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People in state high-risk insurance plans often feel left behind
The federal health law set up new plans that are cheaper and more comprehensive than the older ones run by states but consumers need to go without insurance for six months to qualify.
Author Archive: Washington Department of Health
Keeping food safe during power outages
When it comes to food safety, the general rule is, “If in doubt, throw it out.” Never taste suspicious food. It may look and smell fine, but bacteria that cause foodborne illness may be present and could make you sick.
Halloween Safety Tips from the Washington Department of Health.
Twice as many children are killed while walking on Halloween than on other days, but only one in three parents talks about Halloween safety with their kids.
Halloween safety tips from the Department of Health
Twice as many children are killed while walking on Halloween as on other days. Keep kids on sidewalks when possible and cross at crosswalks.
County fair safety tips from the Department of Health
In recent years disease outbreaks have been linked to a Pierce County petting farm, a King County farm camp, Whatcom and Clark County fairs, and the Puyallup State Fair.
Bugs that bite, sting and spread disease
Tips from the Washington State Department of Health on how to proect yourself from mosquitos, ticks and other summer pests.
Even if it feels cool outside, don’t leave children in parked cars — DoH warns
A 70-degree day can make the inside of a car dangerous in minutes. Children are more susceptible because their body temperatures can rise three to five times faster than an adult’s.
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