health and wellness services to King, Pierce, and surrounding counties, particularly the underserved East Side community of Tacoma.

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Cierra Sisters' New CEO Shayla Akande Continues Mother's Vision

Shayla Akande, the new CEO of Cierra Sisters, recently appeared on "The Day with Trae" to discuss her decision to lead the organization and its vital work in the community. Akande described her transition into the role as a "full surrender," explaining that she had submitted her own plans to a higher power years ago, recognizing that her personal journey was not entirely her own.

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