New measles case identified in Snohomish County infant

April 2, 2025.Reading time 10 minutes.

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.

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

March 24, 2025.Reading time 8 minutes.

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.

2025 Valentines, with love from Public Health

February 14, 2025.Reading time 4 minutes.

We dedicate these valentines to all the tremendously dedicated public health workers everywhere! We hope you feel the love. Happy Valentine’s Day!

How to reduce your risk of foodborne illness and support permitted food vendors

September 6, 2024.Reading time 9 minutes.

Recently, we’ve seen an increase in the number of unpermitted mobile food vendors selling food in King County. We are urging people to avoid vendors operating without a Public Health permit for two reasons: 1) to protect yourself from potential foodborne illness and 2) to help support mobile vendors that are following food safety best practices.

How to reduce exposures to toxic chemicals in your home

September 4, 2024.Reading time 8 minutes.

Homes are often our places of comfort. Yet many household items can contain toxic chemicals, including cleaning products, personal care products, pesticides, insecticides, and paints.

How Vaping Affects Teen Brain Development and School Performance

September 3, 2024.Reading time 7 minutes.

A kid and his coach seating at the stadium benches smiling at each other.

Vaping has surged in popularity among teenagers, posing significant risks to their developing brains. It is crucial for parents, educators, and policymakers to understand these dangers to effectively protect students from the harmful effects of vaping.