Free Eye Exams and Glasses at Seattle/King County Clinic

October 12, 2022.Reading time 5 minutes.

A woman in a green volunteer shirt adjusts an eye exam machine. An older Asian man is looking through the machine and a smiling Asian man with glasses, a hat, and red interpreter vest sits next to him. His tag shows that he is a Vietnamese interpreter.

Seattle/King County Clinic returns to Seattle Center for a seventh year Oct. 20-23 with free eye exams and prescription eyeglasses for those who struggle to access or afford eye care.

Monkeypox vaccine eligibility expanded in King County

October 7, 2022.Reading time 7 minutes.

The eligibility criteria for monkeypox vaccine has expanded in King County. Learn more about the criteria, reducing risk and where to get vaccine.

Rabid bat found near Alki Beach Pier in West Seattle

October 6, 2022.Reading time 6 minutes.

A rabid bat was found by the sidewalk adjacent to the Duwamish Head Condominiums (1140 Alki Ave SW) on September 18 – 19, 2022, near Alki Beach Pier in West Seattle. If you or someone you know had any contact with a bat near this area, seek medical evaluation immediately or contact Public Health – Seattle & King County.

Navigators bring the personal touch to the COVID-19 response

October 3, 2022.Reading time 2 minutes.

A collage showing some of the COVID-19 response work that Public Health's community navigators have been involved in.

Meet the community navigators: a group of trusted community leaders, organizers and health workers collaborating with Public Health to help us stay true to our equity goals.

Ten-year review of sudden and unexpected deaths among people experiencing homelessness

September 29, 2022.Reading time 8 minutes.

A ten-year review of sudden and unexpected deaths among people experiencing homelessness offers a heartbreaking reminder: The median age of death was 51. That compares to an overall median age of 79 for all deaths of King County residents.

This fall, take action to reduce the risk of falls

September 22, 2022.Reading time 10 minutes.

One in three adults over age 65 fall at least once a year. The impact of a fall can be significant. Injuries from a fall can cause cascading problems that prevent someone from remaining safe in their home.

But, falling does not have to be an inevitable part of aging. This Fall Prevention Awareness Week, take steps to prevent the risk of falls in your home or the homes of older adults in your life.