Spring waters run cold: Preventing needless drownings in King County
Learn how we partnered with Mother Africa to help prevent needless drownings and increase water safety awareness in King County.
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Health Officer Statement on Extreme Heat
Dr. Jeff Duchin, Health Officer for Public Health — Seattle & King County, issued the following statement in response to the current extreme heat event in our region: The record-shattering extreme heat we’re experiencing is just the latest example of our climate crisis and how it’s impacting human health now. Extreme heat is the leading […]
Read MoreAs Drowning Deaths Doubled in King County in 2020, Water Safety Is More Important Than Ever
With hot summer days comes an increased desire to cool off in the region’s pools, beaches, rivers, and lakes. But in 2020, as the Covid-19 pandemic pushed more people towards outdoor activities, King County saw drowning deaths double compared to 2018. Thirty-three people lost their lives in King County waters last year, nearly 70% of which occurred in open water incidents and drowning continues to be the second leading cause of unintentional injury death for children and teens.
Read MoreTaking an upstream approach to preventing LGBTQ youth cannabis use
In King County, LGBTQ youth report the highest rates of marijuana use, which may be connected to anxiety and depression. Public Health’s partner @GayCity takes an upstream approach to preventing marijuana use among LGBTQ youth.
Read MoreTime for menthol to go: the tobacco industry’s long history of racist marketing and the local youth voices driving for change
Despite research outlining the dangers of menthol cigarettes, menthol has been excluded from tobacco flavor bans. Read why tobacco is a social justice issue and how a ban on menthol would reduce health disparities and save lives.
Read MoreWith more cars (and pedestrians) on the roads, let’s prevent distracted driving
It feels like a year since big yellow school buses were last meandering around our streets – because it really has been a year in many communities. Do you remember the laws about passing a stopped school bus?
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