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Category: Prevention

Coronavirus, Prevention, Public Health

How on earth do I keep a face mask on my child?

June 25, 2020

How to keep my kids from touching them? What if it’s uncomfortable for them? I know I should be wash them every time they’re used but what if I don’t have time?

Coronavirus, Prevention, Public Health

Contact tracing explained

June 25, 2020

PREVENTION IS KEY FOR CONTAINING COVID-19 – HOW CASE INVESTIGATION PLAYS A ROLE

Coronavirus, Prevention, Public Health

Statewide face covering order goes into effect Friday

June 24, 2020

Order mandates the use of face coverings in any indoor or outdoor public setting in the state.

Coronavirus, Prevention, Public Health

Washington state mandates wearing face masks in public

June 24, 2020

You must wear a face covering in indoor public settings and outside if you cannot keep six feet (or two meters) away from other people at all times.

Coronavirus, Prevention

Face masks: Myths and Facts

June 24, 2020

For face masks to work, we have wear them consistently. And “consistently” means that all of us — even if we feel healthy — need to wear them in public places.

Coronavirus, Prevention, Public Health

The virus hasn’t let up; we can’t either

June 21, 2020

As we reopen, there will be more opportunities for COVID-19 to spread, That is why it is even more important to do everything we can to prevent transmission.

Coronavirus, Prevention

Can you visit your dad safely on Father’s Day? A doctor gives you a checklist

June 17, 2020

A physician has developed a matrix to help you decide how to safely celebrate Father’s Day in a fact-based and safe manner.

Prevention

How to tell if you’re dehydrated?

June 15, 2020

How do you know if you’re dehydrated? Who’s more at risk? And what can you do about it?

Coronavirus, Prevention

Staying Summer Safe During the Pandemic

May 23, 2020

Five ways to reduce your risk of COVID-19 over the holiday weekend and beyond.

Coronavirus, Prevention

Should you fly yet?

May 22, 2020

Should you fly yet? An epidemiologist and an exposure scientist walk you through the decision process.

Coronavirus, Prevention

Businesses Hoping to Reopen Join Run on PPE

May 22, 2020

As every state gradually lifts coronavirus restrictions, employers are scrambling to get enough protective equipment to create a safe work environment.

Coronavirus, Prevention, Public Health

How to stay safe at the pool, the beach or the park

May 20, 2020

Going alone or only with the people in your quarantine bubble will minimize your risk.

Prevention, Public Health

King County’s Face Covering Goes into Effect Today

May 18, 2020

Health officials urge everyone to wear a face covering at any indoor or outdoor public space where you may be within 6 feet of someone who doesn’t live with you

Coronavirus, Prevention, Public Health

How to make a mask at home

April 17, 2020

Making masks at home – what you need to know about how to reduce the transmission of coronavirus

Coronavirus, Prevention

The Feds Fell Short on PPE, So Everyday Americans Stepped Up

April 9, 2020

A widespread effort by businesses, university labs and everyday Americans has formed to make personal protective gear for vulnerable health professionals.

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