The Board of Health will hold a Regular Meeting on Feb. 21 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
The Board of Health Feb. 7 Meeting Agenda
The Board of Health will hold a Regular Meeting on Feb. 7 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Toxic algae caution advisory lifted for Spanaway Lake
On Feb. 2, 2024, we lifted the toxic algae caution advisory for Spanaway Lake. The water is safe for people and pets. Always use caution when you’re in the water. When you see algae, don’t swim, wade, waterski, or fish. Keep in mind as wind direction changes, the algae could move elsewhere in the lake. […]
Health Department moves closer to getting a new Director of Public Health
Three finalists for the Director of Public Health position answered questions for Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department staff and a group of community partners on Jan. 18. Each candidate had a half hour to answer 8 questions developed in advance. Marissa Karras of Karras Consulting facilitated the interviews. Staff and community partners gave input for the […]
The Board of Health Jan. 17 Meeting Agenda
The Board of Health will hold a Regular Meeting on Jan. 17 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
The Board of Health Jan. 3 Meeting Agenda
The Board of Health will hold a Study Session on Jan. 3 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Health Department lifts high-bacteria advisory for Thea Foss Waterway in Tacoma
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.