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H1N1 (Swine Flu)
- Information about H1N1 (swine flu) and what you can do to
prepare - yourself, your family, your business and more.
- Also get information about the seasonal flu on our
Flu News page.
- West Nile virus season is here
Learn how to protect yourself and your family from illness. We have a new
online dead bird reporting tool so people can let us know
when they find a dead bird.
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New tools
to help you quit smoking
The
Washington State Department of Health’s Tobacco Prevention
and Control Program has launched a new on-line campaign to
help people quit smoking. Called “Dear Me,” the campaign is
based on the motto: “no one can make me quit but me.” Visit
www.quitline.com for
videos, tips and resources.
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Summer safety: Staying cool when
things get hot
Record-breaking temperatures can be very dangerous, even deadly, if
you do not take proper precautions. It’s important to know
what to do during this unusual heat to make sure you, your
family, friends and neighbors stay safe. Remember to drink
plenty of liquids, avoid sunburn, take breaks in the shade
and learn other ways to be safe on our
Hot Weather Safety page.
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American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
The department is overseeing stimulus funds received by the state for several areas including drinking water system construction projects and WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) nutrition programs.
Learn more about these efforts.
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