Washington State Department of Health

@doh.wa.gov

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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/

A graphic from the Washington State Department of Health dated May 16, 2026, detailing that state health officials are investigating hantavirus incidents involving two different strains. The risk to the public is described as very low.
An illustration of a medical chart with the following text: “Routine STI testing. Type of collection: blood test, urine sample and/or vaginal swab, rectal swab, throat swab. What it tests for: HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, chlamydia, genital gonorrhea, chlamydia, rectal gonorrhea, chlamydia, oral gonorrhea.”
White cherry blossoms in the foreground with a blurred stone dome of the Washington state capitol building in the background under a clear blue sky.
A distracted man looks back at a woman while walking in a city street. The first woman in focus is smiling and facing forward, with text overlay stating "Talking to your healthcare provider about whether TB testing is right for you." The man, who appears surprised, has text that reads "You making decisions about TB testing." Another woman beside him looks disapprovingly with the text "Ignoring your risk for TB."
An illustrated hand holding a cannabis product package. The package features a label with a cannabis leaf and dosage information. Text next to the image reads, "Know What to Look For" and emphasizes checking the label due to increased potency of cannabis. The background is a blue wavy pattern with a logo for "Cannabis Safety."
A man in a suit drives a car while speaking into a handheld recorder. Text reads: “Diane, 11:30 a.m., February 24th. Entering the town of Twin Peaks.”
A black and white image from Seven Samurai that has the text, "By protecting others, you save yourself."
An illustration of a uterus with the following text: “Cervical cancer is the 4th most common cancer among women globally. The HPV vaccine can lower this statistic.”
Black background with the text, "Measles will return, if you don't get vaccinated."
Text states, "WASHINGTON INFLUENZA UPDATE" Key information includes "HIGH activity," "28 deaths," and "A type," presented in colorful boxes. The website "doh.wa.gov/flu" is at the bottom.
A document titled "Statement on Federal Changes to Childhood Vaccine Recommendations" dated January 5, 2026. The statement emphasizes the importance of vaccines in preventing serious health issues and mentions changes in federal recommendations regarding routine childhood immunizations for diseases such as hepatitis A and B, rotavirus, RSV, influenza, and meningococcal disease. The Washington State Department of Health logo is displayed at the bottom.
Camera zooms in on a shocked and surprised wrestler who has his mouth open. Text reads, "Getting vaccinated protects you, your family, and community."
A poem with decorative elements: Tis the season for rosy prose Family, friends with bells & bows First on the list to get done Give blood today, save someone
Informational graphic detailing the seriousness of Hepatitis B (Hep B), stating it can cause chronic liver disease, liver cancer, liver failure, and death.
Three people examine a large, textured tree trunk covered in moss and lichen. The child on the left is wearing a light-colored jacket, while the child on the right is dressed in a purple jacket and a hat. Text overlay highlights a blog post about learning from family health history.
A health infographic stating that 1 in 3 adults has prediabetes, with text encouraging a risk assessment.
nfographic on the impact of a federal government shutdown on SNAP (food assistance) in Washington State. It states that nearly 1 million Washingtonians are at risk of losing assistance starting November 1. It breaks down the affected population: 930,000 total, 1 in 3 are elderly or disabled, 33% are children, and 30,000 are veterans. The infographic also shows the strain on the emergency food system, noting a record high of 13 million visits to food pantries in Washington in 2024 and that 1 in 4 residents visited a food pantry in the last year.
Guidance for the respiratory virus season includes vaccines for COVID-19, influenza (flu), and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
A graphic that defines a standing order as a prescription approved by a health care provider that allows qualified health care professionals to vaccinate individuals aged 6 months and older.
Infographic showing one activity per month for a year to prepare for disasters.
A person with curly hair wearing a white t-shirt and blue apron with the text, "Heard, chef"
A video about the MMR vaccine protecting against measles.
A conversation with someone who called 988 for help.
Six-day weather forecast for the Inland Northwest. Temperatures range from the upper 70s to mid-80s on Friday to the 90s and from the 100s on Sunday through Wednesday.
A lime green graphic with blurred black text "bat rabies prevention" and the Washington State Department of Health logo.
A smiling man in a light gray suit sits outdoors among greenery and blooming pink flowers. He has short, styled light hair and is looking directly at the camera.
A chart showing heat across different areas of Washington state over the next seven days. Major heat risk in Northeast Washington on Sunday, June 8.
A graphic with tips to prevent rabies.
A video discussing measles.
An infographic with tips on how to manage anger, including thinking before speaking, exercising, taking a timeout, and seeking help.
Washington State Influenza Update for week 12 (March 16-22, 2025) showing moderate activity, 357 deaths, and type A as the most common strain.
A public health infographic titled "Washington State Influenza Update" for week 11 of 2025 (March 9 - March 15). It reports high influenza-like illness activity, 322 lab-confirmed deaths, and the most common type as "A." It includes prevention tips: wash hands often, cover your cough, and stay home when sick.
A chart of Human avian influenza cases in Washington state residents
A public health infographic titled "Washington State Influenza Update" for week 10 of 2025 (March 2 - March 8). It reports high influenza-like illness activity, 296 lab-confirmed deaths, and the most common type as "A." It includes prevention tips: wash hands often, cover your cough, and stay home when sick.
A picture of a towel with the Douglas Adams quote from the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, "It must be Thursday. I never could get the hang of Thursdays."
A flu graphic showing very high flu illness activity across Washington state.
An infographic explaining when antibiotics are and aren't necessary emphasizes that they are only effective against bacterial infections.
An infographic illustrating the different ways Shigella germs can spread, including through contaminated hands, food, water, and sexual contact.
Happy Gilmore wearing a hoodie and shorts is sitting in attendance at the Oscars. Chalamet!