News & Advisories

Vibrio bacteria, which grow more quickly in warm weather, are a common cause of shellfish-related illnesses during the late spring, summer, and early fall.

Hundreds of thousands of people in the United States — including many here in Kitsap County — have hepatitis and do not know they are infected.

In week ending April 25, local indicators for influenza continued to decline toward baseline levels, while indicators for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and COVID-19 were minimal.

Kitsap Public Health District recently identified a cluster of cases in two North Kitsap schools and has worked with the school district to notify families and staff of potential exposures.

The Kitsap Public Health District has lifted a cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) warning for Kitsap Lake.

Mama Moves Kitsap starts their summer walks on Friday, May 8 at Evergreen Park. If you recently had a baby or are a caregiver to a little one, come join us!

“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).