Update on monkeypox vaccine distribution in King County

August 9, 2022.Reading time 7 minutes.

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On August 5, King County received our most recent allocation of vaccine. Here’s a brief explainer to answer questions on what’s planned for these doses.

Latest updates on monkeypox vaccine in King County

July 27, 2022.Reading time 8 minutes.

Public Health has received the next distribution of vaccine for monkeypox. With this limited supply, read an update on our planning for getting theses doses to people at highest risk for recent exposure.

Video & Transcript: Press briefing with Dr. Duchin & Dr. Friedly on COVID-19 and long COVID

July 15, 2022.Reading time 2 minutes.

On July 14, 2022, Public Health – Seattle & King County’s Health Officer, Dr. Jeff Duchin was joined by Dr. Janna Friedly of UW Medicine’s Post-COVID Rehabilitation and Recovery Clinic to discuss long-COVID, including impacts and resources. Dr. Duchin also provided an update on current COVID-19 trends. A transcript of the briefing is now available, […]

Monkeypox vaccine Q&A: Who is eligible now and why

July 13, 2022.Reading time 14 minutes.

Updated 7/22/22 While monkeypox vaccination supply is limited, Public Health is working with providers to reach those at highest risk of recent exposure. More of your questions answered here.

Monkeypox update: Local transmission of the virus in King County likely

July 6, 2022.Reading time 13 minutes.

A recent case of monkeypox was identified in a King County resident that did not report recent travel, suggesting that the virus was transmitted locally. Anyone who has symptoms of monkeypox or has been in close contact with someone with monkeypox should be evaluated by a healthcare provider.

How childcare and early learning programs are taking simple steps to improve indoor air quality: A closer look at how it works

June 23, 2022.Reading time 5 minutes.

Improving indoor air quality is one of the most important and long-lasting approaches to reducing the spread of COVID-19. With the emergence of lower-cost options that can make a difference, Public Health has been working alongside child care providers to reduce the virus’ spread and to promote other health benefits by improving indoor air quality.