Never touch a bat: What you need to know about bats and rabies

July 30, 2026.Reading time 9 minutes.

Any person or animal that touched or had contact with the bat or its saliva could be at risk of getting rabies. If you see a bat, don’t touch it! Bats lying on the ground, flying during daytime, making a lot of noise, or otherwise acting sick are more likely to have rabies.

What to do if a rat comes up your toilet

January 18, 2023.Reading time 5 minutes.

A rat in a sewer pipe sniffs at tendrils of aroma. The rat pictures in a burger in a thought bubble.

Heavy rains and flooding can send more rats into the sewer system. Find out the simple steps to deal with a rat in your toilet.

Hazy Days Are Here Again

September 8, 2020.Reading time 6 minutes.

Wildfire smoke has returned to Western Washington. When air quality is at unhealthy levels, stay inside and avoid outdoor activity as much as possible. We’ve got tips for keeping indoor clean.

Coming together and still staying apart: Preventing an increase in COVID-19 as reopening begins

June 5, 2020.Reading time 6 minutes.

King County was approved for a modified Phase 1 of the Governor’s Safe Start plan. It allows for limited openings of recreational, social and business activity, provided that everyone adheres to the state’s public health guidance. As people come together more, it is more important than ever to maintain the safety principles that led to our success against the outbreak.

Staying connected while staying at home: Tips for older adults

April 11, 2020.Reading time 7 minutes.

Are you an older adult or do you have older adults in your life that you love? Protecting ourselves and those we love by staying apart is hard. Here are few ways that older adults can stay safe and healthy while still connecting with friends and family!

What to do if you have confirmed or suspected COVID-19 or are worried that you may have COVID-19

March 5, 2020.Reading time 16 minutes.

Update, 7/21/20: the CDC updated guidance on July 17, 2020. This post reflects this update. Summary: Public Health has specific advice for people who have been confirmed with COVID-19, have been around someone with COVID-19, or are feeling unwell but haven’t been in close contact with someone with COVID-19. With respect to testing, Public Health […]