Six brain healthy habits to support memory, mood, and lifelong vitality

October 1, 2025.Reading time 8 minutes.

four older adults seating around a table painting, smiling and happy.

Your brain thrives on movement, connection, and curiosity, and it’s never too late to start. From brisk walks to blueberry bowls, small daily choices can protect memory, boost mood, and support lifelong vitality. Backed by science and rooted in community, these six habits offer a practical path to aging well. Let’s invest in brain health, one step at a time.

A new era of health and racial equity in King County

August 13, 2024.Reading time 11 minutes.

At a recent community celebration, Public Health – Seattle & King County unveiled an ambitious five-year strategic plan aimed at improving the health and well-being of our community.

How Healthy is King County? Continuing COVID-19 Impacts and Areas to Watch

March 13, 2024.Reading time 9 minutes.

A Black man smiles while unloading a box of produce from a van. A white woman behind him reaches for a box of produce.

What has been the impact of the pandemic and climate change on the health of people in King County? What trends are we seeing in injuries, substance use, food security, mental health, and hospitalizations? Our Community Health Needs Assessment dug into these issues to identify areas of progress and where improvement is still needed.

Support Makes a Difference: Recovery is Possible

December 28, 2023.Reading time 10 minutes.

The image shows two individuals sitting on a couch. One person is comforting the other. They are indoors, with a window featuring horizontal blinds in the background.

For those with substance use disorder, it’s important to remember that recovery is possible, and support can make all the difference in the life of a loved one suffering from addiction. Recovery is a journey and often not linear, so support and non-judgmental connections are essential no matter where someone is in their journey.

Third Year Anniversary of Con Confianza y En Comunidad!

May 16, 2023.Reading time 10 minutes.

Con Confianza y En Comunidad celebrates their 3rd year anniversary: Learn more about how the Latinx Community Response Team responded to the COVID-19 pandemic and how they’ve evolved to serve the needs of Latinos throughout King County.

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.