Latest updates on monkeypox vaccine in King County

July 27, 2022.Reading time 8 minutes.

Public Health has received the next distribution of vaccine for monkeypox. With this limited supply, read an update on our planning for getting theses doses to people at highest risk for recent exposure.

Free clinics to check immunizations off your back-to-school list

August 9, 2022.Reading time 5 minutes.

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This year, it’s easier than ever to get caught up on vaccines at one of many back-to-school clinics in south King County.

Dr. Ben Danielson answers parents’ questions about vaccines for children under 5

August 5, 2022.Reading time 8 minutes.

A still from a Q&A video with Dr. Ben Danielson.

Parents of young children and babies have lots of questions about COVID-19 vaccines. Beloved local pediatrician Dr. Ben Danielson is here to help.

Be ready for smoky days: Make a 1-minute box fan filter

August 4, 2022.Reading time 7 minutes.

Woman in apron waving and holding a box fan. Text: Public Health Crafter's Corner: DIY Air Filter

A simple box fan filter can keep your indoor air cleaner on days when there’s wildfire smoke outside. It’s quick and easy to do, and much cheaper than an air purifier.

No AC? Can’t open your windows? Here’s how to stay cool.

July 26, 2022.Reading time 5 minutes.

Young, multiracial woman sits in front of a fan next to a window

When it’s hot outside, it can be miserable inside if you don’t have air conditioning or can’t open your windows. These tips can help when it feels like an oven in your home.

ASK MISS RONA: COVID-19 Vaccine For Babies and Young Children

July 18, 2022.Reading time 7 minutes.

Ask Miss Rona is a Q&A series on Public Health’s Instagram account to respond to community questions related to different topic areas of COVID-19. Questions about COVID-19 vaccines for babies and young children were submitted last week by King County residents and answered by subject matter experts at Public Health – Seattle & King County.