Alerts: June 13, 2025: Construction work on the SRHD College Avenue building begins on Monday, June 16, and is expected to continue for eight weeks. Please be mindful of areas around the building that are closed for safety. | Some federal websites are experiencing disruptions while being reviewed for compliance with President Trump’s executive orders. As a result, some links and information on srhd.org may be unavailable. | Spokane Regional Health District's offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025, in observance of Independence Day.
The Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency (Spokane Clean Air) and Spokane Regional Health District (SRHD) are joining other agencies across the Pacific Northwest to promote smoke preparedness during next week's “Smoke Ready Week,” a week that focuses on ways residents can prepare now for summer’s potential wildfire smoke.
Naloxone (also known by the brand name Narcan®) is a medication that is available over the counter, is easy to carry, is easy to use, and can save someone’s life from an opioid overdose. Do you want to know more? Spokane County’s Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) has training for that!
Hoopfest is almost here! Whether you plan to be on the court, cheering from the sidelines, or ensuring the weekend runs smoothly as a volunteer, it’s important for everyone to stay healthy as we enjoy the beginning of summer—and the heat that comes with it! Here are a few sun safety tips to keep in mind...
June is Pride Month—a time to celebrate and show support for the LGBTQIA2S+ community! To show our support, we'll be lighting the exterior of our building in rainbow colors each night throughout the month of June. Don’t forget to take a look!
June 9-13 is Smoke Ready Week. This week Spokane Regional Health District joins Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency and Gonzaga Univerty’s Institute for Climate, Water, and Environment to share tips and resources through a newly launched website, community partners, and social media. This year’s theme is SMOKE: Five Tips to Help You Breathe Easier.
Did you know there's a simple, one-hour course that can teach you how to help someone in a mental health crisis—just like CPR does for medical emergencies? It’s called QPR Suicide Prevention training, and it’s available online and here in Spokane through the Spokane County Medical Reserve Corps.
June 2-8 is National Food Safety Week! Over the decades, food science has played an important role in shaping our understanding of how to keep food safe and how to prevent foodborne illnesses. Here are a few moments in history where food science has come into play:
At SRHD, nurses work in many different programs, and we would like to thank every one of them for their dedication to public health. They are tracking diseases, managing chronic illnesses, monitoring safety in congregate living facilities, and so many other duties. Our nurses may have saved your life or a loved one’s life today without you knowing it!
You might wonder, “Why does it matter if my kids aren’t vaccinated, as long as yours are?” It’s a good question. It’s important to ask questions about your child’s health—and to ask trusted sources. Pediatricians are trained to give safe medical advice and are happy to answer your questions. They can also help you understand what’s best for your child’s health.
Public health isn’t just about policies and programs—it’s about the people behind them. The team at SRHD doesn’t just work in Spokane; they live here too. They’re your neighbors, friends, and family members, all working together to make Spokane a healthier place for everyone. Throughout the week, we will be sharing stories and insights across social media to highlight how the people in our programs improve community well-being.
