Public Health warning those who use illicit drugs to take extra care after reported uptick in overdoses
People who use illicit drugs should take extra care and not use drugs alone.
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Public Health Actually: What we love about 2018
Love is all around us–at least love for public health, that is! We’re nearing the end of 2018, and that means it’s time to look back at our department’s hard work with partners throughout the year for a healthier community. Peruse our (not exhaustive) list of achievements, but before you do, take a few moments […]
Read MoreWe’ll be blunt: Don’t get high and drive
‘Tis the season for ugly sweater parties, holiday revelry, and celebrating with friends and family! Keep the season merry for yourself and others by taking part in another important tradition: planning before you party.
Read MoreStatement on state Supreme Court I-27 ruling
Today, the Washington State Supreme Court ruled that Initiative 27 was outside the scope of local initiative power. Dr. Jeff Duchin, Health Officer, Public Health – Seattle & King County said, In 2016, the 38-member Heroin and Prescription Opiate Task Force issued recommendations that included opening and evaluating sites to prevent fatal opioid overdoses, called […]
Read MorePRIORITIZING HEALTH AND SAFETY IN MARIJUANA LEGALIZATION
By Lindsey Greto and Meghan King, Public Health marijuana program It’s been six years since Washington State legalized retail cannabis and since then, several other states and Canada have also legalized retail cannabis. This dramatic shift in public policy has raised some complex issues and public health challenges. To help focus their work, Public Health […]
Read MoreRetail Cannabis and Research: A Joint Venture
There isn’t a lot of research on cannabis, but ADAI is challenging that.
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