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Public Health - Seattle & King County works to protect and improve the health and well-being of all people in King County, WA.
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Mar 19, 2020 5 tweets 1 min read
Under our Local Health Officer Order issued March 16, grocery stores and other retail establishments selling grocery items must implement safety precautions and #COVID19 prevention measures: Apply social distancing recommendations to any lines that form inside or outside of the store.

📏Limit contact of people within 6 feet from each other for 10 minutes or longer.
Mar 7, 2020 4 tweets 2 min read
We urge @KingCountyWA residents to follow guidance to reduce the risk of #COVID19 in our community.

There are currently no restrictions on who can be tested for #coronavirus, and commercial testing is becoming more available. Healthcare providers may test any patient in whom they suspect #COVID19.

While testing is becoming more available, there are limitations in healthcare providers' capacity to obtain samples and process lab results rapidly.
Mar 4, 2020 11 tweets 5 min read
Earlier today, state and local health officials announced new guidance to @KingCountyWA residents aimed at reducing their risk of exposure to #COVID19.

See the recommendations to reduce the risk of spread of #coronavirus: bit.ly/COVIDrecommend… While all residents can take steps now, people with underlying health conditions are urged to pay special attention to recommendations to avoid large gatherings of people.
Mar 2, 2020 26 tweets 9 min read
Novel #coronavirus (#COVID19) is a new virus strain that emerged in December 2019.

The first case in Washington State was ID'ed Jan. 21 and the first case in King County was ID'ed Feb. 28.

To date, there are 14 total cases in King County, and we expect additional cases. While the vast majority of #COVID19 cases are mild, some populations are vulnerable to serious infections, which can lead to death.

Of the 14 identified cases to date, 5 of those have died.

Our deepest sympathies go out to their families and community.
Mar 2, 2020 16 tweets 6 min read
.@PurpleHayesRN: I want to send my deepest condolences to the loved ones of those who have passed, and our heartfelt thoughts those who are now seriously ill.

#COVID19 #coronavirus #WAcoronavirus @PurpleHayesRN Also in our thoughts are the health care workers and EMS responders, who are heroically caring for those affected. They are doing incredible work, as they are trained to do.