After eight months of not seeing my 98-year-old mom, a trip to my Spokane hometown was short and sweet.
People are still finding ways to partake in the holiday’s celebrations in a safe manner.
Inslee said he was “cautiously optimistic” that most people would choose to get the vaccine.
A Snohomish County dispatcher tested positive for the virus last month. If not for precautions, it could’ve been disastrous.
The state is working with local government, health care providers and others.
Weeks into a third wave of COVID activity, case counts have already surpassed the previous spike.
Ten staffers at the Seattle hospital have tested positive for COVID-19 and are isolating.
Districts may continue in-person learning but shouldn’t bring more students back, health officials say.
Public Health Essentials! A blog by the Snohomish Health District.
Commentary
We can’t reliably protect the vulnerable if we allow the disease to spread freely among young adults.
The patient, in his 60s, tested positive in early March and got sick against nearly 5 months later.
Dr. Kathy Lofy says she plans to focus on her own health and to connect with friends and family.
There has been a “leveling out” of coronavirus risk between the five counties and the rest of the state.
The layoff at Premera Blue Cross, prompted by the economic downturn, represents about 8.3% of its workforce.
There were 238 positive cases as of Monday morning among 16 sororities and fraternities.
Commentary
Simply repeating his misstatements lends credibility. Fact-check them before and after relaying them.
Commentary
Efforts to encourage use of face masks helped counties reduce infection rates. We must keep it up.
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