Public Health
Director: Jennifer Johnson
 
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Behavioral Health
Mental Health and
Substance Use Disorder Services |
Child & Family Health
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Communicable Diseases & Epidemiology
Rabies |
Community Health Assessment and Plan |
Developmental Disabilities |
Drinking Water Safety |
Environmental Health
Secure Medicine Return,
Bat Exposure,
Septics, Shellfish safety
Drinking Water Safety
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Food Safety
Food handlers’ cards and training, Food Service Permits, Food borne illnesses, Consumer safety |
Housing and Homelessness |
Human Services
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Public Health Emergency
Preparedness and Response |
Senior Services
Meals on Wheels, Senior Centers, Senior Nutrition Program |
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Vital Statistics
Birth certificates, Death certificates, and Notarized paternity acknowledgements |
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News
Septic inspection and riser installation rebates are available if you've had work done (or plan to) since August 1, 2017!
As you know, regular inspections are important to assure that your septic system is working properly to keep untreated sewage from polluting water ways and ground water. You wouldn't let your car go without routine maintenance, would you? Your septic system is an important and expensive piece of equipment. Finding problems early can save you money in the long run and keep your neighborhood waters cleaner for you, your family, and your neighbors. Download the form here.
Check for shellfish safety and cook your shellfish
Samish Bay has a posted advisory for raw shellfish consumption due to Vibrio parahaemolyticus7
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Secure Medicine Return Ordinance
Board of Health adopted the Secure Medicine Return ordinance which will create and fund a comprehensive medicine return program for Skagit County. [more]
Blue green algae blooms
As Skagit County lakes heat up with the season they may be more likely to have blue green algae blooms. Blue green algae can produce toxins that can make people and animals sick. People and pets should stay away from water that has intense color and scum, like spilled paint. Recreate where lake water appears clear and clean. More information on blue green algae can be found at www.nwtoxicalgae.org .
Opioid Workgroup
A public health crisis has hit our nation and our local community. Opioid-related deaths have now surpassed motor vehicle crashes as the leading cause of accidental death. Learn more.
What else is new at Skagit County Public Health:
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