Official insights from Public Health – Seattle & King County staff
The days are warmer which means more time for cleaning your garage or working in the garden. As you clean out that shed, or work on that weeding, be prepared for animals you may encounter at home and in your yard. Here is your local guide to help prevent some of the diseases that are spread between animals and humans.
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The healthcare sector is a significant contributor to climate change, producing around 10% of total carbon emissions. Climate change strains healthcare systems, increasing visits and deaths. It’s crucial for healthcare to reduce emissions, waste, and improve energy efficiency while adapting to climate change. A new playbook supports hospitals and clinics in this effort, offering practical guidance and support.
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Celebrate Bicycle Safety Month by exploring King County’s family-friendly trails. The Bike Playground at Dick Thurnau Memorial Park in White Center offers a fun and safe traffic garden where children can learn how to bike in traffic.
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One individual in a group of international travelers developed measles during their quarantine in Seattle. The individual is recovering and is no longer contagious, and the rest of the group have completed their quarantines. There are no public exposures.
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Every two years, University of Washington’s Addictions, Drug & Alcohol Institute (ADAI), in partnership with Public Health, conducts a statewide survey of people who utilize syringe service programs. We sat down with Sara Glick, PhD, Epidemiologist for Public Health – Seattle & King County, Associate Professor at University of Washington, and the lead researcher and author of the local report, to learn about the report findings.
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Our toxicologist, Dr. Shirlee Tan, explains about why PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” are a concern and what consumers should know about PFAS in food packaging.
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