Division of Environmental Health - Washington State Dept. of Health

Emergency Resource Guide (2008)
This guide contains information on preparing for emergencies--from tips on preventing the spread of germs to a checklist of emergency supplies. Order print copies, download the entire booklet, print individual fact sheets on topics of interest or view them online.

Highlights

Swine Influenza A (H1N1) in Washington

Washington State is distributing about $38.5 million in economic recovery funds to eligible drinking water construction projects.

Final Economic Recovery Funding List

Learn how to keep your child safe. Information on recalled toys, lead poisoning, etc.
Children's Health & Safety Web Site

News Releases-Environmental Health

June 11, 2009
Swine flu (H1N1): emergency rule requires hospitalization reporting in state
World Health Organization raises pandemic alert level little effect in Washington

June 10, 2009
West Nile virus: new online reporting tool to help track dead birds
Another season of monitoring begins across the state

June 3, 2009
West Nile virus detected in Yakima County Avoiding mosquito bites is key to preventing West Nile infection

May 21, 2009
Kids, warm days, and vehicles — a deadly combination
Deaths from overheating are preventable with a few simple steps

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Recalls & Product Safety News

Recalls.gov

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Health Education Resource Exchange

WA State Board of Health

Resources for WA EH Directors

Local Health Dept./ Districts Links

WA Public Health Training