2006 Public Health News Releases
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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
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
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