Category: Public Health
As Protests Spread, States Tread Carefully to Avoid Inflaming Extremists
In the Northwest, where anti-government militia groups have long had a presence, states have largely ignored those who are openly defying stay-at-home orders.
How the Bay area got ahead of COVID-19
Bay Area public health officials issued the nation’s first stay-at-home order, likely saving thousands of lives and charting a course for much of the country.
Seattle Health Officials Recommended Canceling Events with 10-50 People. Then 33,000 Fans Attended a Major League Soccer Game.
Two days after recommending canceling events greater than 10-50 people,” King County officials let a soccer match be held with 33,000 fans, squeezed together.
How public health officials decide when to order closures
Health officer Dr. Jeff Duchin provides background on Public Health – Seattle & King County’s decision to close shops and events.
How to make a mask at home
Making masks at home – what you need to know about how to reduce the transmission of coronavirus
Social distancing slows COVID-19 spread in region
The spread of COVID-19 is slowing thanks to residents in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties, who are broadly following the “stay home” message.
How Do We Exit The Shutdown? Hire An Army Of Public Health Workers
The ability to find people with the virus and prevent them from passing it to others — will be essential to reopening schools and businesses
Analysis: The Real Tragedy Of Not Having Enough COVID-19 Tests
Knowing the result of a test allows rational individual decisions.
Why you don’t want to end social distancing too early
The danger of ending social distancing too early: A conversation with Public Health – Seattle & King County’s Health Officer
We Still Don’t Know How Many People Are in the Hospital With COVID-19
Many states report COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations differently, increasing the risk that U.S. will respond effectively as new coronavirus hot spots emerge.
King County COVID-19 cases climb to 3,688, deaths to 244
Public Health – Seattle & King County reports as of Midnight Tuesday, April 7th there have been 3,688 confirmed cases of COVID-19 cases, up from 202 from Monday, and 244 deaths, up 14 from Monday. Detailed information about demographics of…
COVID-10 cases in King County reach 3,331, deaths 222
As of Monday, midnight there have been 3.331 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the county, up 164 from Sunday, and 222 confirmed deaths, up 14.
How to make, how to use and when to use a face mask
Mask use does not replace the need to follow these important precautions to prevent illness.
Inslee extends ‘Stay Home, Stay Healthy’ through May 4
The order, which banned all gatherings and temporarily shuttered non-essential businesses, will continue through May 4.
Governors take charge of response to the coronavirus
Governors are taking aggressive action in their states in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, each is tailoring the response to the unique needs of their state.