Pausing use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine
Use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine has been put on hold statewide. Public Health and healthcare partners are making adjustments accordingly.
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Don’t miss the once-a-year summit for Best Starts for Kids
The upcoming Best Starts for Kids annual summit offers an opportunity to share your experiences and reflect on the challenges we’ve faced and overcome this past year. Summit Keynote Speakers include: Sheila Capestany, Strategic Advisor for Children and Youth, will kick the Best Starts for Kids summit off with an official welcome King County Executive […]
Read MoreVIDEO: DR. JEFF DUCHIN DISCUSSES STEADY RISE IN COVID-19 CASES AND HOSPITALIZATIONS – APRIL 16, 2021
On April 16th, in his weekly press briefing, Health Officer Dr. Jeff Duchin addresses the continued high COVID-19 case count in King County, as well as efforts to equitably distribute COVID-19 vaccines.
Read MoreWith more cars (and pedestrians) on the roads, let’s prevent distracted driving
It feels like a year since big yellow school buses were last meandering around our streets – because it really has been a year in many communities. Do you remember the laws about passing a stopped school bus?
Read MoreDining during COVID: How to spot signs that a restaurant is doing it right
Eating out has changed a lot during the pandemic. Even when indoor dining is permitted, it can be hard to know how risky it really is to sit down and order a waffle or a burrito. We’ve highlighted how a few different restaurants are implementing COVID-19 precautions to keep customers safe.
Read MoreEveryone over 16 is becoming eligible for COVID-19 vaccine, but supply is still catching up
Starting April 15, all people in Washington age 16 and older are eligible for COVID-19 vaccination. However, limited vaccine supply continues to be our number one challenge to vaccinating everyone who is eligible and who wants to be vaccinated.
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