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May 8, 2008	Sexual contact charge leads to suspension of Benton County chiropractor
May 8, 2008	Tobacco Quit Line expands services for pregnant women who smoke More than 8,700 babies born each year in Washington to smoking mothers
May 3, 2008	Nine measles cases now confirmed in Grant County State health department concerned that others may have been exposed across the state

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Health Data
Check out our health data page for the latest facts and figures on communicable disease, injuries, and the most current vital statistics information in Washington state.

In the News:

Download messages from Secretary of Health Mary Selecky about the flu season and flu vaccine.

"We want everyone to know getting a flu shot in November, December, January can protect you against the flu that hits us hard in February and March."
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"You know, every year in the United States 36,000 people die from flu. We have a vaccine that can protect you."
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Flu News
It's influenza season; check here for information on how to protect yourself, your family, and friends against the flu.

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Featured Topics:

Public Health Week 2008
In recognition of National Public Health Week (April 7-11), we're highlighting some of the ways public health works for you. Learn more about our programs and services including Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response, Drinking Water and Tobacco Prevention.
Pandemic Influenza
Common questions and information about pandemic influenza and avian influenza.
Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response
The information on these pages will help you understand and prepare for potential public health emergencies such as natural disasters, bioterrorism or outbreaks of infectious disease.
Provider Credential Search
License information on Health Care Professionals.
Preparación y Respuesta Emergencias de Salud Pública
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