Throughout the pandemic it has been important to find joy and connection in new ways, and with high transmission and hospitalization rates in our area, it’s still important to remember a few tips for gathering safely. Setting expectations, testing, getting vaccinated, staying outside when possible, and letting people know if you tested positive for COVID-19 after the event are all ways to help make your gatherings safer.
According to a report from the American Diabetes Association, 9.7% of Washington’s adult population has diagnosed diabetes. This number doesn’t even include those who have diabetes and don’t know it and those who have prediabetes. There are a lot of questions around diabetes, so we want to highlight a program that works to address this issue in a very realistic and practical way.
If you're ready to quit using tobacco products such as cigarettes, vapes, or chew, you might be curious about what that process looks like. You might even have questions about setting a quit day or avoiding temptations and cravings after the fact.
All these questions are normal, and the good news is that the Washington State Quitline has been an available resource for tobacco users for the last 20 years. However, many people are unaware of what actually happens when they call the Quitline. We want to eliminate some of that stress and offer you insight because we know choosing to quit tobacco is a big deal.
November is Native American heritage month, and we are excited to share one of many ways the communities with this rich heritage have been leaders in public health.
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, many of us are ready to spend time with friends and family and give thanks. Compared to last year, we expect to see more traditional get-togethers now that a vaccine is available to help protect our loved ones.
If you plan to enjoy Thanksgiving this year with a small group of friends and family, we want to make sure you're prepared to tackle the holiday—and we're not just talking about safety precautions. Keep reading for ways to ensure that everything from cooking the turkey to enjoying a little holiday shopping afterwards runs smoothly (and safely!).
