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