The danger of ending social distancing too early: A conversation with our Health Officer

April 10, 2020.Reading time 14 minutes.

Social distancing measures appear to be slowing the spread of COVID-19 in King County, but we must stay steady with the Stay Home order to prevent another wave of the outbreak. Dr. Jeff Duchin explains the dangers and discusses what is needed to relax social distancing.

Our Role in Safe Take-Out Dining

March 23, 2020.Reading time 3 minutes.

Under the current Health Order, restaurants may remain open for drive-through, delivery, and pick-up. Our Food Program also has a role to play in working with food service establishments so that they comply with the health order.

Events, eating out, and retail: what’s allowed and what’s not

March 17, 2020.Reading time 8 minutes.

The Health Officer for Public Health – Seattle & King County has issued an order intended to curtail the amount of face-to-interaction in the community that can potentially spread the virus. We explain what is now prohibited and what is still allowed (if steps to minimize the risk are taken.)

PUBLIC HEALTH INSIDER

Tag: Health Order

Events, eating out, and retail: what’s allowed and what’s not