Whether you’re hosting or travelling for the holidays, staying healthy during respiratory virus season is important. Washington State Secretary of Health Umair Shah talks about vaccines, Thanksgiving food safety tips, and other ways to stay healthy during the holidays in this video: https://lnkd.in/gnNKRYWz
Washington State Department of Health
政府管理
Tumwater，Washington 18,326 位关注者
Working to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington state.
关于我们
Washington State Department of Health (DOH) works with federal, state, tribal, and local partners to help people in Washington stay healthy and safe. Our programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live and work, provide education to help people make good health decisions and ensure our state is prepared for emergencies. DOH is a great place to work and has implemented several “Employer of Choice” initiatives, including: ? We support a healthy work/life balance by offering flexible/alternative work schedules, and mobile and telework options. ? We are committed to diversity and inclusion. DOH fosters an inclusive environment that encourages all employees to bring their authentic selves to work each day. We strive to hire, develop, and retain a competent and diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers we serve. ? We have an engaging Wellness@Health program which offers programs that support healthy behaviors and work/life balance. Our program provides wellness education, access to healthy food, physical activity classes, stress relief, and many other resources to support a healthy you. ? We are making exciting steps towards modernizing our workplace by providing motivating and inspiring workspaces that promote creative thought, innovation, and collaboration among co-workers. ? We have an Infant at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of breastfeeding newborns and infant-parent bonding. Eligible employees who are new mothers, fathers, or legal guardians can bring their infant (6 weeks to 6 months) when returning to work.
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https://www.doh.wa.gov/AboutUs/WorkatHealth
Washington State Department of Health的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 政府管理
- 规模
- 1,001-5,000 人
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- Tumwater，Washington
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- 政府机构
- 创立
- 1989
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- Public Health、Emergency Preparedness and Response、Environmental Public Health、Maternal Health、Child Health、Nutrition、Health Policy、Health Disparities、Shellfish、Radiation Protection、WIC Nutrition、Immunizations、Laboratory、Communicable Disease Control、HIV Prevention、Facility Inspection、Credentialing、Drinking Water、Food Safety、Case Management、Newborn Screening、Rural Health和Chronic Disease Prevention
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Washington State Department of Health员工
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The Department of Health has immediately suspended all three licenses of Rainier Recovery Center LLC (Rainier Recovery) pending further legal action. The facilities are located in Puyallup, Lakewood, and Gig Harbor. More information in our news release: https://lnkd.in/gcCqgBzM
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Did you know that frequent movement, like stretching or going for a walk, can boost your health and improve flexibility? ?There are all kinds of ways to add movement into your daily routine. The fun part is finding what you enjoy! ?? Visit BeWellWA.org for simple tips to keep you moving every day.
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This Antibiotic Awareness Week, we’ve been celebrating the antibiotic stewardship work of critical access hospitals in the state of Washington. The final spotlight in our Hospital Highlight series is Skyline Hospital in White Salmon, WA. ??Their team focused on stewarding urine testing for UTIs by examining their workflow and educating providers on the importance of checking urine cultures only when necessary.? https://wadoh.info/3Zc6Siz Find all of our Hospital Highlights for Antibiotic Awareness Week here: https://wadoh.info/3YTRfLp ?? #USAAW24 #HospitalHighlights UW Center for Stewardship in Medicine
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In celebration of National Rural Health Day, the Washington State Office of Rural Health is excited to announce the annual Rural Health Heroes of Washington Awards exemplifying the outstanding work of those who provide direct patient care, leadership, and teamwork within their organizations. Read about this year’s honorees! https://wadoh.info/3AG1T0p
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?? Next in our Hospital Highlights series, we’re highlighting Trios Health in Kennewick, WA! They sought to better distinguish urinary tract infections (UTI) from asymptomatic bacteriuria (ASB) and reduce unnecessary urine testing. Through new partnerships among healthcare teams, they are making a big difference in reducing #AntimicrobialResistance. https://wadoh.info/4fK8k1m ?? #USAAW24 #HospitalHighlights #DiagnosticStewardship #AntimicrobialResistance UW Center for Stewardship in Medicine
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Everyone has a role in fighting antimicrobial resistance. Working together, through a One Health approach, we must improve the global prescribing and use of antibiotic and antifungal drugs and invest in global infection prevention actions across human health, animal health, plant health and the environment.?Learn about actions you can take to fight antimicrobial resistance: https://wadoh.info/3OcSnEO #USAAW24 #AntimicrobialResistance
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?? Today, we're spotlighting North Valley Hospital District’s impactful stewardship work! North Valley in Tonasket, WA has been refining antibiotic prescribing practices through staff education and targeted policies. ?? With initiatives to track and review antibiotic use, they’re committed to reducing unnecessary prescriptions and enhancing patient safety. Their dedication is a big win for the community! ???https://wadoh.info/3ZbXKdJ ?? #USAAW24 #HospitalHighlights UW Center for Stewardship in Medicine
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C. diff Infections (CDI) can be life-threatening. CDI is an inflammation of the colon. Symptoms include diarrhea, fever, loss of appetite, nausea, or stomach tenderness or pain. Find complete information about C. diff at https://lnkd.in/gr9azY_F
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To kick off our Hospital Highlight series, we’re celebrating the impressive stewardship efforts at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee, WA! ?? They have been working to reduce the duration of antibiotic treatments. ?? By shortening treatment lengths when appropriate, they’re helping to prevent antibiotic resistance while keeping patient safety a top priority. Learn more about their impactful work in this Hospital Highlight!? https://wadoh.info/48VtAyF ?? #USAAW24 #HospitalHighlights?#AntimicrobialResistance UW Center for Stewardship in Medicine
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