Category: Public Health
What is social distancing?
Social distancing: What it is and why it’s the best tool we have to fight the coronavirus
Coronavirus cases rise to 562 in King County, deaths to 56
The total of COVID-19 cases in King County has risen to 561, up by 44 from yesterday, and deaths to 56, up by 10.
Why Singapore’s coronavirus response worked – and what we can all learn
Dale Fisher, National University of Singapore Singapore’s response to the coronavirus has been held up by many around the world as a model. As of this week, the country has had 266 total cases (with zero deaths), and its infection…
AIDS crisis has 3 lessons to guide how the we respond to coronavirus – UW researcher
Act fast and think big. It’s everybody’s disease. Investing in research and public health pays off.
Panic Buying Puts Grocery Workers and Shoppers at Risk
Shopping when you’re already stocked up puts you at risk of getting sick or infecting others, including workers who have no choice but to be there.
King County COVID-19 cases rise to 518, deaths to 46
As community transmission becomes more widespread, Public Health is learning of positive cases across businesses and organizations in King County.
Social distancing, quarantine and self-isolation: A primer
To Stop Coronavirus In Its Tracks, Here’s Your Guide To 5 Degrees Of Separation
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.
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.
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…
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
COVID-19 cases in King County rise to 270, deaths to 27
Thirty-six new cases were reported today bringing the total in King County to 270. In addition, one new death is reported, bringing the total deaths to 27.
Should I Quarantine Because of Coronavirus? It Depends on Whom You Ask.
People who have been exposed to the coronavirus are being given incomplete or misleading information about whether they should quarantine themselves.
Public health not recommending school closures at this time.
Public Health – Seattle & King County is not recommending closure of schools and childcare programs when cases of COVID-19 have not been identified in the school community.