Media Release: Tips for staying safe outdoors as more recreation lands reopen

Summary:    More public lands are reopening for limited use following closures to slow the spread of COVID-19. King County is offering guidelines for safely enjoying parks, trails, and natural areas. Story:    King County Parks is reopening parks and trails on May 8 following a six-week closure in support of Gov. Jay Inslee’s Stay Home, Stay Healthy order […]

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Media Release: Two reports show COVID-19 transmission has slowed, while most people still susceptible

Summary:   Two new reports provide further confirmation that social distancing measures have reduced transmission of COVID-19 in King County. Story:   The number of COVID-19 infections in King County has been on the decline since the end of March, according to two recent reports that are consistent with data from Public Health – Seattle & King County. The […]

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Public encouraged to watch for wider range of symptoms for COVID-19

Summary:    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has added to its list of symptoms for COVID-19. Also, as more farmers markets open for the spring, customers are encouraged to practice important safety measures.    Story:    As researchers continue to learn more about COVID-19, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) just added six new symptoms to its list of known COVID-19 symptoms.   People with […]

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A clean house is awesome. Accidental poisoning is not.

By Michell Mouton, Hazardous Waste Management Program, Environmental Health Let’s take a deep breath, slow down and have a talk about cleaning, disinfecting and staying safe. With more people using cleaning products during the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s been an increase in accidental poisonings in Washington State. The Washington Poison Center reported a 23% increase in […]

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Report: COVID-19 transmission decline slowing, rapid rise in cases at risk without continued social distancing

Summary:   A new report from the Institute for Disease Modeling shows the decrease in COVID-19 transmission in King County has slowed. Continued social distancing, and additional disease control measures, are necessary to avoid a rebound in new cases that could overwhelm the healthcare system. Story:   Research shows COVID-19 transmission decline slowing, rapid rise in disease […]

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Not seeing friends and family is HARD. But it’s worth it.

Grandparents miss cuddling their grandbabies. Teens miss hangouts and deep talks with their closest friends. We miss seeing our siblings and cousins, best friends, barbers, co-workers, teachers, and gym buddies. Everyone is feeling the strain from the lack of in-person interaction that makes life rich and full. COVID-19 is taking a toll, and we all […]

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