VIDEO: DR. JEFF DUCHIN ON COVID-19 TRENDS & VACCINE ROLLOUT — FEBRUARY 12, 2021
On February 12th, Health Officer Dr. Jeff Duchin provided updates on trends in COVID-19 cases and shared information on COVID vaccination efforts.
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What King County’s data tells us about race, geography and the COVID-19 vaccines
Public Health has a recently enhanced vaccine data dashboard that shows which populations have received the vaccine so far. The data helps shape Public Health strategies to center equity in how we focus our limited resources. The dashboard also gives the public access to information to hold us accountable to equity principles.
Read MoreOne year of the pandemic: Recognizing our staff, partners and volunteers
A full year with COVID-19 in King County has brought tremendous pain and tremendous change. For Public Health – Seattle & King County employees, along with our volunteers and partner organizations, it’s also highlighted how critically important our work can be for the community.
Read MoreSCHOOLS PREPARING FOR A MEASURED RETURN TO IN-PERSON LEARNING
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.
Read MoreAlongside the ongoing transmission of COVID-19, common colds are on the rise in Seattle and King County
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.
Read MoreWhat is Pandemic EBT? Get help buying groceries while schools are closed
Due to COVID-19 school closures, families may be eligible to get help with food benefits. These food benefits are called Pandemic EBT Emergency School Meals Program or P-EBT.
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