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December 30, 2005
Extra DUI patrols continue through the New Year |
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December 28, 2005
Food Worker Card training and testing schedule for 2006 now available |
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December 28, 2005
Public Health releases 2004 Medical Examiner’s annual report on deaths in King County |
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December 15, 2005
Extra police patrols focus on intoxicated drivers |
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December 9, 2005
Communities Count 2005: A mixed report card for local quality of life |
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December 7, 2005
More of King County goes smoke-free |
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December 2, 2005
King County Board of Health meeting on December 9, 2005 |
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November 30, 2005
World AIDS Day highlights continued fight against epidemic |
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November 22, 2005
Public Health reports one case of imported measles |
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November 21, 2005
Darker days mean more danger for pedestrians |
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November 19, 2005
Hundreds vaccinated for seasonal flu as part of emergency preparedness drill |
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November 18, 2005
Asthma report finds significant progress made, but burden on poor remains high |
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November 17, 2005
Medical Examiner seeking public’s help to identify person |
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November 17, 2005
Make food safety a holiday tradition this year |
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November 10, 2005
Medical Examiner seeking public’s help with cold cases to identify human remains |
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November 10, 2005
Diabetes: The growing epidemic |
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November 10, 2005
Deaths of homeless people show harsh realities and complex health challenges |
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November 1, 2005
Beware the invisible killer this winter: Carbon monoxide is colorless and odorless but it can injure or kill |
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October 28, 2005
Extra traffic patrols “Surround the Sound” over Halloween |
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October 27, 2005
‘Take the Stairs’ campaign will be launched at Evergreen Hospital to promote physical activity |
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October 24, 2005
Service and innovation highlight Medic One and Emergency Medical Services report |
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October 17, 2005
Innovative emergency preparedness initiative readies local child care centers |
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October 14, 2005
King County Board of Health meeting on October 21, 2005 |
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October 13, 2005
Obesity and overweight prevention: Putting in action healthy living strategies |
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October 6, 2005
Recommending flu vaccination for high risk individuals |
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October 3, 2005
Businesses prepare with King County for pandemic influenza |
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September 28, 2005
Local bar patrons support smoke free bars |
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September 16, 2005
Steep rise in the uninsured leads to the highest rates on record |
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September 14, 2005
Promoting HIV/AIDS awareness is aim of soccer tournament with local African and Caribbean immigrant communities |
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September 12, 2005
Event stresses yearly checkups for African American women |
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September 9, 2005
King County Board of Health meeting on September 16, 2005 |
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September 2, 2005
Impaired driving focus of Labor Day patrols |
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August 31, 2005
Sims announces preparedness forum on pandemic flu |
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August 25, 2005
Public Health reports one case of imported measles |
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August 16, 2005
Immunize now for the 2005-6 school year |
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July 28, 2005
New report documents King County pedestrian fatalities, urges continued pedestrian safety activities |
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July 11, 2005
Public Health earns national emergency preparedness recognition |
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July 8, 2005
King County Board of Health meeting on July 15, 2005 |
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July 1, 2005
Extra patrols look for impaired drivers during most dangerous driving holiday |
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June 29, 2005
Summer campaign focuses on preventing alcohol use, risks for youth |
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June 13, 2005
King County Board of Health meeting on June 17, 2005 |
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June 8, 2005
Report dead birds to Public Health to help track West Nile virus |
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May 27, 2005
Tips on how to stay cool and healthy during hot weather |
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May 27, 2005
Funding for community-based HIV counseling and testing available for 2006 and 2007 |
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May 26, 2005
Swim safely and stay healthy at beaches and pools this summer |
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May 20, 2005
King County Board of Health passes resolution on pandemic influenza |
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May 18, 2005
Public Health director to leave after ten years of distinguished service |
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May 18, 2005
Rise in syphilis cases in gay and bisexual men highlights importance of testing, condom use |
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May 17, 2005
Strong response brings decrease in TB cases in 2004, but challenges remain |
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May 13, 2005
King County Board of Health meeting on May 20, 2005 |
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May 13, 2005
Leaders throughout the county move to implement action agenda to prevent obesity and overweight |
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May 3, 2005
Extra enforcements target seatbelt use and impaired driving on Cinco de Mayo |
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May 1, 2005
Enhancing local preparedness through mass medication dispensing drill |
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May 1, 2005
Availability of HIV Prevention Funds announced for 2006 and 2007 |
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April 27, 2005
Mariners team up with health and safety leaders to remind public to buckle-up, drive sober |
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April 21, 2005
National expert, local artist expose tobacco company’s marketing tactics |
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April 21, 2005
West Nile virus likely in King County in 2005, Public Health says |
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April 20, 2005
Outstanding diabetes educators are honored for supporting healthier living |
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April 19, 2005
Public is invited to discuss new risk-based restaurant permit categories |
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April 14, 2005
Emergency Medical Dispatchers of the Year honored by Public Health |
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April 14, 2005
12th Annual April Pools Day honors local heroes and encourages water safety practices |
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April 13, 2005
U-District Artwalk, smoke free events during April |
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April 8, 2005
King County Board of Health meeting on April 15, 2005 |
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April 4, 2005
Increased attention on pedestrian safety during April |
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April 4, 2005
Stepping and stepping out for Public Health – Walking our way to good health during Public Health Week 2005 |
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April 1, 2005
King County Medical Examiner's Statement regarding the Stanley Medical Research Institute
Letter to King County Council by Dr. Alonzo Plough, Director and Health Officer
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March 30, 2005
Public Health and American Lung Association win national recognition for children’s environmental health promotion |
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March 22, 2005
King County receives immunization awards from CDC |
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March 22, 2005
Honoring 20 years of Health Care for the Homeless |
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March 16, 2005
Police aim to keep Saint Patrick's Day safe |
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March 16, 2005
Heroin-related deaths still "unacceptably high" |
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March 14, 2005
King County Board of Health meeting on March 18, 2005 |
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March 4, 2005
New film by African-American women explores overcoming barriers to mammogram screenings |
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February 16, 2005
New, local study shows innovative approach to control sexually transmitted diseases |
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February 11, 2005
King County Board of Health meeting on February 18, 2005 |
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February 11, 2005
Sims, Edmonds, Plough statements on smoke free legislation |
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February 4, 2005
New TV game show teaches food safety |
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February 4, 2005
Local teachers will be awarded for excellence in physical education |
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January 27, 2005
Study shows workers in King County want to work smoke-free |
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January 14, 2005
King County Board of Health meeting on January 21, 2005 |
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January 13, 2005
Public Health removes flu shot restrictions for King County residents |
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January 12, 2005
Avoid spreading diseases during cold and flu season |
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January 6, 2005
Food code changes on the horizon – Public invited to provide input |
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January 5, 2005
Saving lives through early detection: Regular Pap tests are urged
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