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Seattle & King County
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Seattle, WA 98104

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2006 Public Health News Releases

December 29, 2006
Public Health releases 2005 Medical Examiner's annual report on deaths in King County 

December 28, 2006
Extra DUI patrols continue through the New Year

December 16, 2006
Local carbon monoxide poisonings highlight danger

December 15, 2006
Extra police patrols throughout the holidays: 16th Annual "Night of 1,000 Stars" dedicated this year to two officers killed in crashes caused by impaired drivers

December 14, 2006
With power outages, avoid accidental carbon monoxide poisoning and keep food safe

December 11, 2006
New resuscitation guidelines may be saving lives in King County

December 9, 2006
Public Health reports one case of imported measles

December 8, 2006
King County Board of Health meeting on December 15, 2006

December 4, 2006
New paramedic service activated in south King County

December 4, 2006
New report on homeless deaths reflects the lethal threats of homelessness

December 2, 2006
Emergency preparedness gets a boost as hundreds are vaccinated for seasonal flu

December 1, 2006
Public Health statement regarding King County Ombudsman s Office report on Jail Health

November 30, 2006
World AIDS Day 2006 focuses on stopping AIDS, increasing testing

November 27, 2006
Vaccinate now for the 2006-2007 flu season

November 27, 2006
Sims names new Public Health director

November 21, 2006
Extra officers target unsafe drivers

November 21, 2006
Take care of your health, reduce stress during the holidays

November 20, 2006
Food safety tips for a safe and healthy holiday season

November 16, 2006
Continued commitment to service, world-class excellence mark Medic One and Emergency Medical Services report

November 14, 2006
A Spanish-language play about diabetes returns to raise community awareness

November 9, 2006
Horse dies in King County from West Nile virus

November 9, 2006
Seattle neighborhoods will receive U.S. postal mail deliveries as part of emergency preparedness exercise

November 7, 2006
Sixth West Nile virus bird detected in King County

November 2, 2006
Kudos for Public Health Emergency Preparedness Training: UW and Public Health partnership yields award-winning results

October 24, 2006
Two more birds with West Nile virus detected in King County

October 23, 2006
Learning Katrina s Lesson: Community comes together to serve the vulnerable in emergencies

October 23, 2006
King County Board of Health special meeting on October 27, 2006

October 18, 2006
Local black leaders to speak out, challenge community to stop HIV

October 13, 2006
West Nile virus detected in King County

October 13, 2006
King County Board of Health Meeting on October 20, 2006

October 12, 2006
A five second walk can save a child's life

October 4, 2006
Health summit focuses on gay men's strengths and new approaches to HIV and STD prevention

September 20, 2006
Seattle event promotes health screenings for African American women

September 19, 2006
Public Health launches intensive campaign during National Clean Hands Week

September 12, 2006
Medical Examiner seeking public's help to identify person

September 8, 2006
King County Board of Health meeting on September 15, 2006

September 5, 2006
2nd Annual South King County Latina Health Fair

September 1, 2006
Public Health accepting proposals for HIV/AIDS care services

August 31, 2006
Drunk driving crackdown continues through Labor Day

August 30, 2006
Continued strong decline in smoking rates in King County

August 21, 2006
Control activities lead to continued decrease of TB cases in 2005

August 15, 2006
Immunizations will keep children safe, healthy and in school

August 11, 2006
Update: All of King County closed to shellfish harvesting

August 10, 2006
South King County closed to shellfish harvesting

August 2, 2006
New Public Health Reserve Corps invites volunteers for disaster response

July 27, 2006
Mosquito season in full swing, take West Nile virus precautions

July 26, 2006
Bellevue Emergency Medical Dispatchers of the Year will be honored by Public Health

July 20, 2006
Report contact with bats to Public Health

July 12, 2006
High number of local drownings cause for serious concern

July 10, 2006
King County Board of Health meeting on July 14, 2006

June 28, 2006
Local river conditions present danger for water enthusiasts

June 26, 2006
Staying cool from the sun: tips to stay healthy in the heat

June 26, 2006
Stay healthy and save lives: National HIV Testing Day marks the importance of regular testing

June 19, 2006
Digital Library will put community and health professionals in touch with quality information

June 16, 2006
Vashon Island closed to shellfish harvesting

June 12, 2006
Local input sought at state health policy forum

June 9, 2006
King County Board of Health meeting on June 16, 2006

May 15, 2006
King County Board of Health meeting on May 19, 2006

May 11, 2006
Advancing actions to change obesity and overweight trends

May 11, 2006
Walking maps provide direction to healthier future in North Bend and Snoqualmie

May 10, 2006
Community comes together for Columbia City Walks!

May 4, 2006
Extra officers will look for intoxicated drivers on Cinco de Mayo

May 4, 2006
A Spanish-language play about diabetes seeks to raise community awareness

April 24, 2006
Tooth decay persists for many Seattle and King County children, according to 2005 Smile Survey

April 14, 2006
King County Board of Health meeting on April 21, 2006

April 12, 2006
Local heroes honored, water safety promoted during 13th Annual April Pools Day event

April 11, 2006
Tackling tough questions to keep youth tobacco free

April 6, 2006
Children urged to "Live outside the box"

April 5, 2006
Decisions to be made regarding 2007 and 2008 funding for HIV/AIDS care services in King County

April 3, 2006
Stepping out for better health, community takes Public Health Week in stride

March 16, 2006
St. Patrick's Day patrols seek to keep streets safe

March 16, 2006
Public Health and Children's issue safety warning for Magnetix toys

February 28, 2006
King County, local health care leaders rise to the threat of pandemic flu with cooperative Health Care Coalition

February 23, 2006
Benefits of immunizations against serious diseases touted in new campaign

February 22, 2006
Better food and more physical activity help energize meetings and workplace

February 17, 2006
Health of King County reports finds improvements and challenges

February 14, 2006
Is there a meth lab in your neighborhood?

February 10, 2006
King County Board of Health Meeting on February 17, 2006

January 18, 2006
Pedestrian Safety Summit aims to prevent future tragedies

January 13, 2006
King County Board of Health Meeting on January 20, 2006