Alerts:  Nov. 12, 2024: Pertussis (whooping cough) outbreak confirmed in Spokane County. SRHD urges parents and pregnant people to vaccinate. Read the press release.

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What the Community Needs to Know About Shigella

What the Community Needs to Know About Shigella

December 18, 2023

You may be hearing the word shigella for the first time recently due to a current shigella outbreak in Spokane. It is a cause of concern for the community, however, we can all take simple steps to prevent its transmission. The first step is understanding what shigella is and how it spreads.

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It’s the Great American Smokeout!

It’s the Great American Smokeout!

November 16, 2023

November 16 is the Great American Smokeout! It's a day to recognize the impact smoking cigarettes can have on your health and consider making today your official quit day. Let's talk about some of the ways smoking cigarettes could be affecting your health and how you can create a quit plan that works for you.

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Your Fall Guide to Better Health this Season!

Your Fall Guide to Better Health this Season!

October 10, 2023

There are so many fun activities to look forward to as the weather turns a new leaf and fall settles in. However, it's also the beginning of cold and flu season. That’s why we’ve put together a little guide to connect your favorite fall essentials to ways you can promote better health and keep your family safe as the weather continues to cool.

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National Week Without Driving is Almost Here!

National Week Without Driving is Almost Here!

September 26, 2023

The third annual Week Without Driving is just around the corner starting October 2, 2023, and goes through October 8, 2023. Disability Rights Washington began this challenge, and it has grown over the last two years in Washington state. Now it is going national in partnership with America Walks! They are hosting this challenge to help those who typically drive experience what life would be like if driving wasn’t an option.

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August is National Immunization Awareness Month: are your kids up to date?

August is National Immunization Awareness Month: are your kids up to date?

August 17, 2023

Life as a parent is busy enough! When you're busy helping your little one's juggle school, homework, after-school activities, childcare, play dates, and more, your to-do list can pile up quickly—and you might not know where to start. But if there's one thing you can prioritize and feel good about crossing off your to-do list, it's getting your kids up to date on their vaccines.

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