COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5-11 authorized: What to expect in the first week
The COVID-19 vaccine is now authorized for kids ages 5-11. What you should know about the vaccine and where to get it.
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Update on King County’s Vaccine Verification Policy
It’s been almost a month since vaccination verification started in King County. THANK YOU to the many staff and businesses who adjusted operations to create safer spaces for customers and staff. Here’s an update on how it’s going and our enforcement process.
Read MoreNeed transportation to vaccination? The Vaccine Transportation Helpline can get you there!
The King County COVID-19 Vaccine Mobility Task Force removes obstacles to vaccination with their Vaccine Transportation Helpline. The Helpline connects people to flexible options to meet their needs. Many transportation options are free and can accommodate people with disabilities.
Read MoreTips for Supporting Youth Mental Health
Versión en español As Washington state moves toward its second full winter of the COVID-19 pandemic, people of all ages continue to feel stressed, isolated, and experience grief and loss. Our community is particularly concerned about the well-being of young people, whose social networks and routines are disrupted. Vaccines for children and youth 5 years […]
Read MoreDo I need to get tested? Tips for travelers this holiday season
With the holidays fast approaching, and COVID-19 still present in our communities, many are wondering how to safely plan for events and travel, especially when people of all ages—and vaccination statuses—plan to gather in one household. As you make plans for the holiday season, follow these CDC guidelines for testing and safer ways to celebrate.
Read MoreNational Injury Prevention Day illuminates the burden of injury and violence in our community
National Injury Prevention Day, November 18, 2021, shines a light on a key public health and safety issue.
Read MoreAsk Miss Rona: Kids COVID-19 Vaccine
Miss Rona is a Q&A series started on Public Health’s Instagram to respond to community questions related to different topic areas of COVID-19. For this edition of Miss Rona, we answered your questions about Kids COVID-19 vaccines.
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