Video & transcript: COVID-19 media briefing
Dr. Eric Chow, Chief of Communicable Disease Epidemiology for Public Health – Seattle & King County, held a media briefing on March 8, 2023, to share information and take questions about where we...
View ArticleWorld TB Day 2023 is a reminder that TB is a global and local problem
On World TB Day, March 24, 2023, it is important to remember that TB is not just a problem overseas. The post World TB Day 2023 is a reminder that TB is a global and local problem appeared first on...
View ArticleJoint statement on regional healthcare facilities’ masking requirement
Public Health - Seattle & King County fully supports the decision by many healthcare organizations in our region to require masking in their facilities to decrease the ongoing risk of COVID-19. The...
View ArticleVending machines dispense critical tools for preventing overdose
In April 2022, Public Health worked with a local community organization, Peer Washington that operates Peer Seattle and Peer Kent to place vending machines at their sites to provide access to free,...
View ArticleQ & A on recent Klebsiella outbreak at Virginia Mason Medical Center
Klebsiella is a bacteria that can lead to infections in hospital settings. We sat down with public health experts to answer some common questions about a recent outbreak and what the public needs to...
View ArticleWe’ve updated our COVID-19 vaccination outcomes data
We've updated our COVID-19 data dashboards. Our goal is to make it easier for people to find and understand the current data on Outcomes by Vaccination Status. The post We’ve updated our COVID-19...
View ArticleThird Year Anniversary of Con Confianza y En Comunidad!
Con Confianza y En Comunidad celebrates their 3rd year anniversary: Learn more about how the Latinx Community Response Team responded to the COVID-19 pandemic and how they’ve evolved to serve the needs...
View ArticleNew case of measles in King County
Public Health - Seattle & King County is investigating a confirmed measles case in a child. People who were at Aki Kurose Middle School, Pike Place Market, World Market, and HopeCentral Pediatrics...
View ArticleCommemorate Gun Violence Awareness Day June 2, 2023
In honor of National Gun Violence Awareness Day this June 2, 2023, Public Health – Seattle & King County’s Regional Gun Violence program is partnering with community organizations to host gun...
View ArticleMonday is last day for free COVID-19 vaccinations at Auburn Outlet Mall
Free COVID-19 vaccinations for all ages will be available Friday, June 9 through Monday, June 12 at this site, no appointment needed. This is a great opportunity to get caught up with the bivalent...
View ArticleAn mpox update: Why a second vaccination is important now
Mpox—previously known as monkeypox—hasn’t made headlines lately like it did last summer, but new cases have been reported in the United States, including right here in King County. Unvaccinated people...
View ArticleHonoring Juneteenth
In the coming days King County will honor Juneteenth as an opportunity to shine a light on the power of our Black community’s health, strength, resiliency and beauty. The post Honoring Juneteenth...
View ArticleSummer vacation is here at last! – How to keep outdoor fun safe
For many families, the end of the school year can mean heading to the water, hopping on a bike, or playing at a nearby playground. While you’re enjoying these summer activities, there are some things...
View ArticleJoin the King County Board of Health!
The King County Board of Health is currently considering applications for membership for two vacant positions to join the Board in 2024. The vacancies are for one community stakeholder position and...
View ArticleStay ahead of the class: Ways to get your family caught up on vaccinations...
Now’s the perfect time to make sure your child has the vaccinations they’ll need to start the new school year off without a hitch. Not only are vaccines required for school and childcare, they’re also...
View ArticleEnding the HIV Epidemic: King County’s New Heroes Award
King County is entering the fourth year of implementing the End HIV Epidemic Plan (EHE). The EHE team and community partners have made rapid and remarkable progress, implementing over 25 strategies. To...
View ArticleAn update on COVID-19: Q&A with Dr. Eric Chow, Chief of Communicable Disease...
You may have heard reports recently of increases in cases of COVID-19 in many parts of the U.S. We talked with Public Health’s Chief of Communicable Disease Epidemiology, Dr. Eric Chow, about what’s...
View ArticleNew case of Hantavirus reported in King County
Hantavirus can cause a rare but deadly disease called Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS). In Washington state, hantavirus is spread by deer mice. Public Health is currently investigating a case in a...
View ArticleRegional healthcare organizations adopt guidelines for masking as respiratory...
Public Health – Seattle & King County supports the data-informed decision by healthcare organizations to require masking in their facilities when thresholds for increased respiratory illness...
View ArticleTB EVALUATION AT KENTRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
Public Health – Seattle & King County is following up on the report of a Kentridge High School community member who was diagnosed with active tuberculosis (TB). Public Health is working with Kent...
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