Hepatitis A case confirmed at Everett and Lake Stevens food businesses

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                May 25, 2023

CONTACT: shd-communications@co.snohom...

Health Department Leaders Support Holistic Plan to Address Impact of Drug Crisis on Snohomish County

Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers on May 18, 2023, announced that he is advancing a holistic plan to address the impact the drug crisis is having on Snohomish County residents and businesses. First, he is issuing an Executive Directive, effective imm...

Snohomish County Board of Health Meetings - May 3 and May 9

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 2, 2023

CONTACT:  shd-communications@co.snohomish.wa.us

Snohomish County BOARD OF HEALTH MEETINGs, May 3 and may 9

BOARD of health TO CONVENE FOR special meeting may 3, regular meeting may 9

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. &...

County Health Department Receiving Nearly $1 Million in State Funds to Expand STI Health Services

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 27, 2023   

CONTACT:  shd-communications@co.snohomish.wa.us

Snohomish County Health Department Receiving Nearly $1 Million in State Funds to Expand STI Health Services

The two-year pilot project is aimed ...

Snohomish County Board of Health Meeting - April 11

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 10, 2023   

CONTACT:  shd-communications@co.snohomish.wa.us

Snohomish County BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING, April 11

BOARD of health TO CONVENE FOR regular meeting

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – Th...

Snohomish County Board of Health declares April 3-9 Public Health Week

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 14, 2023

CONTACT: shd-communications@co.snohomish.wa.us 

Snohomish County Board of Health declares April 3-9 Public Health Week

The new Board of Health passed the proclamation at its first meeting.

SNOHOMISH COUNTY...

Snohomish County Board of Health Meeting - March 14

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 10, 2023   

CONTACT:  shd-communications@co.snohomish.wa.us

Snohomish County BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING, March 14

new County BOARD of health TO CONVENE FOR first regular meeting

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash.&nb...

Updates on mask requirements

The Washington State Department of Health has announced that the Secretary of Health’s mask order will end April 3. This means masks no longer will be required under state rules for healthcare, long-term care, and adult correctional facilities.&...

Board of Health Meeting - December 13

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 9, 2022   

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING, December 13

FULL BOARD TO CONVENE FOR REGULAR BUSINESS 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Health w...

Local Health Officers and Health Care Leaders Recommend Wearing Masks Indoors

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  December 9, 2022

CONTACT: communications@snohd.org 

Local Health Officers and Health Care Leaders Recommend Wearing Masks Indoors

Snohomish Health District Health Officer joins other leaders in urging illness...

Two more flu deaths in Snohomish County, hospital visits climb rapidly

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE           December 5, 2022

CONTACT:kbray@snohd.org 

Two more flu deaths in Snohomish County, hospital visits climb rapidly

Three adults in Snohomish County have died from in...

Second Influenza Death of 2022 Confirmed in Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                November 30, 2022

CONTACT: communications@snohd.org&nbs...

Board of Health Meeting - November 8

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 4, 2022   

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING, November 8

FULL BOARD TO CONVENE FOR REGULAR BUSINESS 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Health will hold it...

About 9 out of 10 Snohomish County K-12 students have completed required immunizations

Updated data show that 91.6% of K-12 students in Snohomish County have completed immunization requirements, which is just over 110,000 of the county’s 120,204 students. 

Last week, the Washington State Department of Health updated its sc...

Influenza Death Confirmed in Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 12, 2022 

CONTACT:

communications@snohd.org  

INFLUENZA DEATH CONFIRMED IN SNOHOMISH COUNTY 

HEALTH DISTRICT URGES RESIDENTS TO GET VACCINATED AGAINST FLU AND COVID-19

SNOHOMI...

Board of Health Meeting - October 11

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 7, 2022      

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING, OCTOBER 11

FULL BOARD TO CONVENE FOR REGULAR BUSINESS 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Health w...

Board of Health Executive Committee Meeting - September 22

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 21, 2022                       

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEALTH Executive Committee MEETIN...

Public participation needed to assess community health in Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 15, 2022

 CONTACT: communications@snohd.org 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Snohomish Health District is asking county residents to share their thoughts on the most important health issues a...

Board of Health Meeting - September 13

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 12, 2022      

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING, september 13

FULL BOARD TO CONVENE FOR REGULAR BUSINESS 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Hea...

New Data Dashboard Explores Details of Opioid Overdoses in Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 7, 2021

CONTACT:Kari Bray, 425.382.3184communications@snohd.org 

Kent Patton, 425.388.3883Kent.Patton@snoco.org 

New Data Dashboard Explores Details of Opioid Overdoses in Snohomish County  

The intera...

COVID-19 Boosters Update: Bivalent boosters

*Please note that information may change quickly. This was updated September 6, 2022

The arrival of the bivalent COVID-19 booster is exciting news. This vaccine will provide better protection against the currently circulating COVID virus Omicron variants a...

Sixth Annual A Night To Remember, A Time To Act

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 25, 2021

CONTACT:Cathi Lee, Debbie Warfield, Lindsey Arrington - Hope Soldiers425.341.3572hopesoldiers@gmail.com

Kari Bray, 425.382.3184communications@snohd.org 

Kent Patton, 425.388.3883Kent.Patton@snoco.org 

Six...

Board of Health Special Meeting - August 25-26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 23, 2022                            

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEALTH Specia...

Board of Health Executive Committee Special Meeting - August 9

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 8, 2022                            

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEALTH Executi...

Snohomish Health District Administrative Officer announces plans to step down at end of 2022

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 25, 2022

CONTACT: communications@snohd.org 

Snohomish Health District Administrative Officer announces plans to step down at end of 2022 

Shawn Frederick worked to improve public health services ...

Monkeypox case confirmed in Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 11, 2022

CONTACT:communications@snohd.org 

Monkeypox case confirmed in Snohomish County

The virus typically spreads through close physical contact, and those at higher risk of exposure are encouraged to be aware o...

Board of Health Meeting - July 12

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 8, 2022                            

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING, ...

Changes in COVID data reporting coming soon

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                June 16, 2022

CONTACT: communications@snohd.org 

Ch...

Dr. James Lewis selected as Snohomish Health District’s next Health Officer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                June 14, 2022

CONTACT: communications@snohd.org&am...

Board of Health Meeting - June 14

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 10, 2022                            

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING,...

Snohomish Health District Board of Health Passes Resolution in Supportof District-County Integration

Contact: 

Kent Patton                Snohomish County Executive Office       Kent.Patton@snoco.org     ...

Board of Health Special Meeting - May 31

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 27, 2022                              

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEALT...

Board of Health Special Meeting - May 26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 23, 2022                              

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEALT...

Board of Health Meeting - May 10

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 9, 2022                              

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEALTH...

County Health Rankings place Snohomish County in top 5 in state for health outcomes

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 27, 2022

CONTACT: communications@snohd.org 

County Health Rankings place Snohomish County in top 5 in state for health outcomes

The annual rankings offer insight into strengths and areas for improvement

SNOHOMISH C...

Board of Health Special Meeting - April 21

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 19, 2022                              

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEA...

Board of Health Meeting and Special Board of Health Meeting - April 12

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 8, 2022                              

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEAL...

Healthy Youth Survey results include good news about substance use, concerns around mental health

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  March 22, 2022

CONTACT: communications@snohd.org 

Healthy Youth Survey results include good news about substance use, concerns around mental health

More than 15,000 Snohomish County students responded to the ...

Healthy Youth Survey results include good news about substance use, concerns around mental health

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  March 22, 2022

CONTACT: communications@snohd.org 

Healthy Youth Survey results include good news about substance use, concerns around mental health

More than 15,000 Snohomish County students responded to the ...

What to Know About the Mask Requirements Lifting

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 11, 2022

CONTACT: communications@snohd.org 

What to Know About the Mask Requirements Lifting

State and federal partners have provided updated guidance 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, WA – As the statewide mask order li...

Board of Health Meeting - March 8

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 4, 2022                              

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEAL...

Confirmed measles case in Snohomish County resident

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE     February 21, 2022

CONTACT: communications@snohd.org 

Confirmed measles case in Snohomish County resident

Potential risk of exposure for unvaccinated people at locations in King County&...

Statewide Mask Orders to End March 21

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                February 17, 2022

CONTACT: communications@snohd.or...

Free Masks Available at Snohomish County Libraries

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                February 11, 2022

CONTACT: communications@snohd.or...

New mass vaccination site to open on Tuesday, testing site coming soon

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                

January 17, 2022

CONTACTS: 

DOH Communica...

Board of Health Meeting - January 18

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 15, 2022                              

CONTACT:  communications@snohd.org

BOARD OF H...

Updates to Isolation and Quarantine Guidance

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                January 14, 2022 

CONTACT: communications...

Brackett’s Landing in Edmonds is Reopened

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                January 10, 2022

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508....

Working Together to Ease the Strain on the Healthcare System

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                January 7, 2022

CONTACT:Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980 commun...

Brackett’s Landing in Edmonds Closed to Swimming and Diving

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                January 4, 2022

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4...

Climb in case count is reminder to play it safe over New Year’s weekend

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 30, 2021

CONTACT: Kari Bray, 425-339-5223communications@snohd.org  

Climb in case count is reminder to play it safe over New Year’s weekend

Vaccination, avoiding crowds, and consistent mask use are top tools fo...

Omicron detected in Snohomish County; updates to monthly reporting

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                December 17, 2021

CONTACT: Kari Bray, 425-339-5223...

At Least 33 Local Cases Linked to Multi-County Wrestling COVID-19 Outbreak

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                December 15, 2021

CONTACT: communications@snohd.or...

Board of Health Meeting - December 14

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 10, 2021                                 

CONTACT:  Heather Thom...

Pfizer Booster Now Recommended for 16 and Up

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE      December 10, 2021

CONTACT:Heather Thomas, 425.339.8688communications@snohd.org

Pfizer Booster Now Recommended for 16 and Up

New recommendation comes after almost one year of data 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY...

Health Officer Announces Plans to Step Down in June

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   December 7, 2021

CONTACT:Heather Thomas, 425.339.8688communications@snohd.org

Health Officer Announces Plans to Step Down in June

Dr. Spitters will be leaving in mid-2022 after more than two decades of service

SNOHOMI...

Executive Committee Special Meeting - August 25

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 24, 2021                                

CONTACT:  Heather Thomas, 425.508....

New Data Highlights Impact that Delta is Having in Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                August 20, 2021

CONTACT:   Heather Thomas...

All Health Officers in Washington Urge Residents to Mask Up Indoors

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                August 12, 2021

CONTACT:   Heather Thomas, 425.508...

New Masking Directive Issued for Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                August 10, 2021

CONTACT:   Heather Thomas, 425.508...

Sharp increase in cases, hospitalizations is unsustainable

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 6, 2021

CONTACT:Kari Bray, 425.339.5223communications@snohd.org 

Sharp increase in cases, hospitalizations is unsustainable

Public participation in vaccination, masking for all and contact tracing are essential to reduce ...

Board of Health Special Meeting - July 29

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 23, 2021                                

CONTACT:  Kari Bray, 425.339.5223com...

To fight climbing cases and delta variant, all urged to mask up in public indoor spaces

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 26, 2021

CONTACT:Kari Bray, 425.339.5223communications@snohd.org 

To fight climbing cases and delta variant, all urged to mask up in public indoor spaces

Universal masking helps protect those who are unvaccinated and offers...

Snohomish Health District seeing increase in reports of shellfish-linked infections

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 20, 2021

CONTACT:Kari Bray, 425.339.5223kbray@snohd.org

Snohomish Health District seeing increase in reports of shellfish-linked infections

Public reminded to avoid eating raw or undercooked shellfish.

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash.&nbs...

Board of Health Meeting - July 13

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 12, 2021                                

CONTACT:  Kari Bray, 425.339.5223kbr...

Celebrating the Fourth of July Safely

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 2, 2021

CONTACT:Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

Celebrating the Fourth of July Safely

Fire dangers, hospital volumes and increasing variants of concern this holiday weekend 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The extrem...

Staying Healthy and Cool in the Heat

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 25, 2021

CONTACT:Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org  

Snohomish County Joint Information Center425-388-5170eccjic.activation@snoco.org

Staying Healthy and Cool in the Heat

Cooling stations available throughout Sno...

Nine Facts About the COVID-19 Vaccines

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 18, 2021

CONTACT:Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

Nine Facts About the COVID-19 Vaccines

Information and resources to help tell fact from fiction

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – There’s a lot of COVID-19 vaccine information ou...

Life After the Vaccines

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 11, 2021

CONTACT:Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

Life After the Vaccines

Helpful tips and public health recommendations once vaccinated

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – For the nearly 450,000 Snohomish County residents who hav...

Board of Health Meeting - June 8

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 7, 2021                                

CONTACT:  Heather Thomas, 425.339.868...

Relief on the Horizon 500 Days and Four Waves Later

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 4, 2021

CONTACT:Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

Relief on the Horizon 500 Days and Four Waves Later

Case counts dropping and vaccine rates increasing are welcome signs after long response

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – It ha...

Board of Health Meeting - May 11

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 10, 2021                                

CONTACT:  Heather Thomas, 425.339.868...

Appointments now recommended but not required at mass vaccination sites in Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 4, 2021

CONTACT:Joint Information Center425-388-5170eccjic.activation@snoco.org  

Appointments now recommended but not required at mass vaccination sites in Snohomish County

To increase ease of vaccination, the Snohomish Cou...

With doses at risk, Snohomish County Vaccine Taskforce urges people to take their shot

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 1, 2021

CONTACT:Heather Thomas425-508-4980hthomas@snohd.org 

With doses at risk, Snohomish County Vaccine Taskforce urges people to take their shot

After months of high demand, a sudden sharp downturn in booking appointments...

Snohomish County Reaches Milestone of 500,000 Vaccines Given

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 23, 2021 

CONTACT:Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

Snohomish County Reaches Milestone of 500,000 Vaccines Given

Vaccine supplies holding steady as County races against variant-fueled surge

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Was...

Snohomish County Vaccine Taskforce to open 7th mass vaccination site focused on transit, drive-thru

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 19, 2021

CONTACT:Snohomish County Joint Information Center425-388-5171eccjic.activation@snoco.org  

Snohomish County Vaccine Taskforce to open seventh mass vaccination site focused on transit as well as drive-thru access

T...

Symptom Checks, Testing and Full Quarantine Are Still Critical to COVID-19 Fight

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 16, 2021

CONTACT:Heather Thomas, 425.339.8688hthomas@snohd.org

Symptom Checks, Testing and Full Quarantine Are Still Critical to COVID-19 Fight

Community reminded to seek testing and quarantine if ill or exposed to a confirmed case...

Social Gatherings are Leading Cause of Rising COVID-19 Cases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 9, 2021

CONTACT:Heather Thomas, 425.339.8688hthomas@snohd.org

Social Gatherings are Leading Cause of Rising COVID-19 Cases

Limiting nonessential gatherings and consistent mask usage are the keys to bending curve

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wa...

Snohomish County Vaccine Taskforce prepares to open sixth mass vaccination site

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 5, 2021

CONTACT:Snohomish County Joint Information Center425-388-5171eccjic.activation@snoco.org 

Snohomish County Vaccine Taskforce prepares to open sixth mass vaccination site

Vaccination activities also are focused on a...

Help Needed to Turn Numbers Around Quickly

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 2, 2021

CONTACT:Snohomish County Joint Information Center425-388-5171eccjic.activation@snoco.org

Help Needed to Turn Numbers Around Quickly

Community asked to celebrate wisely, limit nonessential gatherings as the number of cases a...

Snohomish County Ranked Among Healthiest in Washington

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                March 31, 2021

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.49...

Appointments still required, eligibility verification changing at mass vaccination sites

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 29, 2021

MEDIA CONTACT:Snohomish County Joint Information Center425-388-5171eccjic.activation@snoco.org 

COVID-19 Call Center (not for media inquiries): 425-339-5278, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday

Appointme...

Snohomish County Vaccine Taskforce emphasizes eligibility and appointment requirements

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 9, 2021

CONTACT:Snohomish County Joint Information Center425-388-5171eccjic.activation@snoco.org 

Snohomish County Vaccine Taskforce emphasizes eligibility and appointment requirements for mass vaccination sites

People sho...

Board of Health Meeting - March 9

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 8, 2021                                

CONTACT:  Heather Thomas, 425.339.86...

Snohomish County Vaccine Taskforce opens fifth mass vaccination site

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 5, 2021

CONTACT:Snohomish County Joint Information Center425-388-5171eccjic.activation@snoco.org 

Snohomish County Vaccine Taskforce opens fifth mass vaccination site

Vaccination efforts are hitting another milestone this ...

Board of Health Meeting - February 9

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 8, 2021                                

CONTACT:  Heather Thomas, 425.339...

Play it Smart this Super Bowl Sunday

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                February 5, 2021

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508....

Snohomish County to be in Phase 1 Next Week

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                January 8, 2021

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4...

COVID-19 Updates in Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                December 22, 2020

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508...

COVID Vaccines Arrive in Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                December 18, 2020

Contacts:Joint Information Center (JIC), ...

COVID-19 Updates in Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                December 11, 2020

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508...

Board of Health Meeting & Public Hearing for 2021 Budget - December 10

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 7, 2020                                 

CONTACT:  Heather Thoma...

Updates on Long-term Care, Testing and Vaccine Planning

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                December 4, 2020

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508....

New Data Updates, Test Sites and Vaccine Distribution Plan for Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                November 25, 2020

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508...

COVID Updates and Reminders for Safer Holidays

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 20, 2020

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

COVID Updates and Reminders for Safer Holidays

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – Snohomish County reached a grim milestone this week as it surpassed 250 deaths due...

Give Thanks, Not COVID

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 13, 2020

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

Give Thanks, Not COVID

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – As COVID rates continue to rise, Snohomish County is seeing increased hospitalizations and stress on the h...

Cases Continuing to Increase in Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                November 6, 2020 

CONTACT: Heather Thomas...

Health District Continuing to See High Number of New Cases Daily

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 23, 2020

CONTACT: Kari Bray, 425.382.3184kbray@snohd.org 

Health District Continuing to See High Number of New Cases Daily

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – As the most recent numbers show, the Snohomish Health District...

Schools in Snohomish County May Continue Limited In-Person Learning

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                               October 20, 2020

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4...

Health District Calls on Community for Help to Curb Increasing Cases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                             October 16, 2020 

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.49...

Board of Health Meeting - October 13

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 12, 2020                                 

CONTACT:  Heather Thoma...

Updates on Local and State COVID-19 Guidance

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                October 9, 2020

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4...

Drive-Thru Testing, Information for Employers and Employees

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                October 2, 2020

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4...

Tips for Celebrating Halloween Safely

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                           September 30, 2020

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org...

COVID Website Refresh, Data Updates, and Testing

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                            September 25, 2020

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.or...

Temporary Closure of Testing Sites Due to Air Quality Concerns

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 8, 2020

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

Temporary Closure of Testing Sites Due to Air Quality Concerns

Health District drive-thru locations will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday ...

Board of Health Meeting - September 8

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                              September 7, 2020        ...

COVID-19 Testing, Data Updates, and Reminders

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 28, 2020

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

COVID-19 Testing, Data Updates, and Reminders 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Snohomish Health District is continuing testing at ...

Opioid Outreach Work Continues in Snohomish County Despite COVID-19

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 25, 2020

CONTACT:        Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

Opioid Outreach Work Continues in Snohomish County Despite COVID-19

Partners announce new opioid data portals, fe...

COVID-19 Testing, Data Updates, and New Releases of State Guidance

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 21, 2020

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org 

COVID-19 Testing, Data Updates, and New Releases of State Guidance 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Snohomish Health Dis...

COVID-19 Drive-Thru Testing Update

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 3, 2020 

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

COVID-19 Drive-Thru Testing Update

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Snohomish Health District will continue drive-thru testing this...

COVID-19 Activity and Testing Updates for Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 31, 2020 

CONTACT: Kari Bray, 425.382.3184kbray@snohd.org

COVID-19 Activity and Testing Updates for Snohomish County 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Snohomish Health District is working ...

Remote Learning Recommended for Start of School Year in Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

July 29, 2020 

CONTACT: Kari Bray, 425.382.3184kbray@snohd.org 

Remote Learning Recommended for Start of School Year in Snohomish County

Given the continued increase in COVID-19 cases, Health District favors r...

COVID-19 Activity and Testing Updates for Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 24, 2020 

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

COVID-19 Activity and Testing Updates for Snohomish County 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Snohomish Health District was ...

Board of Health Meeting - July 14

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:July 13, 2020

CONTACT:Heather Thomas, 425.339.8688, hthomas@snohd.org

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING, JULY 14

FULL BOARD TO CONVENE FOR REGULAR BUSINESS 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Health will hold its regular mee...

COVID-19 Updates, Reminders and Data for Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 10, 2020 

CONTACTS: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

Joint Information Center, 425.388.5170eccjic.activation@snoco.org

COVID-19 Updates, Reminders and Data for Snohomish County

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. &...

Health District Relying on Employers to Play a Critical Role in COVID-19 Response

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 7, 2020 

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

Health District Relying on Employers to Play a Critical Role in COVID-19 Response

Organizations encouraged to review requirements and develop interna...

COVID-19 Updates, Reminders and Data for Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 2, 2020 

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

COVID-19 Updates, Reminders and Data for Snohomish County

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – Governor Jay Inslee and Secretary of Health John Wiesma...

Health District Looking to Identify Guests from Stanwood Party

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 26, 2020 

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org 

Health District Looking to Identify Guests from Stanwood Party 

Attendees of large gatherings to remain home for 14 days, get tes...

Snohomish County Leaders Continue Monitoring COVID-19 Activity

Contacst:

Joint Information Center (JIC), Snohomish County Emergency Coordination Centereccjic.activation@snoc.org, 425.388.5170

Heather Thomas, Snohomish Health Districththomas@snohd.org, 425.508.4980

Kent Patton, Snohomish Countykent.patton@snoco.org, 425....

Drive-thru Testing Schedule, Data Updates, and Looking Toward Phase 3

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 12, 2020 

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

Drive-thru Testing Schedule, Data Updates, and looking toward Phase 3

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Snohomish Health District is continuin...

COVID-19 Cases Reported Involving Snohomish Health District Staff

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 10, 2020 

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

COVID-19 Cases Reported Involving Snohomish Health District Staff

One employee has tested positive, one considered probable

EVERETT, Wash. ...

Board of Health Meeting - June 9

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:June 5, 2020

CONTACT:Heather Thomas, 425.339.8688, hthomas@snohd.org

Board of Health Meeting, June 9

Full board to convene for regular business 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Health will hold its regular meeti...

Snohomish County Approved to Move to Phase 2

Contact:

Joint Information Center (JIC), Snohomish County Emergency Coordination Centereccjic.activation@snoc.org, 425.388.5170

Heather Thomas, Snohomish Health Districththomas@snohd.org, 425.508.4980

Kent Patton, Snohomish Countykent.patton@snoco.org, 425.3...

Phase 2 Variance for Snohomish County Officially Submitted

Contacts:

Joint Information Center (JIC), Snohomish County Emergency Coordination Centereccjic.activation@snoc.org, 425.388.5170

Heather Thomas, Snohomish Health Districththomas@snohd.org, 425.508.4980

Kent Patton, Snohomish Countykent.patton@snoco.org, 425....

Phase 2 Variance for Snohomish County to be Submitted Monday

Contact: 

Joint Information Center (JIC), Snohomish County Emergency Coordination Centereccjic.activation@snoc.org, 425.388.5170 

Heather Thomas, Snohomish Health Districththomas@snohd.org, 425.508.4980 

Kent Patton, Snohomish Coun...

Special Board of Health Meeting Notice - May 29

SPECIAL BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING NOTICE - MAY 29

The Board of Health will meet on a special day, time, and location to conduct a special meeting as set forth on the agenda below:

Friday, May 29, 202010 a.m.

https://zoom.us/j/98993918437Dial In: 253-215-8782; ...

Stay Home, Stay Healthy Updates – May 22

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 22, 2020 

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980hthomas@snohd.org

STAY HOME, STAY HEALTHY UPDATES – MAY 22

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – As the community heads into a scaled-back Memorial Day weekend...

Special Board of Health Meeting - May 21

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                 May 20, 2020       &a...

Stay Home, Stay Healthy Updates - May 15

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 15, 2020 

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.339.8688hthomas@snohd.org

STAY HOME, STAY HEALTHY UPDATES 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – While the Snohomish Health District is largely focused on the COVID-19 ...

Stay Home, Stay Healthy Updates, May 8, 2020

STAY HOME, STAY HEALTHY UPDATES 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – Residents are encouraged to go outside and enjoy the sunshine. Do so safely by staying close to home, maintaining at least six feet of distance from others who are not household ...

Special Board of Health Meeting, March 18

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 17, 2020                                   

CONTACT:   Hea...

Snohomish Health District suspends most in-person services effective noon today

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 16, 2020

CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.339.8688hthomas@snohd.org

Snohomish Health District suspends most in-person services effective noon todayMany services will continue to be available online and by phone

EVERETT, Wash. &ndas...

Cross-Sector Partners Launch $250,000 Coronavirus Response Fund

Media release shared from:Community Foundation of Snohomish County2823 Rockefeller Ave.Everett, WA 98201

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 13, 2020

Media Contact:Karri Matau, President & CEO425.212.4056karri@cf-sc.org

Cross-Sector Partners Launch $250,000 Coron...

New state and local Orders issued to protect residents’ health from COVID-19

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.339.8688

March 11, 2020 hthomas@snohd.org

NEW STATE AND LOCAL ORDERS ISSUED TO PROTECT RESIDENTS’ HEALTH FROM COVID-19 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – Today, Governor Jay Ins...

Health District investigates COVID-19 cases involving patients linked to long-term care facility

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 10, 2020                                CONTACT:   Heather Thomas, 425.339....

Media Advisory: COVID-19 response and coordination with long-term care facility

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 9, 2020

CONTACT:Heather Thomas, 425.339.8688, hthomas@snohd.org 

Media Advisory: COVID-19 response and coordination with long-term care facility

STANWOOD, Wash. – The Snohomish Health District is investigating a ...

Board of Health Meeting, March 10

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 9, 2020                            

CONTACT:   Heather Thomas, 425.339.8688, hthomas@snohd.org...

Snohomish County United in Response to COVID-19

For immediate release

March 4, 2020

CONTACT:

Heather Thomas, 425.339.8688, hthomas@snohd.org 

Kent Patton, 425.388.3883, kent.patton@snoco.org

Kimberley Cline, 425.257.8687, kcline@everettwa.gov...

First Death from Coronavirus (COVID-19) of Snohomish County resident. Fourth case announced.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE             March 2, 2020                            ...

Statement from Snohomish Health District on recovery of patient

In consultation with state and federal public health authorities, the Snohomish Health District has released the patient from home isolation. He is now considered fully recovered and free to go about his regular activities. We cannot thank him enough for ...

Upcoming community meeting about Snohomish Health District WIC Program

Please join us to discuss options for providing WIC services to clients of the Snohomish Health District. 

• The Health District notified the State Department of Health they will no longer provide WIC services effective July 1, 2020. 
• There ...

Update on response to 2019 novel coronavirus in Washington state

For immediate release: January 22, 2020

Contact: Lisa Stromme Warren, Washington State Department of Health, 360-628-7883

Heather Thomas, Snohomish Health District, 425-508-4980

Update on response to 2019 novel coronavirus in Washington state

OLYMPIA &nd...

Case of 2019 novel coronavirus confirmed in Washington state resident

OLYMPIA – Today the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) confirmed a case of 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in a Snohomish County resident. While the risk to the general public is low, DOH is working with the Centers for Disease Contr...

Two Flu-Related Deaths, Additional Hepatitis A Cases in Snohomish County

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Snohomish Health District received its first reports of flu-related deaths for the 2019-20 season. At the same time, District staff are also investigating increasing numbers of hepatitis A cases in the county.&n...

Four Cases of Hepatitis A Confirmed in Snohomish County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Heather Thomas, 425.508.4980

December 17, 2019 hthomas@snohd.org 

Four Cases of Hepatitis A Confirmed in Snohomish County

Individuals linked to illicit drug use, living homeless

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Snohomish He...

New community health assessment report released for Snohomish County

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – While not a surprise to most, new data confirms that suicide, opioid misuse and youth mental health are among the top health issues in Snohomish County. On a more positive note, the County’s rates of homicide,...

Board Adopts 2020 Budget, Appoints Frederick as Administrative Officer

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash – At its regular business meeting on Tuesday, December 10, the Board of Health took action on a number of key items for the Snohomish Health District. The first of which was adoption of the agency’s 2020 budget.

T...

Board of Health Meeting, December 10

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Health will hold its regular meeting at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 10, 2019. The meeting will be held in the Snohomish Health District’s Auditorium located at 3020 Rucker Ave, Everett, Wash.

In...

Flu season arrives in Snohomish County

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – Flu season is early this year but it’s not too late to protect yourself.

National Influenza Vaccination Week is Dec. 1-7, a good reminder for people to get their annual flu shot if they haven’t alread...

Special Meeting Notice: Board of Health Meeting, November 12

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Health will hold its regular meeting at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 12, 2019. The meeting will be held in the Snohomish Health District’s Auditorium located at 3020 Rucker Ave, Everett, Wash.

Ju...

Public hearing on Health District preliminary budget, Nov. 12

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Health will take comments on the preliminary 2020 Snohomish Health District budget during its next regularly scheduled meeting at 3 p.m. Tuesday, November 12. The meeting is in the auditorium on the first f...

Prepare for Flu Season

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – Scrub your hands. Cover your cough. Get your flu vaccine. Stay home if you feel ill.

Now is the time to refresh yourself and your family about the best ways to avoid getting the flu, and to avoid spreading it if you do get sick.&a...

Regular Meeting and Special Meeting for a Work Session, October 8

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Health will hold its regular meeting at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 8, 2019. The meeting will be held in the Snohomish Health District’s Auditorium located at 3020 Rucker Ave, Everett, Wash.

Just prior to its regula...

Board of Health Meeting, September 10

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Health will hold its regular meeting at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The meeting will be held in the Snohomish Health District’s Auditorium located at 3020 Rucker Ave, Everett, Wash.

The full board packet...

Upcoming Overdose Awareness Events in Snohomish County

EVERETT, Wash. — Thousands in Snohomish County struggle with opioid use disorder, and too many are lost to overdose. More than 100 people in Snohomish County died of overdoses in 2018.

Overdose is preventable and recovery is possible. Education and treatme...

Board of Health Meeting and Work Session, Aug. 13

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Health will hold its regular meeting at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2019. The meeting will be held in the Snohomish Health District’s Auditorium located at 3020 Rucker Ave, Everett, Wash.

Just...

Comments sought on potential statewide food rule changes

Don’t miss your chance to comment on potential changes to statewide rules for retail food services. The comment period is over at the end of July. 

Multiple public presentations by the Washington State Department of Health are planned to...

Board of Health Meeting, July 9

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Health will hold its regular meeting from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9, 2019. The meeting will be held in the Snohomish Health District’s Auditorium located at 3020 Rucker Ave, Everett, Wash.

The full boa...

Words Matter: Recommendations for Reporting on Suicide

Words have power. And while it's important for people to talk about suicide, it's just as important to choose our words with care.

Journalists, bloggers, students, social media users and communication professionals are invited to a free training at the Sno...

Board of Health Meeting, June 11

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Health will hold its regular meeting from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 11, 2019. The meeting will be held in the Snohomish Health District’s Auditorium located at 3020 Rucker Ave, Everett, Wash.

Th...

Board of Health Meeting, May 14

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Health will hold its regular meeting from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14, 2019. The meeting will be held in the Snohomish Health District’s Auditorium located at 3020 Rucker Ave, Everett, Wash.

The full boa...

Board of Health Meeting, April 9

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Board of Health will hold its regular meeting from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9, 2019. The meeting will be held in the Snohomish Health District’s Auditorium located at 3020 Rucker Ave, Everett, Wash.

The full bo...

Flu season packing a punch in Snohomish County

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – Flu season typically peaks between January and March, but the timing and severity is unpredictable. Since the start of the year, there have been 15 flu-related deaths, which is down considerably from the two previous seasons.

Scho...

New Healthy Youth Survey results show concerning vaping trends in Snohomish County

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The likelihood that young people in Snohomish County are binge drinking, smoking cigarettes or using illegal drugs like heroin or methamphetamine appears to be dropping, according to the 2018 Healthy Youth Survey Results...

Snohomish County ranked third healthiest in Washington State

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – Snohomish County holds its spot as third healthiest county in Washington State for the second year in a row, according to the annual County Health Rankings.

The 10th annual rankings were released today by the Robert Wood Johnson F...

Board Votes to Support Funding Request for Everett Smelter Site Clean-up

 SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – At its regularly scheduled meeting, the Board of Health unanimously approved a resolution in support of the City of Everett’s request to the legislature for capital funding to address the Everett Smelter clean-up.&n...

First Lab-Confirmed Flu Death Reported in Snohomish County

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The Snohomish Health District has received its first report of a laboratory-confirmed influenza (flu) death for the 2018-19 season. A Marysville woman in her early-80s with underlying conditions died earlier this week. 

F...

Public Hearing Dec. 11 to Consider 2019 Budget

During its regular board meeting, the Board of Health will hold a public hearing and is expected to take action on the 2019 budget. The meeting will be from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2018. The meeting will be held in the Snohomish Health...

Snohomish County Mass Vaccination Sites Closing Down

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 1, 2021

CONTACT: Snohomish County Joint Information Center 425-388-5170 eccjic.activation@snoco.org

Snohomish County Mass Vaccination Sites Closing Down

With other providers able to meet demand, Snohomish COunty Vaccine Tas...

Board of Health Meeting - July 13

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 12, 2021                                

CONTACT:  Kari Bray, 425.339.5223kbr...

Board of Health Special Meeting - July 29

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 23, 2021                                

CONTACT:  Kari Bray, 425.339.5223com...

Sharp increase in cases, hospitalizations is unsustainable

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 6, 2021

CONTACT:Kari Bray, 425.339.5223communications@snohd.org 

Sharp increase in cases, hospitalizations is unsustainable

Public participation in vaccination, masking for all and contact tracing are essential to reduce ...

Executive Committee Special Meeting - August 25

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 24, 2021                                

CONTACT:  Heather Thomas, 425.508....

What to Know About the Mask Requirements Lifting

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 11, 2022

CONTACT: communications@snohd.org 

What to Know About the Mask Requirements Lifting

State and federal partners have provided updated guidance 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, WA – As the statewide mas...

Top Six Things to Know about Omicron, Vaccines and Booster Doses

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                December 3, 2021

CONTACT:Heather Thomas, 425.339.8...

Window Wisdom: Keep Kids Safe from Falls

Window screens are great for keeping bugs out of your house.

They aren’t strong enough to keep children in.

Every spring and summer, when the weather warms enough to leave windows open, toddlers and young children are injured in falls that could be prevente...

Prevent foodborne illness

There are a number of illnesses that can spread through food handling. Whether you are preparing food in a professional setting like a restaurant or at home in your own kitchen, be sure to take steps to prevent the spread of illnesses.

Foodborne illnesses ...

Water Safety: Prevent Drowning

We urge you to be safe and help keep others safe in or around water. Whether you are at a swimming pool or the beach, water safety is essential. 

A few key reminders:

• Keep a close eye on children and make sure they are wearing life jackets if they ...

Most current smokers want to quit

The health benefits of quitting tobacco are no secret.

At 20 minutes cigarette-free, your heart rate and blood pressure go down. By the time 12 hours is up, carbon monoxide levels in your blood decrease. Weeks later, your circulation and lung function have...