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Caring for loved ones

Caring for loved ones

Many of us are worried about, or trying to take care of, loved ones who are at higher risk for getting very sick from COVID-19.
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We’re All In This Together

We’re All In This Together

Remember early March? The kids were in school, and we only needed to stay home from work if we were sick. Today, the US has more cases of…
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Social Distancing and Mental Health

Social Distancing and Mental Health

We need each other. Being isolated from other people can make our physical and mental health worse and can especially trigger anxiety and…
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Washington State Department of Health
Getting Your Questions Answered

Getting Your Questions Answered

So much has changed in the last several weeks, and the world has learned so much about COVID-19. Let’s review some of our Frequently Asked…
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Coronavirus Is Not Fair

Coronavirus Is Not Fair

Have you had a chance to develop your version of the “life’s not fair” speech.
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Stay Home to Conserve Hospital Resources

Stay Home to Conserve Hospital Resources

Over the last three weeks, we’ve seen a sharp increase in the number of people hospitalized for fever and respiratory symptoms. This week…
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Pandemic Stress

Pandemic Stress

Disease outbreaks bring feelings of overwhelm, helplessness and worry. Social distancing is absolutely necessary right now to protect…
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A Weekend at Home

A Weekend at Home

Let’s take some time during this quiet weekend at home to take care of ourselves and connect with our loved ones.
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Testing and today’s frequently asked questions

Testing and today’s frequently asked questions

COVID-19 daily update
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Washington State Department of Health
Child care + frequently asked questions

Child care + frequently asked questions

Gargling & toilet paper (again!)
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Washington State Department of Health
Stay home to conserve health care resources

Stay home to conserve health care resources

Postpone routine visits
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Washington State Department of Health
Save Some for Your Neighbors!

Save Some for Your Neighbors!

Shop responsibly.
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Washington State Department of Health
Coming together to stay apart

Coming together to stay apart

Social distancing and daily life
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Washington State Department of Health
Leave some for your neighbor

Leave some for your neighbor

Help others by buying just what you need
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School closures and frequently asked questions about COVID-19

School closures and frequently asked questions about COVID-19

The state Department of Health wants to keep you as informed as possible about continuing developments surrounding COVID-19 as well as…
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Personal Protection Equipment

Personal Protection Equipment

Many people who get COVID-19 have mild illness they can take care of at home, but some people need to see their healthcare provider or get…
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Washington State Department of Health
Talking to Kids About COVID-19

Talking to Kids About COVID-19

Have You Talked to Your Kids About COVID-19?
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Stock Up on Your Prescriptions

Stock Up on Your Prescriptions

Do you take prescription medicines regularly? Make a list of all the medicines that you need regularly and ask the pharmacy or your…
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Washington State Department of Health
Social Distancing and Quarantine: What You Need to Know

Social Distancing and Quarantine: What You Need to Know

Changing our behavior is never easy. But keeping more space between yourself and others can help keep disease from spreading.
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COVID-19 Testing Process: What You Need To Know

COVID-19 Testing Process: What You Need To Know

You may be wondering about whether or not you need to get tested for the coronavirus and what happens when you do get tested. Here’s what…
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Frequently Asked Questions About COVID-19 (March 8, 2020)

Frequently Asked Questions About COVID-19 (March 8, 2020)

As the Department of Health responds to the COVID-19 outbreak in Washington State, we get hundreds of questions each day.
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Ten ways to protect the public’s health

Ten ways to protect the public’s health

COVID-19 in WA state update: March 7
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Quit smoking — while pregnant

Quit smoking — while pregnant

A new smartphone app is available for pregnant women who smoke
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Washington State Department of Health
Support Our Community Members in Quarantine

Support Our Community Members in Quarantine

Hundreds of Americans have returned home from China and been asked to stay away from others (quarantine) since the start…
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Washington State Department of Health
Healthier together

Healthier together

Your heart and brain health benefit by connecting with others
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Washington State Department of Health
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