News & Advisories

“I am honored to have so many people join us to uplift and learn from Black maternal voices,” said Black Infant Thrive educator Gabreiel Outlaw-Spencer. “Black mothers deserve safety, dignity, and joy. We will continue to advocate for safe and healthy outcomes for all birthing families.” 

In week ending April 18, local indicators for influenza remained elevated, while indicators for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) declined toward baseline levels, and indicators for COVID-19 remained minimal.

In week ending April 11, local indicators for influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) continued to decline toward baseline levels. Local indicators for COVID-19 were minimal.

Tests show high levels of Diarrhetic Shellfish Poison (DSP).

A website launched this week aims to strengthen Kitsap County’s healthcare workforce by promoting local career opportunities.

Tests show high levels of marine biotoxin paralytic shellfish poison (PSP) 

Since the start of the year, 33 cases of measles have been reported in the state and three people have been hospitalized for measles. 

In week ending April 4, local indicators for influenza continued to remain elevated, with influenza B predominating over influenza A in local clinical laboratory detections. Local indicators also showed respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and COVID-19 circulating at low-to-moderate levels.

A cyanobacteria warning has been issued for Kitsap Lake.

Each day at Kitsap Public Health District, more than 100 professionals come to work with a single vision: A Kitsap County that is safe and healthy for all.