SCHOOLS PREPARING FOR A MEASURED RETURN TO IN-PERSON LEARNING

September 11, 2020.Reading time 7 minutes.

King County’s K-12 schools are back in session. For most students, the 2020-2021 school year is starting remotely and Zoom is the new classroom. At Public Health – Seattle & King County (PHSKC), we are supporting schools and communities across the county as they prepare for in-school learning.

Alongside the ongoing transmission of COVID-19, common colds are on the rise in Seattle and King County

September 10, 2020.Reading time 6 minutes.

Looking at the level of positive tests for all respiratory diseases in the summer of 2019, we see that causes of the common cold like rhinovirus, parainfluenza, and metapneumovirus held on through the summer alongside a measurable level of continued flu importations.

Learning Pods: Back to School Decisions During a Pandemic

September 9, 2020.Reading time 11 minutes.

With many schools opting for remote learning, pods are an agreement between families to have their kids come together in person to learn.

How to keep indoor air clean on smoky days

September 9, 2020.Reading time 11 minutes.

On most days, our homes provide a refuge, sheltering us from the elements. But, what our homes are not so good at is maintaining clean indoor air, especially during wildfire smoke events.

Hazy Days Are Here Again

September 8, 2020.Reading time 6 minutes.

Wildfire smoke has returned to Western Washington. When air quality is at unhealthy levels, stay inside and avoid outdoor activity as much as possible. We’ve got tips for keeping indoor clean.

What happens when you get a COVID-19 test?

September 4, 2020.Reading time 1 minute.

Getting tested is one of the best ways to protect your family, friends, and community, but if you’ve never been tested before, you might be a little nervous. We reveal what really happens when you get a COVID test in a short video.

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