To Public Health, with love

February 14, 2022.Reading time 2 minutes.

Our annual valentines are love letters to the incredible, dedicated public health workers, our phenomenal community partners, and all who have done so much to support the health of our communities in big and small ways. We hope you feel the love!!!! XOXO Originally published on February 14, 2022.

Parks and Recreation, Public Health and Pawnee

April 30, 2020.Reading time 9 minutes.

Parks and Recreation returns for a benefit episode for food banks, set in the midst of COVID-19. We reflect on our favorite public health themed episodes of the show.

Public Health Crafter’s Corner: Last-minute DIY gifts

December 20, 2019.Reading time 4 minutes.

During this festive month, are you in a pinch for gifts for all those parties and get-togethers? Fortunately, we have some DIY ideas that will express “I care” and also announce “I am really, really craftsy!” So let’s get started. Bedazzled hand sanitizer bottle Any party host will appreciate this glamorous and practical gift! Truly, […]

A wake-up call that will help you sleep better

July 12, 2019.Reading time 7 minutes.

Even if you slept through this morning’s 4.6 earthquake (like me), consider it Mother Nature’s kick-in-the-pants to update your readiness for the Big One. Or as our friends at King County Office of Emergency put it: Today’s earthquake was a literal “wake up” call. It’s true that our region has the potential for a major earthquake (remember that […]

Using a public health approach to reach zero youth detention

June 5, 2019.Reading time 10 minutes.

Research shows that youth have a better chance at positive adulthood when they don’t interact with the legal system. A public health approach means employing prevention and intervention strategies that eliminate the need for juvenile detention and promote the well-being of all youth.