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.
Regional healthcare organizations adopt guidelines for masking as respiratory illness season approaches
Healthcare facilities in the region have joined together voluntarily to prioritize the health and safety of patients and employees by adopting interim thresholds for universal masking in hospitals and outpatient clinics. When thresholds are crossed, which indicates increased regional respiratory illness activity and impact, masking by staff and patients will be required in patient care […]