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Coronavirus, Health Policy, Public Health

As Protests Spread, States Tread Carefully to Avoid Inflaming Extremists

April 21, 2020

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.

Coronavirus, Public Health

How the Bay area got ahead of COVID-19

April 21, 2020

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.

Coronavirus, Public Health

Seattle Health Officials Recommended Canceling Events with 10-50 People. Then 33,000 Fans Attended a Major League Soccer Game.

April 20, 2020

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.

Coronavirus, Public Health

How public health officials decide when to order closures

April 20, 2020

Health officer Dr. Jeff Duchin provides background on Public Health – Seattle & King County’s decision to close shops and events.

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, Public Health

Social distancing slows COVID-19 spread in region

April 16, 2020

The spread of COVID-19 is slowing thanks to residents in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties, who are broadly following the “stay home” message.

Coronavirus, Public Health

How Do We Exit The Shutdown? Hire An Army Of Public Health Workers

April 13, 2020

The ability to find people with the virus and prevent them from passing it to others — will be essential to reopening schools and businesses

Biotechnology, Coronavirus, Laboratory Medicine, Public Health

Analysis: The Real Tragedy Of Not Having Enough COVID-19 Tests

April 13, 2020

Knowing the result of a test allows rational individual decisions.

Coronavirus, Public Health

Why you don’t want to end social distancing too early

April 10, 2020

The danger of ending social distancing too early: A conversation with Public Health – Seattle & King County’s Health Officer

Coronavirus, Public Health

We Still Don’t Know How Many People Are in the Hospital With COVID-19

April 10, 2020

Many states report COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations differently, increasing the risk that U.S. will respond effectively as new coronavirus hot spots emerge.

Coronavirus, Public Health

King County COVID-19 cases climb to 3,688, deaths to 244

April 9, 2020

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…

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Coronavirus, Public Health

COVID-10 cases in King County reach 3,331, deaths 222

April 7, 2020

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.

Coronavirus, Prevention, Public Health

How to make, how to use and when to use a face mask

April 6, 2020

Mask use does not replace the need to follow these important precautions to prevent illness.

Coronavirus, Public Health

Inslee extends ‘Stay Home, Stay Healthy’ through May 4

April 3, 2020

The order, which banned all gatherings and temporarily shuttered non-essential businesses, will continue through May 4.

Coronavirus, Health Policy, Public Health

Governors take charge of response to the coronavirus

April 3, 2020

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.

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