Showing posts with label public health. Show all posts
Showing posts with label public health. Show all posts

COVID-19 Local Case Numbers as of Friday, July 8, 2022

Sunday, July 10, 2022

 
KING COUNTY HOSPITALIZATIONS


COVID-19 Local Case Numbers as of Friday, July 8, 2022

Health experts are worrying about the recent COVID-19 variants and the increasing transmission rates, so exercise some caution, particularly in crowded indoor spaces.

Check your local pharmacy to see if they have vaccines for children in stock.  

King county cases

Cases in past 7 days - 6,369
Average daily cases - 956

King county hospitalizations

Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 137
Average daily hospitalizations - 20

King county deaths

Deaths in past 14 days - 39
Daily average deaths - 3


Seattle Cases

Cases in past 7 days - 2,539
Average daily cases - 377

Seattle Hospitalizations

Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 34
Average daily hospitalizations - 5

Seattle Deaths

Deaths in 14 days - 6
Average daily deaths - <1


Shoreline cases

Cases in past 7 days - 208
Average daily cases - 31

Shoreline Hospitalizations

Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 7
Average daily hospitalizations - <1

Shoreline Deaths

Total deaths - 142
Deaths in 14 days - 2
Average daily deaths - <1


Lake Forest Park cases

Cases in past 7 days - 42
Average daily cases - 6

Lake Forest Park Hospitalizations

Total hospitalizations - 39
Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 0
Average daily hospitalizations - 0

Lake Forest Park Deaths

Total deaths - 7
Deaths in 14 days - 1
Average daily deaths - <1



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COVID-19 Local Case Numbers as of Friday, July 1, 2022

Monday, July 4, 2022

 
HOSPITALIZATIONS IN KING COUNTY
March 1 to July 1,2022

COVID-19 Local Case Numbers as of Friday, July 1, 2022

The CDC has advised residents of six Washington counties to wear masks indoors: Lewis County, Pacific County, Thurston County, Grays Harbor County, Garfield County and Spokane County.

Safeway pharmacy has vaccines in stock for kids 3-4. Call your local store for appointments.

King county cases

Cases in past 7 days - 6,921
Average daily cases - 1,045

King county hospitalizations

Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 116
Average daily hospitalizations - 17

King county deaths

Deaths in past 14 days - 27
Daily average deaths - 2


Seattle Cases

Cases in past 7 days - 2,805
Average daily cases - 420

Seattle Hospitalizations

Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 29
Average daily hospitalizations - 4

Seattle Deaths

Deaths in 14 days - 6
Average daily deaths - <1


Shoreline cases

Cases in past 7 days - 217
Average daily cases - 32

Shoreline Hospitalizations

Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 3
Average daily hospitalizations - <1

Shoreline Deaths

Total deaths - 140
Deaths in 14 days - 1
Average daily deaths - <1


Lake Forest Park cases

Cases in past 7 days - 52
Average daily cases - 8

Lake Forest Park Hospitalizations

Total hospitalizations - 39
Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 1
Average daily hospitalizations - <1

Lake Forest Park Deaths

Total deaths - 6
Deaths in 14 days - 0
Average daily deaths - 0



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Executive Constantine, Seattle Mayor Harrell appoint experienced leader as Director of Public Health

Thursday, June 30, 2022

Dr. Faisal Khan, Director of Public Health
Seattle-King County
King County Executive Dow Constantine and Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell today appointed Dr. Faisal Khan, a 25-year leader in public health at global, state and local levels - as the Director of Public Health - Seattle-King County.

"Dr. Khan has the experience and expertise to lead Public Health into the next phase, and he brings a fresh perspective to serving the people of King County," said Executive Constantine. " 
We look forward to his leadership as our dedicated employees continue our national reputation for excellence in public health and health equity - making King County a community where every person can thrive."

"We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Faisal Khan as our new director of public health," said Mayor Bruce Harrell. 

"From navigating through this stage of the pandemic to addressing public health crises like the disparate impacts of gun violence, Dr. Khan's decades of public health leadership will enhance the good work our strong team at Seattle-King County Public Health is doing to support vulnerable communities. 

"After several years of draining -- and critical -- emergency public health response, Dr. Khan has the experience and vision to lay a foundation as we refocus and rebuild for a healthy future of our region."

Dr. Khan said that “Public health is not just a career – it’s a calling in life. It’s a distinct honor and privilege to earn the trust of Executive Constantine and Mayor Harrell, and I look forward to earning the trust of the people of King County.”

“Having worked across the country, I know the esteem and respect that Public Health – Seattle & King County have from their peers, and I look forward to continuing that reputation. We have so much work ahead to continue our recovery through the pandemic, and I can’t wait to get started.”



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Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup finds Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines are safe and effective for children as young as 6 months old

Tuesday, June 21, 2022

Photo courtesy WA Deptartment of Health
The Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup today completed its review of the federal process and has unanimously concluded that the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines are safe and effective for children as young as 6 months old. 

The Workgroup provided its confirmation to the governors of Washington, California, Nevada and Oregon this afternoon.

The Moderna two-dose vaccine series and the Pfizer three-dose vaccine series are now available to children as young as 6 months old. 

The Washington State Department of Health last week said once vaccines were approved they will begin supplying healthcare providers with vaccines for children ages 6 months to 4 years.

On Friday, June 17, 2022 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized the use of the vaccines in children as young as 6 months old, and the CDC affirmed that decision on Saturday. The Workgroup reviewed the federal decisions on Saturday and affirmed them today.

The Workgroup thoroughly reviewed safety and efficacy data for the vaccines. The Workgroup found that completion of either vaccine series produced antibody levels similar to those achieved in individuals aged 16-25 years. Observed vaccine reactions among infants aged 6-12 months and children aged 1 through 5 years were consistent with reactions to other vaccines routinely recommended for these age groups.

The Workgroup concluded that the benefits of completing either vaccine series substantially outweigh any known or likely risks. Immunization can be expected to reduce the numbers of COVID-19-related serious illnesses, hospitalizations, and deaths in young children while facilitating their participation in normal educational, social and recreational activities.

Washington, Oregon, and Nevada joined California’s COVID-19 Scientific Safety Review Workgroup in October 2020. The workgroup, made up of nationally-acclaimed scientists with expertise in immunization and public health, has concurrently and independently reviewed the FDA’s actions related to COVID-19 vaccines. It will continue to evaluate other COVID-19 vaccines as they go through the federal process.

Statement from Washington Governor Jay Inslee:

“This is excellent news for Washington families and I know many parents who have been eagerly awaiting the opportunity to get their youngest children vaccinated. I encourage parents to contact their trusted providers to discuss any questions or concerns. These vaccines remain the most important tool in our continued efforts to keep people safe from severe COVID illness or hospitalization.”

Statement from California Governor Gavin Newsom:

“Vaccines are safe, effective, and widely accessible – we’re strongly encouraging parents to protect their kids from COVID-19 with these vaccines, and California has pre-ordered nearly 400,000 doses that can be administered at the more than 8,500 vaccine sites throughout the state.”

Statement from Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak:

“Many families have been waiting for the opportunity to vaccinate their youngest members and I am happy that day has come. Families can have the peace of mind of the thorough review process these vaccines have gone through, but I encourage families to speak to a trusted health care provider about any questions they have. Vaccines protect against serious illness, and I offer my thanks to all those who continue to serve on the Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup to confirm the recommendations and guidance for COVID-19 vaccines.”

Statement from Oregon Governor Kate Brown:

“This is a long awaited moment for so many families. With today’s review by leading doctors, pediatricians, and health experts, Oregon parents and children can be confident in the safety and effectiveness of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines for children as young as 6 months old. It is completely normal for parents and kids to have questions about vaccines––I urge you to reach out to your family doctor, health care provider, or pharmacist and get your questions answered today.”



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Children ages 6 months – 4 years may soon be eligible for COVID-19 vaccinations

Friday, June 17, 2022

Photo courtesy Vaccines.gov
OLYMPIA – Several COVID-19 vaccination series for children are being considered for emergency use authorization in the coming days, including:
  • A Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for children ages 6 months – 4 years
  • A Moderna vaccines for children ages 6 months -- 5 years
  • A second Moderna vaccine for youth ages 6 – 17 years

The agencies that must authorize or recommend vaccines for these ages are the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, and the Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup. 

If the recommendations for these vaccines pass, the Washington State Department of Health will begin supplying healthcare providers with vaccines for children ages 6 months to 4 years.

“Getting vaccinated remains the best way to protect yourself and those around you. We applaud the patience of parents awaiting this authorization,” said Umair A. Shah, MD, MPH, Secretary of Health. 
“We expect enough vaccines to meet initial demand and that supply will continue to increase in the coming days and weeks.

“We will continue to monitor supply to meet the needs of those seeking out COVID-19 vaccines for all age groups. We are all in it together.”

While parents are understandably eager for their young children to receive these vaccines, similar to other vaccine rollouts the Department of Health urges them to remain patient. 

Overwhelming demand may temporarily slow the pediatric vaccination process while more providers and healthcare systems may take time to support the potential increase in demand.

To make a vaccine or booster appointment, visit Vaccine Locator, Vaccines.gov, or call the COVID-19 Information Hotline at 833-VAX-HELP or simply contact your local pharmacy. 



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COVID-19 Local Case Numbers as of Friday, June 3, 2022

Monday, June 6, 2022

Remember that case numbers are greatly underreported as people test and recover at home. 


COVID-19 Local Case Numbers as of Friday, June 3, 2022

Local numbers remain low. To keep them that way, stay current on vaccinations and boosters, keep the windows open, and consider wearing a mask at crowded events.


King county cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 408,265
  • Cases in past 7 days - 6,806 
  • Average daily cases - 1,042
King county hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 12,081
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 110 
  • Average daily hospitalizations - 16
King county deaths
  • Total deaths - 2,822
  • Deaths in past 14 days - 32 
  • Daily average deaths - 2

Seattle Cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 121,593
  • Cases in past 7 days - 2,616 
  • Average daily cases - 389
Seattle Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 2,621
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 34 
  • Average daily hospitalizations - 5
Seattle Deaths
  • Total deaths - 663
  • Deaths in 14 days - 10  
  • Average daily deaths - 1

Shoreline cases
  • Total confirmed cases -  9,981
  • Cases in past 7 days - 224
  • Average daily cases - 32
Shoreline Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 310
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 2    
  • Average daily hospitalizations - <1
Shoreline Deaths
  • Total deaths - 137
  • Deaths in 14 days - 2
  • Average daily deaths - <1

Lake Forest Park cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 1,834
  • Cases in past 7 days - 55
  • Average daily cases - 8
Lake Forest Park Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 36
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 0 
  • Average daily hospitalizations - <1
Lake Forest Park Deaths
  • Total deaths - 6
  • Deaths in 14 days - 0 
  • Average daily deaths - 0


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COVID-19 Local Case Numbers as of Friday, May 27, 2022

Sunday, May 29, 2022

King county numbers 5-27-2022


COVID-19 Local Case Numbers as of Friday, May 27, 2022

The numbers reported in this article are still being verified as the reporting agencies strive to confirm cause of death, remove duplicates, verify residence, and catch up to a huge backlog from January's surge.

Public Health also advises that the case numbers are most certainly underreported as people have access to home test kits and are either asymptomatic or mildly ill and recovering at home. They are watching the hospitalization numbers as an indicator. All the numbers are rising, but slowly, as the new variant takes hold.

Booster doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine are now available for children ages 5-11. Everyone is urged to stay current with vaccines and boosters.

King county cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 400,448
  • Cases in past 7 days - 8,162 - 1% increase from previous 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 1,244
King county hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 11,997
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 106 -  -14% decrease from previous 7 days
  • Average daily hospitalizations - 15
King county deaths
  • Total deaths - 2,808
  • Deaths in past 14 days - 26 -   -16% decrease from previous 14 days
  • Daily average deaths - 2

Seattle Cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 118,803
  • Cases in past 7 days - 3,219 -  2% increase from previous 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 479
Seattle Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 2,584
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 29 -  -9% decrease from previous 7 days
  • Average daily hospitalizations - 4
Seattle Deaths
  • Total deaths - 657
  • Deaths in 14 days - 6 -  20% increase from previous 14 days
  • Average daily deaths - <1

Shoreline cases
  • Total confirmed cases -  9,768
  • Cases in past 7 days - 250 -  -5% decrease in past 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 37
Shoreline Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 309
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 1   - 67% decrease in past 7 days
  • Average daily hospitalizations - <1
Shoreline Deaths
  • Total deaths - 137
  • Deaths in 14 days - 1 - 83% decrease in past 14 days
  • Average daily deaths - <1

Lake Forest Park cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 1,787
  • Cases in past 7 days - 52 - 10% increase over previous 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 8
Lake Forest Park Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 37
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 3 - increase of 3 in past 7 days
  • Average daily hospitalizations - <1
Lake Forest Park Deaths
  • Total deaths - 6
  • Deaths in 14 days - 0 - no change
  • Average daily deaths - 0


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DOH: Infant formula shortages: What to do if you're impacted

Thursday, May 19, 2022

Photo courtesy HealthyChildren.org
Resources for families and caregivers

OLYMPIA – The nationwide infant formula shortage has caused stress for many families. 

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) has compiled resources to assist families trying to find nutritionally appropriate food for their babies. 

The information below comes from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Washington WIC program, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

While the shortage has been persisting since the pandemic, it has worsened due to supply chain issues, the February recall of several baby formula products due to possible contamination, and the voluntary closure of a facility in Michigan by Abbott Laboratories - the country’s largest manufacturer of infant formula. 

Though Abbott reached an agreement with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on the steps needed to restart production, it will still be weeks before any formula products from that facility become publicly available.

If you are struggling to find infant formula and have concerns about your child’s nutrition, your first step is to check out the links and resources provided to get accurate information. If you still have concerns about your child’s health, contact your child’s primary care provider’s office and ask to speak with a nurse, medical assistant, or health educator on your child’s care team.

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WA Dept of Health: Childhood immunization rates decline during the pandemic

Monday, May 16, 2022


OLYMPIA – A new report shows routine childhood immunization rates decreased during the pandemic, dropping by 13% in 2021 when compared to pre-pandemic levels. 

The drop was most noticeable in young children.

In response, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH), health care providers and other agencies are working with families to catch up and stay current on routine immunizations. 

“The pandemic has been difficult for everyone. Disruptions to schooling, childcare and in-person health care made it hard for some families to stay up to date on their shots,” said Tao Sheng Kwan-Gett, MD, MPH, Chief Science Officer. 
“We encourage parents and caregivers to schedule their well-child visits as soon as possible, to make sure their kids are happy, healthy, meeting developmental milestones, and ready for school.”

The new report, compiled by DOH, compares routine childhood vaccination rates in Washington from 2021 to averages from 2015-2019. Rates were found to have declined the most in younger children, however rates in teens increased. 

Children need to be up to date on immunizations to attend preschool, kindergarten, school, or childcare this fall. 
“Vaccines are the best tools we have to protect kids from getting sick from preventable diseases,” added Dr. Kwan-Gett.


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UW Med: 1 million U.S. COVID deaths 'a real underestimate’

Sunday, May 15, 2022

John B. Lynch M.D., M.P.H.
Medical Director for Infection Prevention
President Biden reflected today on the sobering U.S. milestone of 1 million COVID-19 deaths. 

The CDC's official count has the U.S. on the cusp of that total, but UW Medicine infectious diseases physician Dr. John Lynch thinks the novel coronavirus’ true toll is much higher.

“That 1 million count, as large as it is, is a real underestimate of the number of people have died due to COVID-19,” said Lynch, the medical director for infection prevention at Harborview Medical Center.

“We have to think about (what’s) behind those 1 million deaths — all of the people who have lost someone, and the impacts on their families, the children of lost parents, the parents of lost children and other family members, as well as those who continue to struggle with the aftereffects of COVID,” he said.

COVID-19 continues to spread throughout western Washington. The daily volume of COVID inpatients at UW Medicine hospitals, at 31 on May 12, has risen recently.

“Two weeks ago, I was really talking about a range between 15 and 20,” Lynch said.

“Focus on keeping yourself safe and keeping your community safe. That includes your family, your friends, your colleagues as well as your loved ones,” said Lynch. 
“Wear a mask in an indoor space near other people. Get vaccinated and get boosted. If you're sick, get tested. And for those of you who need to get treated, make sure you get to that as soon as possible.”



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COVID-19 local numbers as of Friday May 13, 2022

Hospitalizations in King county
COVID-19 Case Numbers as of Friday, May 6, 2022

The numbers reported in this article are still being verified as the reporting agencies strive to confirm cause of death, remove duplicates, verify residence, and catch up to a huge backlog from January's surge.

Public Health also advises that the case numbers are most certainly underreported as people have access to home test kits and are either asymptomatic or mildly ill and recovering at home. They are watching the hospitalization numbers as an indicator.

There are increasing numbers of breakthrough cases with fully vaccinated people getting COVID-19. However, most of those cases are light enough to recover at home. Most people who now get COVID-19 are not going to the hospital and are not dying from the infection. Unvaccinated people are still extremely vulnerable as they have been throughout the pandemic.

King county cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 383,076
  • Cases in past 7 days - 6,786 - 8% increase from previous 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 1,042
King county hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 11,727
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 68 - -13% decrease from previous 7 days
  • Average daily hospitalizations - 10
King county deaths
  • Total deaths - 2,772
  • Deaths in past 14 days - 28 - 133% increase from previous 14 days
  • Daily average deaths - 2

Seattle Cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 112,228
  • Cases in past 7 days - 2,937 -  11% increase from previous 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 434
Seattle Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 2,517
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 21 -  -9% decrease from previous 7 days
  • Average daily hospitalizations - 3
Seattle Deaths
  • Total deaths - 647
  • Deaths in 14 days - 5 -  150% increase from previous 14 days
  • Average daily deaths - <1

Shoreline cases
  • Total confirmed cases -  9,234
  • Cases in past 7 days - 227 - 15% increase in past 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 35
Shoreline Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 301
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 2 - 50% decrease in past 7 days
  • Average daily hospitalizations - <1
Shoreline Deaths
  • Total deaths - 134
  • Deaths in 14 days - 5 - 0 change in past 14 days
  • Average daily deaths - <1

Lake Forest Park cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 1,672
  • Cases in past 7 days - 38 - 2% increase over previous 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 6
Lake Forest Park Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 34
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 1 - increase of 1 in past 7 days
  • Average daily hospitalizations - <1
Lake Forest Park Deaths
  • Total deaths - 6
  • Deaths in 14 days - 0 - no change
  • Average daily deaths - 0


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COVID-19 Case Numbers as of Friday, May 6, 2022

Monday, May 9, 2022

Hospitalizations in King county

COVID-19 Case Numbers as of Friday, May 6, 2022

The numbers reported in this article are still being verified as the reporting agencies strive to confirm cause of death, remove duplicates, verify residence, and catch up to a huge backlog from January's surge.

Public Health also advises that the case numbers are most certainly underreported as people have access to home test kits and are either asymptomatic or mildly ill and recovering at home. They are watching the hospitalization numbers as an indicator.

King county cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 375,735
  • Cases in past 7 days - 6,165 - 16% increase from previous 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 946
King county hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 11,637
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 74 - 1% increase from previous 7 days
  • Average daily hospitalizations - 11
King county deaths
  • Total deaths - 2,752
  • Deaths in past 14 days - 16 - -6% decrease from previous 14 days
  • Daily average deaths - 1

Seattle Cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 109,050
  • Cases in past 7 days - 2,594 -  11% increase from previous 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 383
Seattle Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 2,490
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 21 -  -5% decrease from previous 7 days
  • Average daily hospitalizations - 3
Seattle Deaths
  • Total deaths - 645
  • Deaths in 14 days - 3 -  0% change from previous 14 days
  • Average daily deaths - <1

Shoreline cases
  • Total confirmed cases -  8,981
  • Cases in past 7 days - 205 - 17% increase in past 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 29
Shoreline Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 301
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 5 - 400% increase in past 7 days
  • Average daily hospitalizations - 1
Shoreline Deaths
  • Total deaths - 130
  • Deaths in 14 days - 0 - 0 change in past 14 days
  • Average daily deaths - 0

Lake Forest Park cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 1,630
  • Cases in past 7 days - 37 - 11% increase over previous 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 6
Lake Forest Park Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 33
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 0 - no change in past 7 days
  • Average daily hospitalizations - 0
Lake Forest Park Deaths
  • Total deaths - 6
  • Deaths in 14 days - 0 - no change
  • Average daily deaths - 0


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Public Health investigating outbreak of norovirus-like illness at Oak Tree Village IHOP

Saturday, May 7, 2022

IHOP photo by Leo M
Public Health is investigating an outbreak of norovirus-like illness associated with vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and chills at IHOP #1755, located in Oak Tree Village, 10002 Aurora Ave N #2-24, Seattle, WA 98101

Illnesses

Since April 29, 2022, 5 people from 1 meal party reported becoming ill after eating food from IHOP on April 28, 2022. They have not identified any ill employees.

Public Health actions

Environmental Health Investigators visited the restaurant on May 4th, 2022. Investigators identified improper hand washing which is a risk factor known to contribute to the spread of norovirus-like illness. 

The restaurant closed on May 4, 2022, to complete a thorough cleaning and disinfection.

Environmental Health Investigators revisited the restaurant on May 5th and confirmed proper cleaning and disinfection was completed. The restaurant was reopened on May 5, 2022.



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COVID-19 Case Numbers as of Friday, April 29, 2022

Sunday, May 1, 2022


Every year the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries hosts a memorial ceremony for workers who lost their lives on the job.

L/I records show 26 people passed away in 2021 after contracting COVID-19 while working in hospitals, prisons, manufacturing jobs, or other workplaces. 

Another 15 workers died following long battles with other occupational illnesses. This makes COVID-19 fatalities the highest work-related deaths for the second year in a row.

A total of 106 fallen workers were lost. They were all honored in L/I's annual Worker Memorial Day this week.

“Even as we believe that the worst of the pandemic is behind us, we find ourselves looking back on another year where COVID was the leading cause of job-related deaths,” said Joel Sacks, L/I director. 
“We will not forget those who lost their lives to COVID or other causes. We all need to do everything in our power to ensure every worker goes home safe at the end of the day.”

You can view the memorial service and learn more about the fallen workers.


COVID-19 Case Numbers as of Friday, April 29, 2022

The numbers reported in this article are still being verified as the reporting agencies strive to confirm cause of death, remove duplicates, verify residence, and catch up to a huge backlog from January's surge.

King county cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 369,189
  • Cases in past 7 days - 5,259 - 22% increase from previous 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 796
King county hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 11,558
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 70 - 46% increase from previous 7 days
  • Average daily hospitalizations - 10
King county deaths
  • Total deaths - 2,738
  • Deaths in past 14 days - 11 - 27% decrease from previous 14 days
  • Daily average deaths - 1

Seattle Cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 106,250
  • Cases in past 7 days - 2,230 -  4% increase from previous 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 333
Seattle Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 2,466
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 22 -  83% increase from previous 7 days
  • Average daily hospitalizations - 3
Seattle Deaths
  • Total deaths - 642
  • Deaths in 14 days - 1 - 67% decrease from previous 14 days
  • Average daily deaths - <1

Shoreline cases
  • Total confirmed cases -  8,746
  • Cases in past 7 days - 154 - 22% increase in past 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 22
Shoreline Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 294
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 1 - increase of 1 in past 7 days
Shoreline Deaths
  • Total deaths - 129
  • Deaths in 14 days - 0 - 0 change in past 14 days
  • Average daily deaths - 0

Lake Forest Park cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 1,595
  • Cases in past 7 days - 31 - 67% increase over previous 7 days
  • Average daily cases - 5
Lake Forest Park Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 33
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 0 - 100% decrease in past 7 days
  • Average daily hospitalizations - 0
Lake Forest Park Deaths
  • Total deaths - 6
  • Deaths in 14 days - 0 - no change
  • Average daily deaths - 0


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State stops placement of minors at behavioral health hospital in Kirkland

Thursday, April 28, 2022

Fairfax Hospital


OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) has issued a Limited Stop Placement at Fairfax Behavioral Health Hospital (BHC Fairfax), a psychiatric hospital in Kirkland. 

The hospital is not allowed to admit any new patients under the age of 18 until conditions posing immediate risk to the safety of patients are addressed.

On Thursday, April 21, DOH staff went to BHC Fairfax to investigate allegations of serious and immediate risk to the safety of patients. The department issued a Notice of Immediate Jeopardy based on deficient practices at the facility, including failure to identify patients at risk for harm, failure to implement a plan of care for the prevention of sexual aggression and victimization, and failure to maintain a safe patient care environment.

The hospital submitted a plan to correct the immediate risk to patients, but a follow-up inspection over the weekend found ongoing concerns, which led the department to issue a Limited Stop Placement that prohibits new admission of patients under the age of 18 until the risks are addressed. The department is actively monitoring the hospital’s progress to correct the violations.

Information about the enforcement action is available on the DOH website. This is an ongoing investigation and no additional details can be released at this time.

The Department of Health promotes public health and the delivery of safe, high quality health care in Washington by regulating health care providers and facilities. We establish licensure requirements for health care facilities, perform routine inspections, investigate complaints, and take enforcement action when warranted to protect patient safety.



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COVID-19 Case Numbers as of Friday, April 22, 2022

Sunday, April 24, 2022

KING COUNTY CASE NUMBERS

Care Connect Washington Assistance provides food and other support to people who test positive for COVID-19 so they can isolate at home. People who have been exposed to the virus and are actively quarantining are also eligible. Making it easier for people to stay home helps slow the spread of the illness. 

Call the COVID-19 Information Hotline at 1-800-525-0127, then press #. Language assistance is available. The hotline hours are 6am to 10pm. Monday, and 6am to 6pm Tuesday through Sunday and observed state holidays.


COVID-19 Case Numbers as of Friday, April 22, 2022

The numbers reported in this article are still being verified as the reporting agencies strive to confirm cause of death, remove duplicates, verify residence, and catch up to a huge backlog from January's surge.

King county cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 362,861
  • Cases in past 7 days - 4,281 - 19% increase from previous 7 days
King county hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 11,464
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 37 - 16% increase from previous 7 days
King county deaths
  • Total deaths - 2,731
  • Deaths in past 14 days - 16 - 11% decrease from previous 14 days

Seattle Cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 103,538
  • Cases in past 7 days - 2,143 -  12% increase from previous 7 days
Seattle Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 2,436
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 5 -  67% decrease from previous 7 days
Seattle Deaths
  • Total deaths - 641
  • Deaths in 14 days - 2 - 33% decrease from previous 14 days

Shoreline cases
  • Total confirmed cases -  8,568
  • Cases in past 7 days - 125 - 23% increase in past 7 days
Shoreline Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 293
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 1 - increase of 1 in past 7 days
Shoreline Deaths
  • Total deaths - 129
  • Deaths in 14 days - 0 - 100% decrease in past 14 days

Lake Forest Park cases
  • Total confirmed cases - 1,549
  • Cases in past 7 days - 18 - 24% decrease over previous 7 days
Lake Forest Park Hospitalizations
  • Total hospitalizations - 33
  • Hospitalizations in past 7 days - 1 - increase of 1 in past 7 days
Lake Forest Park Deaths
  • Total deaths - 6
  • Deaths in 14 days - 0 - no change


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