News & Advisories

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.

With the first day of school around the corner, now is a great time to make sure your family is caught up on recommended vaccines. 

Now is the time to prepare your home and workplace for smoky days ahead. 

Kitsap Community Health Priorities | Summer 2025 Newsletter

The Kitsap Public Health Board will meet on Tuesday, July 1, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at the Norm Dicks Government Center in Bremerton.

Getting too hot can make you sick. Heat-related illnesses, like heat exhaustion or heat stroke, can happen to anyone.

It's that time of year when we experience hotter weather and more daytime low tides. Higher temperatures increase the risk of getting sick from shellfish.

Kitsap Public Health District is offering free, routine immunizations for children 18 and younger in downtown Bremerton. Book your appointment online!

The Kitsap Public Health Board will meet on Tuesday, June 3, from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. at the Norm Dicks Government Center in Bremerton.