skip to main content

How to find us

Phone: 206-296-4600
TTY Relay: 711

Toll-free: 800-325-6165

Click here to email us

Instructions to submit a Public Records Request

2004 Public Health News Releases

December 30, 2004 
HIV/AIDS Planning Council launches open process for prevention planning

December 28, 2004
DUI patrols last through the New Year

December 17, 2004
Public Health expands flu shot eligibility for King County residents

December 13, 2004
Homeless deaths examined in new study

December 10, 2004
King County Board of Health meeting on December 17, 2004

December 8, 2004
More flu vaccine in King County, more places to get vaccinated

December 1, 2004
More places for high-risk people to receive flu shots in King County

November 29, 2004
Public Health announces plan to distribute flu vaccine

November 29, 2004
Extra police patrols throughout the holidays

November 23, 2004
Holiday food safety guidelines from Public Health

November 18, 2004
King County will continue to provide world-class paramedic service in south King County

November 10, 2004
Celebrate smoke-free restaurants and bars in Seattle and King County

October 28, 2004
Officers "Surround the Sound" to prevent real-life frights during Halloween

October 21, 2004
Grant will expand preventive health services to thousands of children

October 15, 2004
Infant mortality in King County at new low, but concerning disparities remain

October 14, 2004
Avoid touching oil at contaminated beaches, Public Health advises

October 12, 2004
Public Health takes additional steps to make sure influenza vaccine is used appropriately

October 8, 2004
King County Board of Health Meeting on October 15, 2004

October 5, 2004
Public Health asks public and health care providers for help in getting flu vaccine to highest risk groups

September 29, 2004
Case of teen with meningococcal disease not a risk to public

September 27, 2004
Public Health issues annual report on Medic One and Emergency Medical Services

September 17, 2004
Event stresses health screenings for African American women

September 15, 2004
Leaders throughout the county create action agenda for obesity prevention

September 13, 2004
Public Health releases 2003 Medical Examiner’s annual report on deaths in King County

September 10, 2004
King County Board of Health Meeting on September 17, 2004

September 8, 2004
Promoting HIV/AIDS awareness is aim of weekend soccer tournament for local African immigrant communities

September 3, 2004
More women and children will get fresh farmers markets fruits and vegetables through WIC

September 2, 2004
Labor Day Traffic Safety Patrols looking for dangerous drivers

August 18, 2004
Touch a bat? Get it tested for rabies, advises Public Health

August 13, 2004
Stretch of Alki Beach reopens

August 13, 2004
Stretch of Alki Beach remain temporarily closed

August 12, 2004
Stretch of Alki Beach closed temporarily

August 11, 2004
King County taking steps to reduce potential West Nile virus impact

August 9, 2004
New grant expands oral health services

August 4, 2004
Keep children safe and healthy by immunizing now for the 2004-5 school year

July 26, 2004
Exclusive breastfeeding reduces chance of childhood diseases, obesity, common illnesses

July 22, 2004
Beach goers: Reduce your risk of swimmers' itch and other water illnesses

July 19, 2004
HIV/AIDS Planning Council adopts allocation plan for 2005 care services

July 12, 2004
Board of Health meeting on July 16, 2004

June 23, 2004
National HIV Testing Day highlights need for gay and bisexual men to get tested regularly

June 16, 2004
Prevent tragedies by locking up guns

June 4, 2004
King County Board of Health meeting on June 11, 2004

May 19, 2004
West Nile virus expected in King County in 2004, Public Health says

May 17, 2004
New Seattle wellness center will provide homeless people with integrated health services

May 15, 2004
Bike helmets are "Ticket to Safety"

May 14, 2004
King County Board of Health meeting on May 21, 2004

May 12, 2004
Covering the Uninsured Week: Increase access and quality, decrease costs

May 3, 2004
Community leaders promote a safe Cinco de Mayo

April 29, 2004
Asthma can be identified, controlled early in children

April 27, 2004
Workshops for septic system scheduled

April 22, 2004
HIV/AIDS Planning Council launches open process for care services funding for 2005-2006

April 14, 2004
Public Health honors Emergency Medical Dispatcher of the Year

April 9, 2004
King County Board of Health meeting on April 16, 2004

April 8, 2004
April Pools Day emphasizes water safety and fun during swimming and boating season

April 7, 2004
Launching of White Center and Boulevard Park community information web site

April 7, 2004
Public Health reports new imported measles outbreak

April 5, 2004
Public invited to discuss septic and well-water services and fees

April 5, 2004
Sims, Nickels proclaim Public Health Week

April 1, 2004
Partners offer free, confidential alcohol screenings

March 30, 2004
King County youth promote tobacco free lifestyles and Kick Butts on March 31

March 17, 2004
Public Health and a record number of pharmacies join in HIV, hepatitis prevention

March 15, 2004
Saint Patrick's Day patrols seek hazardous drivers

March 12, 2004
King County Board of Health meeting on March 19, 2004

March 11, 2004
Advances in STD and HIV prevention presented by Public Health officials

February 13, 2004
King County Board of Health meeting on February 20, 2004

February 10, 2004
Restaurants continue to choose to go smoke-free

February 3, 2004
Public Health issues new report and policy agenda on early childhood development

February 2, 2004
New TV show informs about the health dangers of wood smoke

January 28, 2004
New walking maps in Kirkland, Issaquah and Duvall promote physical activity

January 21, 2004
Community-based HIV counseling and testing contract granted to Gay City Health Project

January 16, 2004
King County Board of Health Meeting on January 23, 2004