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COVID Shots Gets Final Approval For Children Under 5 In Washington

Two COVID vaccines have cleared the final hurdle and are now available for children under 5 in Washington.

As Bird Flu Cases Mount, DOH Warns Against Touching Wild Birds

The Department of Health is tracking a growing outbreak of avian influenza, and asking residents to report any sick or dead wild birds.

FDA Advisory Limits Use Of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine

In addition, the Washington State Department of Health has cancelled its standing order for J&J shots.

WA Sees Rise In COVID Cases, But Deaths & Hospitalization Hold Steady

"We are in this transition point from counting every single case to paying more attention to variants, the hospitalizations, the deaths."

Walgreens To Limit Baby Formula Purchases Amid Shortage

The company is limiting sales to three units of infant and toddler formula per visit.

Moderna Shots May Soon Be Available For Washingtonians Under 6

COVID-19 vaccine-maker Moderna said Wednesday that its trials show the shots are effective in babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Omicron Subvariant Not Driving An Increase In COVID Cases For WA

"Hospitalization rates are way down from our peak and this is all very positive," said State Epidemiologist Dr. Scott Lindquist.

Infant Formula Recall Expanded: 2 Deaths, More Illnesses Reported

In Washington, 18,000+ families supported by the Women, Infants, and Children program may be involved in the recall, the DOH said.

Pierce Health Reports 'Dramatic Increase' In Local Syphilis Cases

The Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department issued a public health advisory after seeing a tenfold increase in congenital syphilis cases.

Lakewood Girl Dies Of COVID-19, Pierce County's First Child Death

The 10-year-old girl reportedly had multiple underlying health conditions. She is the first COVID-19 death under 18 in the county.

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Falling From 'Incredible Peak': WSHA

"We hope there'll only be a few more weeks of this wave," said Washington State Hospital Association CEO Cassie Sauer.

Free COVID-19 Tests: Washington Reopens Online Ordering Portal

Want a rapid antigen test mailed to your door? Right now you can get up to five, but you'll need to act quickly.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Lakewood-JBLM Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Pierce County.

Hospital Capacity In Lakewood-JBLM Area: Latest

Here's how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Pierce County and across WA.

Get Free At-Home Coronavirus Tests In Pierce County

Order your tests now so you have them when you need them.

DuPont COVID-19 Testing Site To Replace Spanaway Park Location

Pierce County is shuttering the Spanaway Park testing site this weekend. Here are some other ways to find testing.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Lakewood-JBLM Area

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Pierce County and across WA.

Omicron Cases May Be Nearing Peak In Western Washington

Eastern Washington, however, continues to see case counts climbing. Here's the latest data.

Omicron Spurs 43% Increase In COVID-19 Vaccine Breakthroughs

However, vaccine breakthroughs still only represent a fraction - about 2.5% - of Washington's vaccinated population.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Lakewood-JBLM Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Pierce County and across WA.

Lakewood COVID-19 Testing Site To Close Permanently Thursday

According to the county, the testing site is not suited to safely handle the recent spike in demand, and will be shut down.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Lakewood-JBLM Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Pierce County.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Lakewood-JBLM Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Pierce County.

Washington Hospitals 'More Than Maxed Out' As Holidays Approach

Medical leaders are urging everyone to take care this Christmas, as an omicron-powered COVID-19 surge could overwhelm local hospitals.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Lakewood-JBLM Area

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Pierce County.

WA Notify Expands To Include At-Home COVID-19 Testing

WA Notify users who test positive for COVID using an at-home test will now be able to anonymously notify others of potential exposure.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Lakewood-JBLM Area

Here is updated data on hospital capacity in Pierce County.

COVID-19 Guidelines Tightened Following Wrestling Event Outbreaks

Students participating in high contact indoor sports will need to follow stricter safety guidelines after a series of recent outbreaks.

Coronavirus Cases Down Recently In Pierce County: CDC

Pierce County has "high" coronavirus transmission, according to the CDC.

More Kids And Teens Struggling With Emotional Distress: WA DOH

The Washington State Department of Health is warning about a recent rise in children 5-17 expressing suicidal ideation or similar concerns.

Pierce County Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial': CDC

The rate of new cases has decreased recently in Pierce County.

Washington Not Planning On Stricter Vaccine Mandates: Inslee

However, the governor did leave the door open for the state to implement "more aggressive" actions if the situation worsens.

DOH Stresses Importance Of COVID Testing As Holidays Approach

Last year the holidays caused a spike in new COVID-19 infections, one which the Washington Department of Health doesn't want to repeat.

5 Takeaways From The Pierce County General Election

Now that most of Pierce County's ballots have been tallied up, here are a few things worth knowing about the November election.

Pierce County Ranks Well In New 'Maternal Vulnerability' Index

The U.S. ranks poorly among developed countries for maternal health. Here is how Pierce County compares to the U.S.

WA Hospital Occupancy Likely To Remain High Through Fall: DOH

Case counts are down, but hospital beds likely to remain full for months to come, says the Department of Health.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.