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Official X (Twitter) account for the Washington State Department of Health.
Olympia, WA
Joined July 2009
Environmental health for all kids means clean air, clean water, and products free from harmful chemicals. Today is Children's Environmental Health Day, a time to think about how you support healthy kids in your community. #CEHDay
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Today is the last day of #SepticSmartWeek! Today’s tip: Keep the components of your septic system, like the tank and drainfield, accessible for inspections and maintenance. Know the location of your system to prevent accidental damage during landscaping or construction
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Today is day 4 of #SepticSmartWeek! Today’s tip: Your drainfield is an essential part of your septic system, where the soil filters and treats wastewater. Protect it by not parking or driving on it, planting trees and shrubs a safe distance away to prevent root interference, and
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Healthy eating should never be out of reach. Thanks to @CoordinatedCare and their Coordinated Care Harvest Bucks�� program, families across WA can access fresh fruits & veggies at Safeway – making it easier to try new foods & stay healthy. https://t.co/e8duFTIFOs
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Today is day 3 of #SepticSmartWeek! Today’s tip: Regular septic system inspections and pumping are vital. The EPA recommends having your septic system inspected every three years by a licensed professional and pumped every three to five years, depending on your household size and
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Today is the 2nd day of #SepticSmartWeek! Today’s tip: Conserving water reduces the load on your septic system. Fix leaky faucets and toilets, install high-efficiency fixtures, and spread out laundry loads throughout the week. By reducing water usage, you can help your system
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Today is day 1 of #SepticSmart Week! Today’s tip: Remember to think at the sink! Everything that goes down your drain can affect your septic system. Avoid pouring fats, oils, and grease down the sink, as they can clog pipes and drain fields. Use your garbage disposal sparingly
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#PreparednessStartsAtHome: Make sure everyone in your household knows what to do if you need to evacuate in case of a wildfire. Don’t forget to make plans for anywhere you frequent. Check out https://t.co/g1UT5lw0XT for more preparedness tips this #NationalPreparednessMonth.
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Next week is #SepticSmart Week! Sept. 15-19 we’ll be sharing tips on how to properly use and maintain septic systems. Follow the hashtags #SepticSmart and #SepticSmartWeek for more posts about septic system best practices! https://t.co/fzSvAuAijK. It pays to be #septicsmart!
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West Nile virus is transmitted by bites from mosquito and summer is the most active time for mosquitoes. But there are things you can do! https://t.co/IH3KmCrDsj ______________________ El virus del Nilo Occidental se transmite por picaduras de mosquitos y el verano es el
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We have issued a Standing Order for the COVID-19 vaccine, making it easier for WA residents to get vaccinated. Our guidance continues to be that everyone 6 months+, including pregnant people, should stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccinations to protect against severe illness,
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It’s the start of National Preparedness Month! It's a good time to remind you that emergencies and disasters happen every day – but there are things you can do to protect yourself, your family and your home. Learn more at https://t.co/RkYuwOop9A
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August is National Immunization Awareness Month, an annual observance that highlights the importance of protecting people of all ages from vaccine-preventable diseases through on-time vaccination. This month, we're pleased to recognize the recipients of the Immunize WA Awards and
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To learn more about the spread of avian influenza (H5 bird flu), the CDC wants to learn more about backyard bird owners and their flocks. This anonymous survey asks about: 🐔 Backyard flock owners, your families, and your birds. 🐔 Knowledge of H5 bird flu and signs and
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Heavy rain is forecast for Western Washington. Rain can carry pollutants and may cause or worsen harmful algal blooms, so before you visit a beach, lake, or river, please check for updates on closures and advisories.
doh.wa.gov
Saltwater Swimming Beaches Saltwater Beach Closures and Advisories Map – Check your marine beach for closures or advisories during the swimming season.
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The National Weather Service is warning that parts of Central and Western Washington will see moderate to high heat Sunday through Tuesday, with some regions expecting highs above 100 degrees. Read more at https://t.co/2HxULFrpzp
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We’ve entered the 100 Deadliest Days. The stretch between Memorial Day and Labor Day is when trauma cases rise and blood supplies drop. Make a lifesaving impact today at https://t.co/VkU69YFMME.
#BloodworksNW #100DeadliestDays #DonateBlood #BloodSupply
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.@WADeptHealth has closed the beaches on the west side of Vashon Island - Colvos Passage to recreational shellfish harvesting due to unsafe levels of paralytic shellfish poison.
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Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can reverse overdoses. The Naloxone Finder – https://t.co/C5JrJum1nX - makes it easy for people to locate free naloxone in their area. Naloxone (also known as Narcan®) comes as either an injection or nasal spray and works quickly, often
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Wildfire smoke is dangerous for our health. It is carried by the wind, impacting people hundreds, or even thousands, of miles away. Inhaling the tiny particles in smoke can worsen many existing health issues, especially lung conditions. In 2024, Washington had 64 “large” fires.
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