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September 25, 2023 at 11:51 PM

West Nile virus reported in humans and horses from four counties in Washington state

West Nile virus reported in humans and horses from four counties in Washington state West Nile Virus is carried by mosquitos For immediate release: Sept. 25, 2023                         (23-129) Contact: DOH Communications  West Nile virus repo…

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September 22, 2023 at 3:11 PM

September Public Health Spotlight

September Public Health Spotlight From the Office of the Secretary of Health September Public Health Spotlight From the Office of the Secretary of Health Mission: The Public Health Spotlight promotes the work of community health leaders and researchers …

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September 21, 2023 at 5:11 PM

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health You are subscribed to Jobs at DOH alerts for Washington State Department of Health. To reply to this message, email [email protected].  New job postings at Department of Health: Administrative Assistant 3 - Environmental Public Health Admini…

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September 18, 2023 at 3:37 PM

Department of Health launches new Respiratory Illness Data Dashboard, retires COVID-19 Data Dashboard

Department of Health launches new Respiratory Illness Data Dashboard, retires COVID-19 Data Dashboard The new dashboard includes COVID-19, RSV, and flu data For immediate release: Sept. 18, 2023                         (23-127) Contact: DOH Comm…

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September 15, 2023 at 4:33 PM

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health You are subscribed to Jobs at DOH alerts for Washington State Department of Health. To reply to this message, email [email protected].  New job postings at the Department of Health: Administrative Assistant 3 Chemist 1 Child Wellness Survey …

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September 14, 2023 at 7:17 PM

Friday 9/15 Washington State Department of Health Media Briefing

Friday 9/15 Washington State Department of Health Media Briefing Public health update MEDIA ADVISORY   Contact:    DOH Communications Washington State Department of HealthMedia Briefing WHO Umair A. Shah, MD, MPH, Secretary of Health, Washington Stat…

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September 10, 2023 at 4:21 PM

Be the One: Know the Signs and Steps to Prevent Suicide

Be the One: Know the Signs and Steps to Prevent Suicide 5 ways you can help a person experiencing a mental health crisis Be the One: Know the Signs and Steps to Prevent Suicide 5 ways you can help a person experiencing a mental health crisis Suicide is …

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September 7, 2023 at 9:55 PM

Prepare now for emergencies in the fall and winter

Prepare now for emergencies in the fall and winter September is National Preparedness Month For immediate release: Sept. 7, 2023                         (23-123) Contact: DOH Communications  Prepare now for emergencies in the fall and winter Sep…

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September 6, 2023 at 10:22 PM

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health You are subscribed to Jobs at DOH alerts for Washington State Department of Health. To reply to this message, email [email protected].  New job postings at Department of Health: Commercial Tobacco Cessation Coordinator (HSC 3) Health Service…

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September 5, 2023 at 10:32 PM

Start the school year by getting your family up to date on vaccinations

Start the school year by getting your family up to date on vaccinations DOH dashboards highlight statewide COVID and flu vaccination data For immediate release:?September 5, 2023? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?(23-122) Contact: DOH Communications? Star…

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September 2, 2023 at 12:46 AM

Corrected: Avian influenza outbreak impacting seabirds and seals near Fort Flagler State Park

Corrected: Avian influenza outbreak impacting seabirds and seals near Fort Flagler State Park Avoid contact with wild animals For immediate release:?September 1st, 2023? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?(23-121) Contact: DOH Communications? Communications…

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September 1, 2023 at 11:09 PM

Avian influenza outbreak impacting shorebirds and seals near Fort Flagler State Park

Avian influenza outbreak impacting shorebirds and seals near Fort Flagler State Park Avoid contact with wild animals For immediate release:?September 1st, 2023? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?(23-121) Contact: DOH Communications? [email protected]…

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September 1, 2023 at 3:07 PM

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health You are subscribed to Jobs at DOH alerts for Washington State Department of Health. To reply to this message, email [email protected].  New job postings at the Department of Health: Environmental Justice Assessment & Climate Justice Coor…

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August 31, 2023 at 3:07 PM

Empathy and Naloxone Can Save Our Loved Ones from Opioid Overdose

Empathy and Naloxone Can Save Our Loved Ones from Opioid Overdose On Overdose Awareness Day, start carrying naloxone. It could save a life. Empathy and Naloxone Can Save Our Loved Ones from Opioid Overdose On Overdose Awareness Day, start carrying nalox…

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August 25, 2023 at 3:16 PM

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health You are subscribed to Jobs at DOH alerts for Washington State Department of Health. To reply to this message, email [email protected].  New job postings at the Department of Health: Administrative Assistant 3 Administrative Assistant 3 Commu…

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August 24, 2023 at 10:43 PM

News Release: Blood donations urgently needed ahead of Labor Day

News Release: Blood donations urgently needed ahead of Labor Day Donated blood supplies are critically low this summer For immediate release: August 24, 2023                             (23-118) Contact: DOH Communications Blood donations urgen…

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August 23, 2023 at 11:30 PM

News Release: Boil water advisory lifted for everyone in Medical Lake and Strathview

News Release: Boil water advisory lifted for everyone in Medical Lake and Strathview Latest update includes all areas impacted by the Gray Fire For immediate release:?August 23, 2023? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?(23-117) Contact: DOH Communicatio…

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August 21, 2023 at 10:11 PM

Radiation and Health: Waste Management Section

Radiation and Health: Waste Management Section Protecting people today and a thousand years from now. Radiation and Health: Waste Management Section Protecting people today and a thousand years from now. The Office of Radiation Protection?s Waste Manage…

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August 19, 2023 at 10:34 PM

News Release: Boil water advisory lifted for most of Medical Lake and Strathview

News Release: Boil water advisory lifted for most of Medical Lake and Strathview A portion of Medical Lake affected by wildfire still under restrictions For immediate release: August 19, 2023??????????????? ??????????? (23-115) Contact: DOH Comm…

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August 18, 2023 at 10:00 PM

News Release: Listeria bacteria found in milkshakes sold at Frugals restaurant in Tacoma

News Release: Listeria bacteria found in milkshakes sold at Frugals restaurant in Tacoma Listeria strain linked to six hospitalizations and three deaths For immediate release: August 18, 2023                            (23-114) Contact: DOH Comm…

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August 18, 2023 at 12:20 AM

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health You are subscribed to?Jobs at DOH alerts for Washington State Department of Health. To reply to this message, email [email protected].? ? ? ?New job postings at Department of Health: Administration Assistant 3 (AA3) Business Operations Pl…

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August 17, 2023 at 7:38 PM

News Release: Wildfire smoke is causing unhealthy air conditions for much of the state

News Release: Wildfire smoke is causing unhealthy air conditions for much of the state For immediate release: August 17, 2023??????????????? ??????????? (23-112) Contact: DOH Communications Wildfire smoke is causing unhealthy air conditions for much of …

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August 14, 2023 at 7:33 PM

News Release: Department of Health announces $1.3 million awarded toward youth cannabis and commercial tobacco use prevention

News Release: Department of Health announces $1.3 million awarded toward youth cannabis and commercial tobacco use prevention  For immediate release: August 14, 2023                             (23-109) Contact: DOH Communications Department of Health …

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August 14, 2023 at 5:49 PM

News Release: Hottest temperatures of the year forecasted for Western Washington this week

News Release: Hottest temperatures of the year forecasted for Western Washington this week National Weather Service issues excessive heat warning for much of Puget Sound For immediate release:?August 14, 2023? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?(23-108)…

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August 10, 2023 at 8:04 PM

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health You are subscribed to Jobs at DOH alerts for Washington State Department of Health. To reply to this message, email [email protected].  New job postings at the Department of Health: Accreditation Program Specialist (PS 2) Accreditation Proje…

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August 9, 2023 at 10:11 PM

The Coop Scoop

The Coop Scoop Learn tips on safe poultry practices with experienced Public Health Veterinarian Beth Lipton! The Coop Scoop Learn tips on safe poultry practices with experienced Public Health Veterinarian Beth Lipton! More people are raising chickens, d…

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August 4, 2023 at 1:43 PM

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health You are subscribed to Jobs at DOH alerts for Washington State Department of Health. To reply to this message, email [email protected].  New job postings at the Department of Health: Accreditation Program Specialist (PS2)  Accreditation Proje…

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August 2, 2023 at 3:02 PM

News Release: Department of Health announces selection of rural and urban Health Equity Zones by Community Advisory Council

News Release: Department of Health announces selection of rural and urban Health Equity Zones by Community Advisory Council HEZ initiative aims to support communities in effecting change at a local level For immediate release: August 2, 2023    …

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July 28, 2023 at 4:54 PM

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health You are subscribed to?Jobs at DOH alerts for Washington State Department of Health. To reply to this message, email [email protected].? New job postings at the Department of Health: Administrative Assistant 2 Administrative Assistant 3 Chemi…

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July 19, 2023 at 8:22 PM

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health You are subscribed to?Jobs at DOH alerts for Washington State Department of Health. To reply to this message, email [email protected].? New job postings at the Department of Health: Communications Consultant 5 ? Web Specialist? Education Pro…

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July 17, 2023 at 4:29 PM

News Release: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline celebrates one-year anniversary

News Release: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline celebrates one-year anniversary Rising number of calls underlines the need for and importance of 988 For immediate release:?July 17, 2023? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?(23-097) Contact: DOH Communica…

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July 14, 2023 at 4:31 PM

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health You are subscribed to Jobs at DOH alerts for the Washington State Department of Health. To reply to this message, email [email protected].  New job postings at the Department of Health: Budget Analyst 3 Community Partnerships Manager Communi…

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July 13, 2023 at 5:03 PM

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline's First Year

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline's First?Year Successes and looking toward a future where everyone gets the help they?need The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline?s First?Year Successes and looking toward a future where everyone gets the help they?ne…

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July 12, 2023 at 8:24 PM

News Release: Washington state receives funding to advance equity and family-centered early childhood systems

News Release: Washington state receives funding to advance equity and family-centered early childhood systems Project seeks to improve the health and well-being of young children and families For immediate release:?July 12, 2023? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?…

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July 11, 2023 at 11:30 PM

Twitter Updates

Twitter Updates You are subscribed to Twitter Updates for Washington State Department of Health. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. WA Dept. of Health WADeptHealth 11 Jul We held a session at @NACCHOalerts on #SocialJustice and …

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July 10, 2023 at 11:32 PM

Twitter Updates

Twitter Updates You are subscribed to Twitter Updates for Washington State Department of Health. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. WA Dept. of Health WADeptHealth 10 Jul We mistakenly shared last week's locations - here are the…

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July 7, 2023 at 11:31 PM

Twitter Updates

Twitter Updates You are subscribed to Twitter Updates for Washington State Department of Health. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. WA Dept. of Health WADeptHealth 07 Jul These insects are the focus of a multi-year eradication p…

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July 7, 2023 at 4:45 PM

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health You are subscribed to Jobs at DOH alerts for Washington State Department of Health. To reply to this message, email [email protected].  New job postings at the Department of Health: Administrative Assistant 2 Application Development Manager …

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July 6, 2023 at 11:31 PM

Twitter Updates

Twitter Updates You are subscribed to Twitter Updates for Washington State Department of Health. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. WA Dept. of Health WADeptHealth 06 Jul Are you or a loved one living with memory loss or dementi…

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July 5, 2023 at 11:31 PM

Twitter Updates

Twitter Updates You are subscribed to Twitter Updates for Washington State Department of Health. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. WA Dept. of Health WADeptHealth 05 Jul RT @EcologyWA: The warmest May on record coupled with an …

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July 4, 2023 at 11:31 PM

Twitter Updates

Twitter Updates You are subscribed to Twitter Updates for Washington State Department of Health. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. WA Dept. of Health WADeptHealth 04 Jul Go enjoy the sun but be safe! A life jacket is the best t…

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July 3, 2023 at 11:31 PM

Twitter Updates

Twitter Updates You are subscribed to Twitter Updates for Washington State Department of Health. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. Office of Dr. Umair A. Shah, WA Sec of Health WaHealthSec 03 Jul RT @WADeptHealth: Share @Minori…

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July 3, 2023 at 4:05 PM

News Release: Hot temperatures forecast for Independence Day week

News Release: Hot temperatures forecast for Independence Day week DOH offers tips to stay cool and safe For immediate release: July 3, 2023                             (23-090) Contact: DOH Communications Hot Temperatures Forecast for Independen…

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June 30, 2023 at 11:31 PM

Twitter Updates

Twitter Updates You are subscribed to Twitter Updates for Washington State Department of Health. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. WA Dept. of Health WADeptHealth 30 Jun RT @EcologyWA: Hot and dry conditions incoming for Washin…

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June 30, 2023 at 3:15 PM

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health

New job opportunities at WA Dept. of Health You are subscribed to?Jobs at DOH alerts for Washington State Department of Health. To reply to this message, email [email protected].? New job postings at the Department of Health: Administrative Assistant 3 Complaint Intake Support Special…

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June 29, 2023 at 11:31 PM

Twitter Updates

Twitter Updates You are subscribed to Twitter Updates for Washington State Department of Health. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. WA Dept. of Health WADeptHealth 29 Jun All summer long, DOH offers rapid antigen COVID-19 tests …

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June 29, 2023 at 3:57 PM

News Release: Play It Safe on Independence Day

News Release: Play It Safe on Independence Day DOH offers best practices to stay healthy and safe this summer For immediate release:?June 29, 2023? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?(23-089) Contact: DOH Communications Play It Safe on Independence Day …

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June 28, 2023 at 11:31 PM

Twitter Updates

Twitter Updates You are subscribed to Twitter Updates for Washington State Department of Health. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. WA Dept. of Health WADeptHealth 28 Jun @TrevorProject @DnDBeyond We ❤️ this! Details  | …

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June 28, 2023 at 5:36 PM

News Release: Department of Health and Washington 211 salute COVID-19 Hotline as successful partnership sunsets

News Release: Department of Health and Washington 211 salute COVID-19 Hotline as successful partnership sunsets Collaboration connected callers to COVID-19-related services more than 370,000 times For immediate release:?June 28, 2023? ? ? ? ? ? …

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June 27, 2023 at 11:31 PM

Twitter Updates

Twitter Updates You are subscribed to Twitter Updates for Washington State Department of Health. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. Office of Dr. Umair A. Shah, WA Sec of Health WaHealthSec 27 Jun RT @Surgeon_General: Today is N…

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