Leer en español Public Health – Seattle & King County was notified of a confirmed measles case in a Canadian resident who traveled through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)) on March 9, 2026. The individual’s vaccination status is unknown. If you are not immune to measles or don’t know your vaccination status, and were at the airport on March 9, please visit our measles webpage for specific information about potential areas […]
In this comic, Leda, a mother of two young children, shares how Medicaid and SNAP made a crucial difference in the lives of her family, helping them stay afloat during a rough patch. It’s a familiar situation for many people who need short-term, additional support to thrive in the long-term. Have you been hearing about […]
It’s hard to avoid plastic. So many common objects that we use regularly have plastic, from toothbrushes and soap bottles to juice cartons and kids’ toys.
I sat down with Dr. Shirlee Tan, a toxicologist with Public Health, to chat about plastic and find out: Is it a concern for our health? And if so, how can we protect ourselves?
When the cost of food rises faster than a family’s income, it can feel like the table is getting emptier. But in King County, there are programs making a real difference. SNAP, WIC, Fresh Bucks, and local food banks are helping households keep food at home, ease daily worry, and feel supported during a tough moment.
Survivors of gun violence need support that goes beyond just medical treatment. In this comic strip, we see how Paul, a violence intervention specialist, offers survivors and their families bedside support and immediate help with their basic needs.
The Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) is bringing together communities across King County to address health inequities through collaboration, trust, and shared responsibility. Through this process, community members, organizations, and public health leaders are working side by side to identify what matters most and how to move forward together.
