Supporting Youth Mental Health: Free Crisis Services Available for Every Family in King County

October 13, 2026.Reading time 9 minutes.

As students settle into a new school year, many families are navigating big transitions. For some children and teens, these shifts can intensify feelings of stress, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm. Free, immediate support is always available.

Collaborating to advance racial and health equity

December 29, 2025.Reading time 9 minutes.

Zoom meeting showing members of the Health Equity and Anti-Racism Community Advisor Group shown in individual windows.

The Health Equity and Anti-Racism Community Advisory Group (HEARCAG) has strengthened and advanced public health in King County. As the year comes to an end, we reflect on impacts and accomplishments in 2025.

Young people’s mental health and substance use in King County: What we’re learning from the data

April 29, 2025.Reading time 10 minutes.

A parent with her arms around two teenagers in front of a housing complex.

Young people in King County have seen some improvement in rates of mental health conditions since the pandemic but they continue to face challenges, according to data analyzed by King County’s Best Starts for Kids program. The data can help identify areas of investment to support young people’s needs.

‘Bridging the Gap’ explores food safety in second podcast miniseries

September 10, 2024.Reading time 5 minutes.

With over 10,000 restaurants in King County, Public Health’s Food Protection Program plays a critical role in monitoring and ensuring food safety. Part two of our three-episode podcast, Bridging the Gap, explores how environmental health shows up in our everyday lives.