Exciting news for elementary school kids: Guaranteed recess!
Thanks to a new law signed in 2023 by the Governor, all students in grades K-5 are now guaranteed recess to support their physical and mental health.
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Gun violence is a public health crisis, and we’re taking action in King County
Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children and teens in the U.S., surpassing car crashes, cancer and drug overdoses. And the impact is deeply disproportionate for Black boys and young men. In June, the U.S. surgeon general declared gun violence a national public health crisis.
Read MoreA new era of health and racial equity in King County
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.
Read MoreNew podcast miniseries explores the wide world of septic systems
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.
Read MoreHepatitis C: A once incurable infection can now be cured with 8 weeks of medication
Hepatitis C is a liver disease caused by the hepatitis C (“hep C”) virus. Left untreated, hep C can severely damage the liver, causing illnesses like cirrhosis and liver cancer. The good news is that hep C can be completely cured. We sat down with Amber Casey, HCV Program Manager with Public Health, to learn more.
Read MoreBeat the bell: Get your kids vaccinated before school starts
School is starting soon! It’s time to get up-to-date on vaccines if you aren’t already. Multiple NO COST vaccine clinics are happening throughout the fall.
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