PHOTOS: Pride Parade 2017

June 27, 2017.Reading time less than 1 minute.

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Public Health staff joined the King County Pride contingent on Sunday, June 25. Thanks to those who marched with us! Here are some pics from the beautiful day.

Public Health Vet says, “Don’t kiss your chicks”

June 5, 2017.Reading time 6 minutes.

2019 update: It’s not uncommon for us to see cases of salmonella associated with backyard poultry. We haven’t heard of any King County cases this year, but at least one person in Washington has become infected with salmonella after contact with pet hedgehogs. It’s a good reminder that even the cutest little animals carry germs […]

Uninsured? There’s still time (and good reason) to sign up for 2017 coverage

January 23, 2017.Reading time 2 minutes.

Enrollment assistance for Paul Shin, provided by Jen Covert of PHSKC, at Café Racer in Seattle

The Affordable Care Act (affectionately, “Obamacare”) may be repealed and replaced under the new federal administration, but there’s still time to take advantage of it. In fact, if you sign up by January 31, you should feel confident that your coverage will remain intact for the rest of 2017. Things could look different in 2018, but […]

Our 16 favorite blog posts from 2016 (and your top choice too!)

December 29, 2016.Reading time 1 minute.

Wow! 2016 is coming to an end, and we can’t thank you enough for reading Public Health Insider. We’ve posted more than 100 times in the last 362 days, on everything from horses in coffee shops to flu vaccines. Take a look at some of our favorites throughout the year and tell us what you […]

Need help signing up for health insurance? We’ve got you covered.

November 18, 2016.Reading time 2 minutes.

Navigators preparing for an enrollment event

Health insurance navigators are everywhere in King County, but with so many choices, you might need help navigating the list, too. We’ve made it easy by putting details about our biggest up-and-coming events and opportunities right here. Seattle Meridian Center for Health 10521 Meridian Ave N Saturday, November 19 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Café […]

Public Health investigates rare bacterial infection associated with raw seafood

November 17, 2016.Reading time less than 1 minute.

After a King County woman was diagnosed with a rare and sometimes fatal bacterial infection, Vibrio vulnificus, public health officials are investigating the possibility that the bacteria came from tilapia fish purchased locally. Public Health cautions anyone who has come into contact with raw fish to seek medical care if they develop symptoms of infection. […]