Free Eye Exams and Glasses at Seattle/King County Clinic

October 12, 2022.Reading time 5 minutes.

A woman in a green volunteer shirt adjusts an eye exam machine. An older Asian man is looking through the machine and a smiling Asian man with glasses, a hat, and red interpreter vest sits next to him. His tag shows that he is a Vietnamese interpreter.

Seattle/King County Clinic returns to Seattle Center for a seventh year Oct. 20-23 with free eye exams and prescription eyeglasses for those who struggle to access or afford eye care.

Should I get an updated booster? We asked an expert.

September 7, 2022.Reading time 11 minutes.

There’s now an updated booster vaccine for COVID-19. We wanted to know what’s different about the updated booster shot and when to get it. So, we talked to Dr. Mark Del Beccaro, our COVID vaccine lead…

When can I get the updated COVID booster? What we know so far.

August 31, 2022.Reading time 6 minutes.

Four adults, ages ranging from 30s to 70s, rolling up their sleeves to show band aids from where they got vaccinated.

An updated booster shot of COVID-19 vaccine is just around the corner. Here is what we expect about the availability and eligibility for the new booster shot.

Be ready for smoky days: Make a 1-minute box fan filter

August 4, 2022.Reading time 7 minutes.

Woman in apron waving and holding a box fan. Text: Public Health Crafter's Corner: DIY Air Filter

A simple box fan filter can keep your indoor air cleaner on days when there’s wildfire smoke outside. It’s quick and easy to do, and much cheaper than an air purifier.

No AC? Can’t open your windows? Here’s how to stay cool.

July 26, 2022.Reading time 6 minutes.

Young, multiracial woman sits in front of a fan next to a window

When it’s hot outside, it can be miserable inside if you don’t have air conditioning or can’t open your windows. These tips can help when it feels like an oven in your home.

Should I wait to get my next COVID vaccination? We ask an expert.

July 15, 2022.Reading time 7 minutes.

A Latinx family with 2 adults and 2 young children looking at a device with information on it.

Now is not the time to put off getting a booster or a vaccination, for you or your child. We asked a medical expert about why you shouldn’t delay your next COVID shot.