The number of emergency department visits and hospitalizations due to respiratory illnesses, including influenza and COVID-19, continues to rise in Clark County. Read more… Source:…
Posts published in “Clark County Public Health”
Clark County’s flu positivity rate at 27 percent and growing, with flu season just starting
By The Citizen on December 31, 2024
The holiday season may be winding down, but flu cases are on the rise. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Clark County has 406 cases of whooping cough — the highest number in Washington
By The Citizen on November 13, 2024
Clark County is experiencing an alarming spike in whooping cough and chickenpox cases among children — outbreaks that health officials say could’ve been prevented. Read…
First responders in Clark County have a new tool to fight opioid addiction after overdoses
By The Citizen on October 21, 2024
First responders in Clark County can now administer a medication to treat opioid-use disorder through a statewide pilot program. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Clark County Public Health presentation discusses the dangers and health effects of lead
By The Citizen on September 25, 2024
The Clark County Board of Health wants to eventually increase lead testing across the county, especially within low-income communities. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Clark County Public Health urges community to avoid unpermitted food carts
By The Citizen on September 25, 2024
Clark County Public Health is warning consumers to avoid unpermitted food carts. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Health providers urge Clark County to stay up to date on vaccines despite burnout
By The Citizen on September 12, 2024
As flu season begins, health providers are urging the community to stay up to date on their vaccinations, even if they may be feeling a…
Clark County Public Health lifts Vancouver Lake algae advisory
By The Citizen on September 6, 2024
Clark County Public Health on Friday lifted an algae advisory for Vancouver Lake in place since Aug. 22. Water samples collected from the lake showed…
Clark County Public Health campaign focuses on proper disposal of e-cigarettes, vaping devices
By The Citizen on September 5, 2024
If you’re among the thousands of Washington residents who use e-cigarettes or vape devices, you likely have wondered what to do with your old ones.…
Whooping cough on rise in Clark County; return to school could boost surge
By The Citizen on August 28, 2024
Clark County Public Health warns of a surge in local cases of whooping cough could grow more severe as kids return to school. Read more… …