2000 Public Health News Releases
December 28, 2000
DUI and traffic safety emphasis patrols in King County shine for "Night of 1000 Stars"
December 15, 2000
Sims joins with law enforcement to kick-off "Night of 1000 Stars" traffic safety emphasis patrols
December 14, 2000
Summary of 2000 Drug Trends in King County -- Heroin use has largest impact, cocaine use increases
December 7, 2000
Public Health Director encourages shoppers to give the gift of safety this holiday season
December 7, 2000
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December 6, 2000
Public Health's Environmental Health Services opens new Seattle office
November 30, 2000
Community "Summit" convenes on World AIDS Day to address sexual risk taking issues among gay men
November 30, 2000
Public Health releases report on death trends for King County
November 28, 2000
Smoking diversion classes offered by Public Health as alternative to school suspension
November 16, 2000
A safe and healthy holiday season includes safe food handling and cooking practices
November 15, 2000
Sims honors 14 Bothell and Kenmore retailers for refusing to sell tobacco to King County's youth
November 14, 2000
Flu season information now available online
November 14, 2000
HIV/AIDS planners seek feedback from King County residents living with HIV/AIDS
November 9, 2000
"Surround the Sound" Halloween emphasis patrols a resounding success
November 8, 2000
Pet licenses will be sold at food worker training in North Bend
October 31, 2000
Remains of illegal Chinese immigrants returned to families
October 31, 2000
Restaurant closures now posted online
October 30, 2000
The truth about bats: Public Health vet sets the story straight on this misunderstood mammal
October 26, 2000
DUI and traffic safety patrols "Surround the Sound" for the Halloween weekend
October 24, 2000
Free mammogram screenings available next week (first week November, 2000 only)
October 19, 2000
Hospitalizations for childhood asthma increase 53% in King County, according to new report
October 12, 2000
Public Health recommends changes in administration of influenza vaccine due to delays in vaccine delivery
October 11, 2000
More progress needed in improving the oral health of King County residents
October 10, 2000
King County Board of Health had full agenda for October 2000 meeting
October 5, 2000
Sims announces significant grant to fight diabetes
September 12, 2000
Latest report on firearm injuries and deaths in King County
September 1, 2000
Legionnaires' Disease associated with potting soil
August 22, 2000
New King County report documenting racial disparities in infant mortality
August 14, 2000
Public Health offers free, educational workshops for septic system owners
August 11, 2000
Live call-in TV show will provide answers for on-site sewage system owners
August 4, 2000
New water safety laws prohibit swimming in Lake Washington Ship Canal
August 3, 2000
Public Health launches landmark webpages on the health of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered communities
August 1, 2000
Planning Council adopts plan for HIV/AIDS care services funding priorities for King County
July 26, 2000
Homeless people deserve safe food
July 26, 2000
Jelly-fruit cup poses choking hazard
July 26, 2000
Food worker card training/testing now available in seven languages
July 26, 2000
Public Health releases final report on arsenic and lead soil testing on Vashon-Maury Island and south-coastal King County
July 14, 2000
July agenda: King County Board of Health meeting
June 29, 2000
Public Health and law enforcement team up to encourage safe and sane driving for holiday weekend
June 28, 2000
Swimmers' itch at local beaches
June 27, 2000
Green River logjam creates drowning hazard
June 22, 2000
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Health is Public Health
June 21, 2000
As beaches open for the summer, Public Health reminds residents to swim safely
June 20, 2000
King County Executive Ron Sims releases the "Communities Count" report
June 14, 2000
Public Health determines cause of Argosy Cruise illness
June 12, 2000
Public Health participates in Surgeon General's conference on Children and Oral Health
June 12, 2000
King County Board of Health June 2000 meeting
June 8, 2000
Public Health launches campaign on the benefits of breastfeeding for mother and child
June 7, 2000
Tobacco sales to teens on the rise in Grays Harbor County
June 1, 2000
Sims proclaims June 2000 as "Healthy People and Health Communities Month"
May 24, 2000
Public Health cautions parents about household environmental hazards
May 11, 2000
King County Board of Health has full agenda for May meeting
May 10, 2000
Summary of 1999 Drug Trends in King County issued by Public Health
May 5, 2000
Public Health and law enforcement collaborate to reduce alcohol-related crashes on Cinco de Mayo
May 4, 2000
New mural promotes "Hope and Help" for traumatic Brain injury prevention and care
April 27, 2000
Over 500 youth to celebrate Drug-Free Washington Month
April 27, 2000
New booklet about benefits and risks of childhood immunization is a "must have" for concerned parents
April 21, 2000
Public Health offers free lead screening for children 6 years and younger
April 20, 2000
King County Board of Health meeting on April 21, 2000
April 18, 2000
"Recall Roundup" to get hazardous products out of King County homes and thrift stores
April 6, 2000
Free mammogram screenings available
April 5, 2000
Kids across King County 'Kick Butts' on April 5, 2000
April 3, 2000
The Washington State Department of Health's comprehensive air quality study of the SeaTac area to learn if jets are polluting nearby communities
March 31, 2000
Transfer stations to operate if garbage strike occurs; public health precautions outlined
March 16, 2000
Highway 99 target of St. Patrick's Day traffic patrol
March 16, 2000
Public Health Director urges healthy eating to reduce risk of cancer, diabetes, and heart disease
March 15, 2000
Temporary paramedic services added in Duvall and Carnation area
March 10, 2000
King County Board of Health meets March 17, 2000
March 8, 2000
Upcoming St. Patrick's Day traffic patrol focuses on Highway 99
March 8, 2000
Manure in stream may pose risk to the public's health
March 7, 2000
Public Health - Seattle & King County selected to produce landmark health webpages for Lesbians and Gay Men
March 1, 2000
Dr. Richard Harruff appointed King County Medical Examiner
February 29, 2000
Public Health Director commends University policy stopping sale of tobacco
February 28, 2000
HIV/AIDS Planning Council launches open process for care planning
February 23, 2000
Medical Examiner's statement: Three adult Asian males found dead in a cargo container at Pier 18
February 23, 2000
Public Health selected to receive award for service to Eastside communities
February 11, 2000
HIV testing clinic will close in May
February 11, 2000
King County Board of Health meeting in February
January 25, 2000
UPDATE: Number of cases of shigellosis continue to climb
January 24, 2000
Resolution attacks underage alcohol use
January 21, 2000
Señor Felix's Five Layer Dip may contain shigella
January 21, 2000
Dramatic rise in uninsured rate seen among those with low income
January 20, 2000
King County tobacco retailers achieve high mark
January 18, 2000
Hepatitis education and vaccine drive targets gay and bisexual men
January 12, 2000
Domestic violence agencies and Child Protective Services collaborate to help families
January 11, 2000
Autopsies performed on 3 adult males found dead in cargo container at Pier 18
January 10, 2000
Diabetes death rate in King County has increased by 50% since 1987. Disproportionate impact seen in minority communities
January 5, 2000
Number of smoke-free restaurants highest ever for King County
January 5, 2000
Van Asselt Elementary students have a SNAC
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