Celebrating Day of the Dead During COVID-19

October 29, 2020.Reading time 2 minutes.

In this video, three King County employees share how they will be safely celebrating Day of the Dead with their families during this pandemic to protect the community.

Care for Caregivers: Tips and Resources for Unsung Heroes

October 27, 2020.Reading time 7 minutes.

While caregiving can be joyful and rewarding, it can also be overwhelming or stressful for even the most resilient people. The pandemic, which has increased social isolation and decreased or changed availability of social services, has made the role of caregiving even more challenging.

When Staying Home Isn’t Safe: Domestic Violence in King County During a Pandemic

October 26, 2020.Reading time 4 minutes.

The Governor’s Stay Home Order, business closures and other strategies helped slow the spread of COVID-19. Unfortunately, the social isolation and stress resulting from these efforts, combined with less access to external supports, may be increasing the occurrence of family violence.

What Exactly Is A Close Contact?

October 23, 2020.Reading time 3 minutes.

Federal health authorities have updated their definition of “close contact,” which will lead to some changes in Public Health procedures and how we think about the risk of exposure to COVID-19.

Flu Vaccine: Why is it so important this year?

October 20, 2020.Reading time less than 1 minute.

Watch as Libby Page, our Immunization Program Manager talks with Hana Tadesse to answer some common questions about getting your flu shot this year.

COVID-19 Cases are rising in king county – what does that mean for schools?

October 13, 2020.Reading time 5 minutes.

Cases of COVID-19 are on the rise again in King County, after two months of decline. As we move into the school year and into fall, a time when COVID-19 spreads more readily, it’s time to renew our commitment to fighting the spread of the virus in our community, for everyone’s sake. It’s more important […]