Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department @TPCHD
We protect and improve the health of all people and places in Pierce County. tpchd.org Pierce County, Washington Joined December 2011-
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At first, symptoms for invasive serogroup Y meningococcal disease feel like the flu. But, when untreated, symptoms can quickly worsen. Learn more about the disease with our latest blog ➡️tpchd.org/blog/no-increa…
Children and teens learn behaviors from watching parents and other adults. You can shape your child’s attitude toward drinking➡️tpchd.org/blog/do-you-or… #AlcoholAwarenessMonth
Federal agencies, communities to map heat inequities in 14 U.S. cities. Details: noaa.gov/news-release/f… @NOAAResearch
Dr. Jay Miller will be our Health Officer. He has extensive experience in public health and is currently a Regional Medical Officer for Washington State Department of Health ➡️ tpchd.org/news/dr-jay-mi…
🔦 Prepare yourself, your family, and your home for emergencies. 📝 Make an emergency plan. 🥫 Have 2 weeks of supplies ready. ⚠️ Sign up for emergency alerts. ⚡ Know the hazards where you live. Learn more ➡️ tpchd.org/emergency
❤️ Have sex? 🧪Get tested for syphilis. 📈 Syphilis is sharply increasing in Pierce County—from 58 cases in 2016 to 711 in 2022. 👶🏽 And more babies are being born with syphilis—from 2 in 2020 to 14 in 2022. Learn more ➡️ tpchd.org/std
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4K Followers 308 Following Fur mama. Marathoner. Storyteller. Lover of animals, ice cream, running & the outdoors 🐶🍦🏃🏼♀️🌅It's #PublicHealthWeek! This year's theme, "Protecting, Connecting and Thriving: We Are All Public Health," highlights the vital role public health plays in our communities and our daily lives. Follow our local health care authority @TPCHD! youtube.com/live/tFb0hEtXJ…
#NationalPublicHealthWeek is April 1-7. Thank you to all that work in this field and for Pierce County we are served by the dedicated staff of the @TPCHD who value data, lived experiences and collaboration to improve the health of all residents.
Last week, members of the SYAC invited school administrators, city officials, leaders of local organizations and families to the premiere of their four-part video series on Fentanyl Awareness. fox13seattle.com/video/1429159 @fox13seattle @TPCHD @CityofLakewood
Today we gather to listen to lived experiences, question our own understanding & learn how we can work towards ending the opioid crisis in our community. It is a national conversation but I am thankful to the @TPCHD and the Opioid Task Force for centering our efforts locally.
Join us, @TPCHD, and Elevate Health on Thursday, March 21, from 8:30 AM-1:00 PM for the #Tacoma-@PierceCo Opioid Task Force’s annual summit. Register today: eventbrite.com/e/2024-tacoma-….
Opioid overdose is the most common cause of accidental death in Pierce County. ❤️❤️❤️ You can help us save lives!
The #TacCouncil just passed a resolution confirming Chantell Harmon Reed as the new Director of Public Health of the @TPCHD. Congratulations, Chantell!
Chantell Harmon Reed, a doctoral candidate in public health at Tulane University, will be our director of public health. Pending her confirmation from the City of Tacoma and Pierce County councils on Feb. 27, she will begin her new role on March 18. tpchd.org/news/chantell-…
Let's continue to raise awareness about heart disease, a major concern for 30% of our residents. Find more information on how to keep your heart healthy, visit tpchd.org/blog/know-your… #HealthyTacoma
♥ Last night, #Tacoma Mayor Woodards and the #TacCouncil recognized representatives from the @TPCHD, @American_Heart, and @VMFHealth for their efforts to promote #AmericanHeartMonth in Tacoma. ♥ {Thread}
Charnay DuCrest with @TPCHD provided training on the use of Naloxone, commonly known as Narcan, at the Health and Human Services Committee on Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2023, to empower people to save lives! youtu.be/2DvddMmegSI?si… #opioidawareness #opioidusedisorder #healing
Tomorrow, @TPCHD will be at our second Back-to-School Resource Fair at Liberty Ridge Elementary (noon - 2 pm Aug. 22) providing free immunizations for kids aged 6 months to 18 years old who need them. Register here: bit.ly/47iGeXk. Walk-ins are accepted as time allows.
The @TPCHD shared the results of their project focused on identifying wells impacted by arsenic contamination and saltwater intrusion in well water in a high-risk rural community. They found that after a well was tested, 11% of people reported they would use less water.
The work our @TPCHD colleagues presented at @nehaorg today is IMPRESSIVE & IMPORTANT.
The @TPCHD shared the results of their project focused on identifying wells impacted by arsenic contamination and saltwater intrusion in well water in a high-risk rural community. They found that after a well was tested, 11% of people reported they would use less water.
We are thrilled to present our keynote speakers from the @WSALPHO, @CityofTacoma, @WAHouseDems, @TPCHD, @ChangeLabWorks, and the @networkforphl. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from the best minds in the industry. Register today at nalboh.org/page/2023Annua…
Today we acknowledged the 14+ years of service of @AChenTPCHD as our leader of the @TPCHD and his dedication to #publichealth in Pierce county and beyond. His dedication to lifting up voices, using data and science for decision making and tackling the hard things has saved lives.
I joined my former colleagues (via Zoom) to thank @AChenTPCHD for his 14 years of service as @TPCHD Health Director. I had the chance to work with and learn from him for 8 of them. I’m grateful for his leadership and patience, especially through the last few years.
We expect wildfire smoke early this summer, lasting into the fall. Smoke and heat cause more health problems and hospital visits as PNW summers get hotter each year. If AQI is 151+, stay safe indoors (kids and pets too), avoid exercise, and help at-risk neighbors. #SmokeReady
Join Tacoma Public Library in celebrating Pride Month with activities, workshops, and literature all June! For a full list of events visit: buff.ly/3Ct2q2V
This is such a terrible tragedy and it unfortunately supports some very damning data. Black women are 3x more likely to die in childbirth than their white peers, and while economic disparities are an issue, it is public health crisis largely created by the fact Black women are…
The U.S. Olympic track star Tori Bowie died during childbirth in May, according to an autopsy report shared with The New York Times. The autopsy lists respiratory distress and eclampsia as possible complications. nyti.ms/3Prrijp
🚩🔥What’s the difference between a Fire Weather Watch and a Red Flag Warning? Both warn us about critical weather conditions, like high winds, low humidity or dry lightning that could lead to wildfire activity.
This week is National #SmokeReady Week. Wildfire smoke affects everyone. 🔥 Check out these tips from @TPCHD on making your own box fan filter & get info on protecting your health from the smoke at tpchd.org/wildfiresmoke. #airquality
Smoke Ready Week is June 12-16. Learn how to keep your family safe. 🔥 Wildfire smoke effects everyone, but can be especially bad if you’re: 🧒 Under 18. 👴 Over 65. 🤰 Pregnant. ♥ Living with heart or lung disease.