After more than 14 years leading Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department, Dr. Anthony L-T Chen officially retired last week from his position as Director of Health. Our Board of Health plans to honor Dr. Chen for his years of outstanding service to our community at an upcoming meeting, just as the Pierce County and Tacoma councils did last month. Through […]
Jack Hyde Beach: Advisory Lifted
We lifted the advisory for people to keep out of the water at Tacoma’s Jack Hyde Beach. We issued the advisory June 29 because of high bacteria level. Results from water samples we collected July 5 indicate the public health concern is over. Questions? Contact the Surface Water Program at ehsurfacewater-shellfish@tpchd.org or visit our website to learn more. You […]
Snake Lake Sewage Spill Advisory lifted
On July 3, 2023, Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department lifted the high bacteria advisory for Snake Lake in Tacoma. The cross connection to the City of Tacoma storm drain system has been fixed and is no longer a threat to public health. Learn more about our surface water quality efforts and current advisories at tpchd.org/advisories.
The Board of Health July 5 Meeting Agenda
The Board of Health will hold a Regular Meeting on July 5 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Health Department issues advisory for Jack Hyde Beach due to high bacteria levels
We recommend you don’t swim or wade anywhere at Jack Hyde Beach in Tacoma. Lab tests found high levels of bacteria in the water, which increases your risk of gastrointestinal illness if you come in contact with it. We posted advisory signs along the the water and will continue to monitor bacteria levels. When tests […]
More help for Black parents and babies
Every baby deserves a healthy start and a healthy life. A new grant from Ballmer Group will help Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department improve the health of Black infants and parents in Pierce County. We’ll use the 3-year, $1 million grant to pilot a redesigned Black Infant Health (BIH) program and create a model that community organizations and […]
Health Department Issues a Sewage Spill Advisory for Snake Lake in Tacoma
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department issued a sewage spill advisory for Snake Lake in Tacoma on June 27, 2023. People and pets should avoid the water and not swim, wade, or fish until further notice. Contact with fecal-contaminated waters can result in gastroenteritis, skin rashes, upper respiratory infections, and other illnesses. Children and those who are […]
The Board of Health June 21 Meeting Agenda
The Board of Health will hold a Special Meeting on June 21 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.