by devani | Mar 27, 2024 | CDO
As of February 28, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends adults ages 65 years and older receive an additional dose of the updated 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccine. This recommendation acknowledges the increased risk of severe disease...
by devani | Mar 27, 2024 | CDO
The Washington Department of Health (DOH) reports more than a dozen Washingtonians die of COVID-19 every week. This month DOH announced new guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory viruses, including COVID-19. A key change is adjusting the length of...
by devani | Mar 27, 2024 | CDO
In 2024, people without a documented immigration status will have more health insurance options to choose from. Subsidies to help pay for certain private insurance plans have been available since January for this population, and an expansion of Washington Apple Health...
by devani | Feb 27, 2024 | CDO
Earlier this month, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) launched new kiosks that offer 24/7 access to safe and reliable COVID-19 and flu tests as well as other health care supplies. Kiosks have begun popping up across the state at food banks,...
by devani | Feb 27, 2024 | CDO
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has developed a library of communication materials about the Bridge Access Program, which is the federal program that helps adults without insurance or who are underinsured get free COVID-19 vaccines. ...
by devani | Feb 27, 2024 | CDO
Below is an updated list of free COVID-19 resources available to the public: At-home test kits Free at-home COVID-19 tests can be ordered here. Each household in the U.S. can receive an order of four tests. People with Washington Apple Health...
