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News & Advisories
Respiratory Illness Report: Week 6 (2/8/2026-2/14/2026)
In week ending Feb. 14, local indicators for influenza remained high, indicators for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) were elevated, and indicators for COVID-19 remained low.
3 hours ago


Water sampling along shorelines in Suquamish, Miller Bay, and Indianola starts this week
Kitsap Public Health District’s environmental health team will be collecting freshwater samples along shorelines in Suquamish, Miller Bay, and Indianola.
5 hours ago


Black Infant Thrive program hosts event to support Black birthing families
On Jan. 31, fourteen families gathered at a local church in Bremerton to kick off Black History Month with a powerful and heart-filled community event centered on care and connection — key themes to the Black freedom story.
Feb 12


̶T̶o̶u̶g̶h̶ Love campaign promotes social connection to prevent overdoses
Real, human connection is proven to be a powerful factor for keeping people safe and empowering them to access the support they need.
Feb 12
Respiratory Illness Report: Week 5 (2/1/2026 - 2/7/2026)
In week ending Feb. 7, local indicators for influenza remained high, while indicators for COVID-19 remained minimal. Indicators for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) remained elevated in Kitsap County and in other Puget Sound jurisdictions.
Feb 11


Health Officer Update: Measles outbreak in Washington and flu vaccine reminders
More than 700 measles cases have been reported in the United States already this year.
Feb 10


Join a focus group and share your feedback about local services
Kitsap Community Resources wants to hear from Kitsap County residents about their experiences getting help with food, housing, healthcare, and other local services.
Feb 9
Flu-associated death of a child reported in Kitsap County
Kitsap Public Health District has confirmed that a young child in Kitsap County died from an influenza-associated illness in January.
Feb 4
Respiratory Illness Report: Week 4 (1/25/2026 - 1/31/2026)
In week ending Jan. 31, local indicators for influenza remained high, while indicators for COVID-19 remained minimal. Indicators for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) remained elevated in Kitsap County and in other Puget Sound jurisdictions.
Feb 4


Kitsap Public Health Board appoints health officer; welcomes new board members
The Kitsap Public Health Board appointed Dr. Herbie Duber to serve as permanent health officer for Kitsap Public Health District.
Feb 3
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