Official insights from Public Health – Seattle & King County staff
The best way to protect yourself from foodborne illnesses when you’re eating out is to only buy food from businesses that have a food safety rating sign – the green smiley face signs. These signs mean that a business has a Public Health food permit, which is an important step in the process to make sure a business is safely serving food.
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We love our pets here in King County. With some of the highest pet ownership rates in the country, it’s clear our furry (and not-so-furry) companions are a big part of our lives. Whether you’re booking a grooming day for your pup or boarding your pet while you’re away, you want to feel confident they’ll be safe, happy, and healthy while in someone else’s care.
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As 2025 approaches, we have great news for food lovers across King County. Public Health’s popular food safety rating system – the green smiley face signs in restaurant windows – is expanding to include more food businesses.
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How many personal care products do you use every day? From toothpaste to makeup and shampoo, the number can add up fast. This is a concern because some cosmetics and personal care products contain dangerous chemicals that can harm our health.
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With over 10,000 restaurants in King County, Public Health’s Food Protection Program plays a critical role in monitoring and ensuring food safety. Part two of our three-episode podcast, Bridging the Gap, explores how environmental health shows up in our everyday lives.
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Join us in listening to our first three-episode miniseries of Bridging the Gap, an environmental public health podcast. This series explores the wide world of septic systems.
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