For instructions on how to use our data dashboards, please see our dashboard tool page. Data collection methods and measures change from year-to-year. For technical notes, see our Annual Immunization ...

As a health care professional, you're a trusted source of information. Set a healthy example for your community by getting an annual flu vaccine and promoting vaccination among coworkers. Remind ...

Antibiotic resistance is a threat to everyone. Healthcare facilities should establish and follow policies for prevention and management of MDROs (MDRO risk assessment). The Washington State Department ...

The Washington Recovery Help Line is here for you. Call 1-866-789-1511. Use the links below to find helpful information and resources for you and your baby.

Drowning is the second leading cause of injury-related death for children ages 1 to 14 years old in the United States. Among children ages 1 to 4 years old, most drownings occur in residential ...

This page contains health care provider and staff resources on school and child care immunization requirements and reporting. We update it regularly to reflect changes from year to year. If you’re a ...

The COVID-19 pandemic intensified and highlighted longstanding health disparities and systemic inequities. The pandemic also revealed significant limitations in the public health workforce. These ...

In 1994, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) established the Vaccine Advisory Committee (VAC) to provide guidance and serve as an advisory body to DOH on appropriate medical ...

OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) issued a Standing Order for the COVID-19 vaccine, making it easier for Washington residents to get vaccinated. The order comes as DOH ...

OLYMPIA – The West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA) is issuing immunization recommendations for the 2026-2027 respiratory virus season. These recommendations are informed by trusted national medical ...

OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is launching a groundbreaking community testing initiative in collaboration with Local Health Jurisdictions (LHJs) and Tribal Nations to ...

OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is working with local and federal partners on two separate hantavirus-related investigations. One investigation involves individuals ...