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Join the Board of Health

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Applications to join the Board  are welcome from King County residents who share a commitment to public health principles and addressing racism as a public health crisis. The Board is currently considering applications for membership for one vacant position to join the Board in 2026.

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Three steps to stay safe from wildfire smoke

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Breathing wildfire smoke can harm everyone’s lungs, heart, and overall health. Three steps can help you and your loved ones stay safe when wildfire smoke is in the air.

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Con Confianza y en Comunidad celebrates five years of support for the community

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Logo reading Con Confianza y En comunidad feliz 5th aniversario

Since 2020, Con Confianza y en Comunidad has provided Spanish-language public health information to King County’s Latino community. It remains a vital resource for those facing language barriers, thanks to the dedication of community leaders. This milestone celebrates the power of connection, trust, and access to information—and the ongoing commitment to strengthening the community. ¡Que siga creciendo!

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Measles Q&A with Dr. James Lewis and Dr. Alice Tin

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A close-up illustration of a young child with curly hair, resting their head on an adult's shoulder.

The United States is experiencing a significant measles resurgence. We’ve also had cases locally in King County. We sat down with health experts to find out what we should know about the disease.

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New measles case identified in Snohomish County infant

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Measles

Snohomish county reported a positive measles case in a Snohomish County infant. The infant was likely exposed to measles during recent travel abroad. People who were at certain locations in Snohomish and King counties may have been exposed to measles. Read the blog for locations of potential exposure.

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Early testing, treatment, and diagnosis for TB stops spread, saves lives 

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X-ray image of human lungs with red mass on one side

In 2023 and 2024, tuberculosis (TB) re-claimed its long-held status as the world’s deadliest infectious disease. Globally, 10.8 million people developed TB disease in 2023, including 1.25 million people who died of TB disease. For this year’s World TB Day on March 24, let’s take a closer look at what’s happening in King County and how our community is working to stop this disease.

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