Washington State Department of Health
@doh.wa.gov
Welcome to the official Bluesky account for the Washington State Department of Health! We work with others to protect and improve the health of all people in our state. Visit us at https://doh.wa.gov/
Heat-related deaths are preventable. The best way to prevent heat-related illnesses and death is to follow hot weather safety precautions. More at doh.wa.gov/emergencies/...
August 22, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Heat-related deaths are preventable. The best way to prevent heat-related illnesses and death is to follow hot weather safety precautions. More at doh.wa.gov/emergencies/...
The MMR vaccine is highly effective in preventing #measles. With high rates of MMR vaccinations in a community, we can prevent outbreaks. Protect those who are unable to be vaccinated, such as those with weakened immune systems or infants too young to be vaccinated. doh.wa.gov/measles
July 23, 2025 at 5:53 PM
The MMR vaccine is highly effective in preventing #measles. With high rates of MMR vaccinations in a community, we can prevent outbreaks. Protect those who are unable to be vaccinated, such as those with weakened immune systems or infants too young to be vaccinated. doh.wa.gov/measles
No topic is off limits with 988. Opening up about #MentalHealth shouldn’t be scary. When you need support, we’re here.
See the full convo on our site. wa988.org/youmatter
See the full convo on our site. wa988.org/youmatter
July 16, 2025 at 8:43 PM
No topic is off limits with 988. Opening up about #MentalHealth shouldn’t be scary. When you need support, we’re here.
See the full convo on our site. wa988.org/youmatter
See the full convo on our site. wa988.org/youmatter
Our new Secretary of Health starts TODAY!
July 7, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Our new Secretary of Health starts TODAY!
The air we breathe has a big impact on our health and quality of life, especially during #wildfire season. With smoky skies becoming more common, it pays to be #SmokeReady.
This week, we’re breaking down 5 steps you can take to protect you and your loved ones when wildfire smoke is in the air.
This week, we’re breaking down 5 steps you can take to protect you and your loved ones when wildfire smoke is in the air.
June 10, 2025 at 2:45 AM
The air we breathe has a big impact on our health and quality of life, especially during #wildfire season. With smoky skies becoming more common, it pays to be #SmokeReady.
This week, we’re breaking down 5 steps you can take to protect you and your loved ones when wildfire smoke is in the air.
This week, we’re breaking down 5 steps you can take to protect you and your loved ones when wildfire smoke is in the air.
#PFAS, or "Forever Chemicals" is an evolving topic, but Claire is determined to keep you in the loop on what we DO know. doh.wa.gov/pfas
June 5, 2025 at 5:35 PM
#PFAS, or "Forever Chemicals" is an evolving topic, but Claire is determined to keep you in the loop on what we DO know. doh.wa.gov/pfas
Measles is a highly contagious disease caused by the measles virus. Symptoms include high fever, cough, watery eyes, and a full-body rash. Infected people spread measles by coughing or sneezing. #Measles virus may remain in the air for 2 hours after an infected person has left. doh.wa.gov/measles
April 24, 2025 at 3:30 AM
Measles is a highly contagious disease caused by the measles virus. Symptoms include high fever, cough, watery eyes, and a full-body rash. Infected people spread measles by coughing or sneezing. #Measles virus may remain in the air for 2 hours after an infected person has left. doh.wa.gov/measles