On March 31, 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published updated COVID-19 vaccination guidance related to second booster doses. Older adults, those considered moderately or severely immunocompromised and any recipient of an initial and booster dose of the J&J/Janssen vaccine are now eligible to receive a second booster dose. Older Adults Individuals 50 years and older who …
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Frequently Asked Questions | Testing for COVID-19
Accessing testing kits Where can I get a COVID-19 test? Please try the following options: While supplies last, order a free testing kit from Say Yes! COVID Test (sayyescovidhometest.org // https://www.sayyescovidhometest.org/casa.html) Limit one order per household.Order a free testing kit from the Federal program at CovidTests.gov. Limit one order per household.Purchase an at-home test at local retailers and pharmacies.If you …
Read More »Frequently Asked Questions | Testing for COVID-19
Accessing testing kits Where can I get a COVID-19 test? Please try the following options: While supplies last, order a free testing kit from Say Yes! COVID Test (sayyescovidhometest.org // https://www.sayyescovidhometest.org/casa.html) Limit one order per household.Order a free testing kit from the Federal program at CovidTests.gov. Limit one order per household.Purchase an at-home test at local retailers and pharmacies.If you …
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A Conversation with DOH’s Chief Science Officer, Dr. Kwan-Gett Omicron is here in Washington in a big way. In the last several weeks, we’ve seen omicron become the most prevalent COVID-19 variant in Washington. Currently, it makes up over 90% of all sequenced specimens. It’s frustrating to face yet another wave of COVID-19, especially one that’s impacting everybody in some …
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King County confirms purchase of additional 400,000 COVID-19 test kits, 700,000 in total secured
January 5, 2022 Summary Executive Constantine announced the purchase of an additional 400,000 COVID-19 test kits, following last week’s purchase of an initial 300,000 home kits. The first portion of the tests is scheduled to arrive next week. Story With an initial 100,000 COVID-19 home testing kits scheduled to arrive in King County next week, Executive Constantine today announced the …
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Washington Department of Public Health – Vaccine Information
Vaccine-related resources The updated pregnancy recommendation for the vaccine will be throughout several of our pages but you can find our full questions and answers here:https://www.doh.wa.gov/Emergencies/COVID19/VaccineInformation/FrequentlyAskedQuestionsResource page for guidance on youth vaccinations can be found here: https://www.doh.wa.gov/Emergencies/COVID19/HealthcareProviders/VaccineInformationforHealthcareProviders/VaccinatingYouth Guidance updates FAQ document is now live on the COVID-19 Resources and Recommendations page.New Secretary of Health’s Mask Order FAQ. This Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) …
Read More »Post-Pandemic Reunions: Quit smoking helps to stay safe and healthy
It has been a long year of social distancing, lockdowns, quarantines, and canceled events. However, as holidays approaching, there will be lots of chances to reconnect. The Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional festival celebrated in Asia. The festival is held on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar with full moon at night, a symbol of …
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