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Decentralized Wastewater Infrastructure
Decentralized Wastewater Infrastructure
Challenges and Opportunities
Washington State Department of Health
Sep 19
A doctor discusses what to know about long COVID
A doctor discusses what to know about long COVID
Dr. Friedly shares what we need to know about long COVID.
Washington State Department of Health
Sep 16
COVID-19 vaccine for young children is here!
COVID-19 vaccine for young children is here!
8 questions answered
Washington State Department of Health
Aug 11
Washington is one of first states to license promising new cancer treatment
Washington is one of first states to license promising new cancer t...
DOH helps clear the way for Alpha DaRT trials in our state
Washington State Department of Health
Jul 29
A flood of manure and how to stop it
A flood of manure and how to stop it
How we worked to relocate “manure lagoons” and protect public health during recent flooding
Washington State Department of Health
Jul 13
WA Notify continues to be a powerful tool to protect Washingtonians against COVID-19
WA Notify continues to be a powerful tool to protect Washingtonians...
Washington State Department of Health
Jul 11
How to beat back biting bugs
How to beat back biting bugs
Learn how to protect your family from pests with integrated pest management
Washington State Department of Health
Jul 8
Fast Access to COVID-19 Treatment in Washington
Fast Access to COVID-19 Treatment in Washington
What to know about the Test to Treat program
Washington State Department of Health
Jun 20
What you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccine for children under 5
What you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccine for children under 5
Parents of young children have eagerly awaited authorization of a COVID-19 vaccine series for children under 5 years old. We know you are…
Washington State Department of Health
Jun 16
How three Washington cities are making their streets safer
How three Washington cities are making their streets safer
Communities all throughout Washington are trying to make their streets safer for everyone who walks, cycles, or uses mobility devices. Have…
Washington State Department of Health
Jun 15
The latest on COVID-19 boosters
The latest on COVID-19 boosters
Big news on boosters!
Washington State Department of Health
Jun 10
Nurses and substance use: There’s help
Nurses and substance use: There’s help
Learn how nurses struggling with alcohol or drug misuse can find care and maintain their career
Washington State Department of Health
Jun 6
Got Mice?
Got Mice?
Learn the risks of hantavirus and how to protect yourself
Washington State Department of Health
May 27
Watch for ticks when you go outside this spring
Watch for ticks when you go outside this spring
Know how to avoid them, and help us report where they are
Washington State Department of Health
May 18
Even the soles of your shoes could save your life.
Even the soles of your shoes could save your life.
Or the life of someone you love.
Washington State Department of Health
May 12
Keeping our drinking water safe for you
Keeping our drinking water safe for you
We honor the Washington winners of the Drinking Water Week Awards
Washington State Department of Health
May 4
Seasonal Allergies or COVID-19? Understanding the Difference
Seasonal Allergies or COVID-19? Understanding the Difference
Symptoms can be similar; read our tips
Washington State Department of Health
May 2
This Earth Day, we celebrate keeping our planet and our people healthy
This Earth Day, we celebrate keeping our planet and our people healthy
Our Climate and Health Section invests in our planet every day
Washington State Department of Health
Apr 22
You told us you want safer products. Here’s what we’re doing about it.
You told us you want safer products. Here’s what we’re doing about it.
Safer Products for Washington uses your feedback to help get harmful chemicals out of the stuff we all buy.
Washington State Department of Health
Apr 20
Is Washington at risk of radiation from the conflict in Ukraine?
Is Washington at risk of radiation from the conflict in Ukraine?
Our radiation health expert provides some reassurance
Washington State Department of Health
Apr 18
Don’t Throw Away Your Masks
Don’t Throw Away Your Masks
Situations where masks are still required (and other times to consider one)
Washington State Department of Health
Apr 13
Changing Guidance in Schools: Masks, Tests, and When to Stay Home
Changing Guidance in Schools: Masks, Tests, and When to Stay Home
COVID-19 cases have come down across Washington, and as we move into the next phase of the pandemic there have been some big changes in the…
Washington State Department of Health
Apr 11
When It Comes to Flooding, What Will Keep You Safe?
When It Comes to Flooding, What Will Keep You Safe?
Learn where to get the information you need when you need it.
Washington State Department of Health
Mar 30
A Pediatrician’s Guidance for Protecting Your Child From COVID-19
A Pediatrician’s Guidance for Protecting Your Child From COVID-19
Part two of our conversation with Dr. Elias Kass
Washington State Department of Health
Mar 28
Exposed to COVID-19? What to do next
Exposed to COVID-19? What to do next
Washington State Department of Health
Mar 25
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