Category: Infectious Disease
States Band Together vs. Coronavirus
Working together might become more important for states as gaps in federal preparation become even more apparent.
As Coronavirus Cancellations Swell, Officials Weigh How Far to Go
Their hope is to buy time to develop a vaccine and prevent health systems from being overwhelmed.
What Can Hospitals Do to Prepare for COVID-19 Cases?
What will it take to be ready? Experts give practical advice for hospitals of all sizes.
NIH trial of investigational vaccine for COVID-19 begins in Seattle
Study enrolling Seattle-based healthy adult volunteers.
How Intrepid Seattle Lab Sleuths Ramped Up Tests As Coronavirus Closed In
While officials in Washington, D.C., grappled with delays and red tape, two Univeristy of Washington virus hunters raced to make thousands of tests available.
Local blood supply in danger of collapse
While inventories are now holding steady, donations are dropping due to the coronavirus outbreak.. New donors are needed to step up.
Washington state waives cost for COVID-19 testing
From the Office of the Insurance Commissioner OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Health and the Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) are making sure residents don’t face financial barriers to COVID-19 testing when they need it. Insurance Commissioner…
No Matter What Some Public Officials Say, the Message You Need to Hear Is “Stay Home”
Mixed messaging from all levels of government is putting Americans at risk. No matter what politicians say, stay home, even if you feel fine.
Total number of COVID-19 cases in King County rises to 388, deaths to 35
There are 60 new cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in King County and three new deaths. Total number of cases is now 388. deaths 35.
Feeling Helpless About the Coronavirus? 10 Things You Can Do to Feel Less Helpless.
The news about coronavirus may make you feel helpless. But that’s not true. In fact, there are plenty of thing you can do to help those around you and yourself.
COVID-19 cases in King County rise to 328, deaths to 32
Public Health – Seattle & King County is reporting the following confirmed cases and deaths due to COVID-19 through 11:59 p.m. on 3/12/20 328 confirmed cases (up 58 from yesterday) 32 confirmed deaths (up 5 from yesterday) Deaths being reported…
Emergency Medical Responders Have Lacked Guidance and Are Stretched for Supplies and Personnel to Combat Coronavirus
By Marshall Allen, Topher Sanders, Joaquin Sapien and Lexi ChurchillProPublica After the first confirmed coronavirus case on U.S. soil, 800 miles to his north, the chief of a Northern California fire department gathered his executive team in mid-February to prepare…
Public Health Issues COVID-19 Guidance for Childcare and Early-learning Programs
Why are schools closing but not childcare? Parents still need to work and children need safe and enriching spaces to spend their days.
Public health officials issue COVID-19 guidance for local retail businesses
Stop handshaking. Clean hands. Promote “tap and pay.” Avoid touching faces. Cover coughs and sneezes Disinfect frequently-touched surfaces. Increase ventilation
Coronavirus Is Keeping Me Home From Work. Will I Get Paid?
Many workers getting sick with COVID-19 is only part of what worries them. What about getting paid if they are ill or have to be quarantined?