News & Advisories

Kitsap Public Health District is seeking public comments on proposed updates to its Environmental Health fee schedule for 2026.

Viruses that cause respiratory illnesses (illnesses that affect our lungs and breathing) tend to spread more widely during fall and winter months. 

The Kitsap Public Health Board adopted proposed changes to rodent control regulations at its Oct. 7 meeting, following a public comment period and public hearing.

The position is open to public health and healthcare professionals.

Please complete our short survey to help us know how visible the new signs are and whether they influence your decision about where to get food.

200,000 students still severely injure themselves on the playground every year.  We know a safe playground is key for our kids to learn and grow, which is why we inspect school playgrounds to help every child be safe and healthy.

Kitsap Public Health District will be closed on Wednesday, Oct. 1 for an all-day staff training. Our front counter will reopen at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 2.

The Washington State Department of Health released new recommendations this week for COVID-19, flu, and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) immunization.

A new report from Kitsap Public Health District's Black Infant Thrive program highlights the experiences of Black families during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum in Kitsap County.  

Well-maintained septic systems can help save homeowners money, protect their health, and prevent water pollution.

About 50 moms and their children stopped by the lounge over the four days of the fair.

The 2025 Immunize Washington awards were announced in August.

Kitsap Public Health District's Black Infant Thrive program hosted its second annual art gallery on Aug. 26 to celebrate Black Breastfeeding Month.

The Kitsap Public Health District is revising rodent control regulations for Kitsap County.

If you follow the news, you know there has been a lot of discussion around changing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations.  Here are a few key points to be aware of.

SUD is treatable and recovery is possible for everyone.

Kitsap County Lactation Coalition is hosting a quiet place for parents to relax, feed their babies, and change diapers.

The U.S. Navy will host a public meeting for the current results of the Naval Base Kitsap — Bangor private drinking water sampling effort for PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances).

The Kitsap Public Health Board has appointed Dr. Herbie Duber to serve as interim health officer for Kitsap Public Health District as the agency seeks a replacement for outgoing health officer Dr. Gib Morrow. 

The Kitsap Public Health Board will meet for a special session on Tuesday, Aug, 5, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. virtually via Zoom.