Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department lifted its high-bacteria advisory for Thea Foss Waterway in Tacoma. The results from water samples we collected Monday indicate the public health concern is over. You can enter the water safely. Questions? Contact the Surface Water Program at ehsurfacewater-shellfish@tpchd.org or visit our website to learn more. You can find current surface water advisories at tpchd.org/advisories.
Pierce County has its first flu death of the season
A Pierce County woman died from flu on Dec. 2. She was in her 70s and had underlying health conditions. It was Pierce County’s first flu death of the season. We hope it’s the last. You can take simple steps to protect yourself and those you love from respiratory illness. It’s respiratory illness season. In […]
The Board of Health Dec. 20 Meeting Agenda
The Board of Health will hold a Regular Meeting on Dec. 20 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
The Board of Health Dec. 6 Retreat Agenda
The Board of Health will hold a Study Session-Retreat on Dec. 6 (1:30-4:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Health Department issues advisory for Thea Foss Waterway due to high bacteria levels
We recommend you don’t swim or wade anywhere in the Thea Foss Waterway. Lab tests found high levels of bacteria in the water, which increases your risk of gastrointestinal illness if you come in contact with it. The Blue Water Task Force collected the first samples that showed high bacteria counts. Our staff conducted follow-up […]
The Board of Health Nov. 15 Meeting Agenda
The Board of Health will hold a Study Session on Nov. 15 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
The Board of Health Nov. 1 Meeting Agenda
The Board of Health will hold a Regular Meeting on Nov. 1 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
The Board of Health Oct. 18 Meeting Agenda
The Board of Health will hold a Study Session on Oct. 18 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
The Board of Health Oct. 4 Meeting Agenda
The Board of Health will hold a Regular Meeting on Oct. 4 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.