by Beth | Apr 27, 2022 | Uncategorized
The Department of Health (DOH) invites community partners to share feedback pertaining to the Preventative Health and Health Services Block Grant funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The purpose of the grant is to address public health needs...
by Beth | Apr 27, 2022 | Uncategorized
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently announced a new COVID-19 Quarantine and Isolation Calculator to help individuals identify what to do if they have COVID-19 or are exposed to someone with COVID-19. This tool may help individuals decide...
by Beth | Apr 26, 2022 | Uncategorized
At-home testing kits play an important role in reducing the spread of COVID-19 within our communities. At-home rapid tests can be purchased at most local pharmacies and may also be available for free through the Federal USPS Testing Portal or the DOH Say Yes! COVID...
by Beth | Apr 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
On April 13, the Washington State Board of Health (SBOH) voted not to include the COVID-19 vaccine in schools’ immunization requirements. Since 1979, Washington state law has required school children to receive certain vaccines before attending school or day care. The...
by Beth | Apr 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
Antiviral medications are a method of treating infections that reduces viral load, increases immunity, and reduces symptoms. There are currently three antiviral drugs available to symptomatic adults with confirmed cases of COVID-19—two are oral and one is...
by Beth | Apr 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
During our community conversation on transportation needs, partners flagged that cost-related barriers to transportation further exacerbate COVID-19 health inequities. Resources like gas vouchers, free or reduced-cost Lyft rides, and insurance-based coverage options...
