DH’s role as a technical assistance provider in the DOH Community-Driven Outreach (CDO) Initiative concluded on 5/31/2024.
For more information, visit WA Portal or contact DOH at communityinvestmentsandengagement@doh.wa.gov.

Medicaid Continuous Enrollment Ended March 31 

Starting this month, changes to Medicaid continuous enrollment provisions may lead to loss of coverage for individuals who are no longer eligible.  The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 determined that Medicaid continuous enrollment would expire on March...

Changes coming to COVID-19 programs  

The federal government declared a Public Health Emergency (PHE) at the start of the pandemic. That declaration cleared the way for flexibility in funding and operating health and social service programs. COVID-19 remains a serious illness, but the “Public Health...

COVID-19 Vaccine Not Required for the 2023-2024 School Year 

In a recent webinar, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) announced that the COVID-19 vaccine will not be required for K-12 students for the 2023-2024 school year.  This announcement was one of several updates to immunization requirements for pre-K and...

COVID-19 Mental Health Resources Available  

The Washington State Department of Health’s (DOH) Behavioral Health Resources and Recommendations page features a variety of resources including podcasts, reports and blogs to support people coping with COVID-19 and other health concerns.   Check out the...