Kitsap Public Health

Preventing disease and protecting and promoting the health of all people in Kitsap County.

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The Hood Canal shellfish closure has been expanded to Foulweather Bluff. Tests show high levels of paralytic shellfish poison (PSP). Learn more on our blog: https://t.co/IjYk0xC2Ne

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Shellfish harvesting is closed from the Hood Canal Bridge south to the Kitsap County Line. Tests show high levels of paralytic shellfish poison (PSP). Learn more on our blog: https://t.co/t13L2GZMHC

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Shellfish harvesting is closed on the Hood Canal shoreline from Tekiu Point south to the Kitsap County line. Tests show high levels of paralytic shellfish poison (PSP). Learn more on our blog: https://t.co/C31FLOksGC

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Kitsap Public Health District has issued an advisory at Island Lake County Park swimming beach due to high levels of E. coli bacteria in the water. Learn more on our blog: https://t.co/aKbaVJedCa

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Wildfire smoke in Kitsap County is happening more often and can cause serious health problems. This #SmokeReadyWeek, learn how to protect yourself during the summer wildfire smoke season at https://t.co/IVsxTGHzho

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Today is Heat Action Day - a global day for raising awareness of heat risks and sharing simple ways to #BeatTheHeat. If you're out in the sun and start to feel sick, take a break! Move to a cooler place, drink water, and take a cool shower. Learn more at https://t.co/Hqe0CHZEsp

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The Kitsap Public Health Board will meet on Tuesday, June 2 at the Norm Dicks Government Center in Bremerton. Read our blog to learn more: https://t.co/8hKwS0bQMc

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The liver is your body’s largest internal organ and plays an important part in keeping you healthy. Love your liver by getting tested for hepatitis today! Learn more on our blog: https://t.co/AGMfHVB25n #HepatitisAwarenessMonth

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On May 15, Health Officer Dr. Herbie Duber joined Kitsap Regional Library's "Coffee and Conversation" event. The group talked about a wide range of topics like raising kids, favorite hobbies, hometowns, and (of course) healthcare. Thank you to all who stopped by!

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Healthy movement is important for good health. No matter how you choose to move, daily activity supports strength, balance, and independence. This #OlderAmericansMonth and beyond, champion your health by staying active. Learn more at https://t.co/dkIio9HrQ1

#ChampionYourHealth

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We had so much fun at Kitsap Public Utility District's Water Festival! Hundreds of third and fourth graders joined our detective Sherlock Beachcombs to find the source of contamination in our pollution prevention game (spoiler alert: it was poop). Thank you, young detectives!

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In honor of Memorial Day, we will be closed on Monday, May 25. You can access services and report public health concerns online at https://t.co/S5UGrmlwUq.

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Most people don't have symptoms of hepatitis C - an infection that can cause liver cancer. Getting tested for hepatitis C testing and starting treatment early can save your life. Learn more on our blog: https://t.co/AGMfHVB25n #HepatitisAwarenessMonth

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Last Thursday, our Health Officer Dr. Herbie Duber had the privilege of discussing current public health challenges with Bainbridge Island's Oatmeal Club. More than 60 members attended and engaged in lively discussion. Thank you for having us!

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#HeatSafetyWeek is a great time to remind you to take care of yourself in the hot summer months. Learn how to stay safe in the heat at https://t.co/Hqe0CHZEsp

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We're bringing overdose prevention to Bainbridge Performing Arts! Get your tickets to see the musical "American Idiot" and check out our table for naloxone kits, wallet cards, and other resources! Learn more about our prevention campaign at https://t.co/v4PgW07uXR

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Help keep your loved ones safe at the beach this summer by signing up for our beach advisory text or email alerts. Learn how on our blog: https://t.co/JU1tqEx2dZ

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Millions of Americans are living with viral hepatitis - and don't know it. Hepatitis can cause major health issues and can be easily spread. Check your status by asking your healthcare provider about hepatitis testing. Learn more: https://t.co/AGMfHVB25n #HepatitisAwarenessMonth

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Health Officer Dr. Herbie Duber will be at the Kitsap Regional Library MLK branch in downtown Bremerton on Friday, May 15. Stop by to ask questions, chat about public health, or just say hi! Learn more: https://t.co/hD7n37ru2f

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Water sampling along shorelines in North and South Kitsap starts next week! Our environmental health team will be collecting freshwater samples along shorelines in Manchester, Southworth, Suquamish, Miller Bay, and Indianola. Learn more: https://t.co/FMIQZ3DeXo