Hantavirus can cause a rare but deadly disease called Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS). In Washington state, hantavirus is spread by deer mice.
Public Health is currently investigating a case in a teenage King County resident. This person was hospitalized in early August and is now recovering. The patient reported being exposed to a mouse infestation at his house in Issaquah and also bitten by a rodent in the woods in a residential area in Issaquah, Washington.
You may have heard reports recently of increases in cases of COVID-19 in many parts of the U.S. We talked with Public Health’s Chief of Communicable Disease Epidemiology, Dr. Eric Chow, about what’s happening with COVID-19 in King County right now.
King County is entering the fourth year of implementing the End HIV Epidemic Plan (EHE). The EHE team and community partners have made rapid and remarkable progress, implementing over 25 strategies. To elevate the work and success of EHE partners in King County, the EHE Program developed an Ending the HIV Epidemic Heroes Award
Now’s the perfect time to make sure your child has the vaccinations they’ll need to start the new school year off without a hitch. Not only are vaccines required for school and childcare, they’re also one of the best tools you’ve got to help your child stay healthy and thrive, this year and beyond.
The King County Board of Health is currently considering applications for membership for two vacant positions to join the Board in 2024. The vacancies are for one community stakeholder position and one community stakeholder alternate position.
For many families, the end of the school year can mean heading to the water, hopping on a bike, or playing at a nearby playground. While you’re enjoying these summer activities, there are some things you can do to keep you and your family safe.
