Women in strained marriages are more likely to feel depressed and suffer high blood pressure, obesity, and other signs of "metabolic syndrome," which includes a group of risk factors for heart disease, stroke, and diabetes, University of Utah have

Women with suspected coronary-artery disease who suffered from depression amassed up to 53 percent higher costs in cardiovascular health care in the five years after they were enrolled in an observational study and were assessed for "depressive" an

If you've ever had trouble finding your car keys, you understand what economic stimulus is all about.After searching unsuccessfully through every logical nook and cranny of your home, in desperation you begin to cast your eyes anywhere and You a

Spokane Valley-based State Bank Northwest's net income jumped to $652,000 last year, up 17 percent from $556,000 in 2007, while its loans, deposits, and assets all grew by double-digit percentages, according to year-end financial documents it has a

It sounds like a marriage made in heaven. On one side, there are people who are struggling with debt who can't qualify for lower rates from conventional lenders or credit card companies. On the other, are folks with money to invest who might like a

Horizon Credit Union reported a 23.5 percent dip in net income for 2008, but posted gains in deposits, loans, and total assets.The Spokane-based credit union reported 2008 net income of $3.6 million, compared with $4.7 million in 2007.Jeff in