August 7, 2020 NAACP Health Committee Update
July 31, 2020 NAACP Health Committee Update
July 24, 2020 NAACP Health Committee Update
July 17, 2020 NAACP Health Committee Update
June 10, 2020 NAACP Health Committee Update
June 7, 2020 NAACP Health Committee Update
King County cases among younger adults drives increase in COVID-19 numbers
June 30, 2020
See the latest information on our global pandemic here in King County. Two weeks of sharp increases in COVID-19 cases in King County points to a concerning sign that the community is moving in the wrong direction to contain the virus, according to a post Tuesday by Public Health – Seattle & King County. The daily average number of cases has more than doubled in the past two weeks, from an average of 40 daily cases in mid-June to 87 daily cases the week of June 21.
www.vashonbeachcomber.com/news/king-county-cases-among-younger-adults-drives-increase-in-covid-19-numbers/
See the latest information on our global pandemic here in King County. Two weeks of sharp increases in COVID-19 cases in King County points to a concerning sign that the community is moving in the wrong direction to contain the virus, according to a post Tuesday by Public Health – Seattle & King County. The daily average number of cases has more than doubled in the past two weeks, from an average of 40 daily cases in mid-June to 87 daily cases the week of June 21.
www.vashonbeachcomber.com/news/king-county-cases-among-younger-adults-drives-increase-in-covid-19-numbers/
Washington becomes the latest state to mandate wearing masks in public
June 23, 2020
Washington state Gov. Jay Inslee announced Tuesday that a new statewide mandate requiring residents to wear face masks will go into effect later this week in response to a new surge of coronavirus cases.
The rule, which will go into place Friday, will require masks in any indoor public space, as well as outdoors if social distancing can't be maintained. Any facial covering that fits over the nose and mouth will be permitted.
www.cnn.com/2020/06/23/politics/washington-state-coronavirus-masks/index.html
Washington state Gov. Jay Inslee announced Tuesday that a new statewide mandate requiring residents to wear face masks will go into effect later this week in response to a new surge of coronavirus cases.
The rule, which will go into place Friday, will require masks in any indoor public space, as well as outdoors if social distancing can't be maintained. Any facial covering that fits over the nose and mouth will be permitted.
www.cnn.com/2020/06/23/politics/washington-state-coronavirus-masks/index.html
Free Covid-19 testing this weekend June 13-14 in Renton/Federal Way
This Saturday and Sunday, June 13th and 14th, free drive-through COVID-19 testing and essential supplies (e.g. diapers, toiletries) will be available in Renton and Federal Way. King County is partnering with local community organizations and Ms. Tina Knowles Lawson’s #IDIDMYPART campaign and Beyoncé’s BeyGood for this launch event. Click below for further details!
Day 1: June 13th, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm at 955 Powell Ave SW Renton, WA 98057.
Day 2: June 14th, 11: 00 am - 5:00 pm at 31405 18th Ave S Federal Way, WA 98003.
publichealthinsider.com/2020/06/10/expanded-free-covid-19-testing-in-south-king-county/
Day 1: June 13th, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm at 955 Powell Ave SW Renton, WA 98057.
Day 2: June 14th, 11: 00 am - 5:00 pm at 31405 18th Ave S Federal Way, WA 98003.
publichealthinsider.com/2020/06/10/expanded-free-covid-19-testing-in-south-king-county/
Free Coronavirus testing sites now open
June 5, 2020
Mayor Jenny Durkan has ordered free Covid-19 testing at two Seattle locations. SODO opens today, Aurora opens Monday. Drive-through testing is available, but you must book ahead of time. Click below to see hours and to make your appointment:
www.seattle.gov/mayor/covid-19/covid-19-testing
Mayor Jenny Durkan has ordered free Covid-19 testing at two Seattle locations. SODO opens today, Aurora opens Monday. Drive-through testing is available, but you must book ahead of time. Click below to see hours and to make your appointment:
www.seattle.gov/mayor/covid-19/covid-19-testing
Covid-19 Testing more available
June 4, 2020
Testing availability of Covid-19 has increased in King County. Anyone experiencing symptoms should be tested right away. Click below for details!
www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/covid-19.aspx
Testing availability of Covid-19 has increased in King County. Anyone experiencing symptoms should be tested right away. Click below for details!
www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/covid-19.aspx
Beware of fake/unapproved Covid-19 Medicine!
May 28, 2020
Q-13 reported the customs seizure from China, Customs said the use of unauthorized medications can give consumers a false sense of security and can be dangerous or fatal. Always contact your doctor for proper care.
q13fox.com/2020/05/28/customs-officials-in-seattle-seize-unapproved-covid-medicine/
Q-13 reported the customs seizure from China, Customs said the use of unauthorized medications can give consumers a false sense of security and can be dangerous or fatal. Always contact your doctor for proper care.
q13fox.com/2020/05/28/customs-officials-in-seattle-seize-unapproved-covid-medicine/
New Support During Covid-19
May 15, 2020
If you have suffered hardship due to the coronavirus and you need supplies, help with transportation, help paying utilities, or have other needs due to the recent pandemic, please fill out this form. They want to connect you with one of their Help Squad volunteers who have committed to assisting members of their community and across the country.
https://go.theactionpac.com/signup/help-c19-help-squad-new
If you have suffered hardship due to the coronavirus and you need supplies, help with transportation, help paying utilities, or have other needs due to the recent pandemic, please fill out this form. They want to connect you with one of their Help Squad volunteers who have committed to assisting members of their community and across the country.
https://go.theactionpac.com/signup/help-c19-help-squad-new
NAACP Health Chair update
April 26, 2020
An update from our NAACP Health Chair, Phyllis D. Gearring-Anderson, on this current global pandemic:
Governor Inslee is reviewing the shelter in place (Stay Home/Stay Healthy) restrictions, but does not expect to make any changes before May 4, 2020.
New cases of the coronavirus (Covid -19) seem to be slowing, however with increased testing availability, it is expected to see increased cases. In King County, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islanders, Hispanic or Latinos, and African Americans are disproportionately impacted in this order.
Current Positive Cases:
Positive Cases Deaths
US 852, 47,750
WA 12,494 692
King 5449 379
County
Ethnicity and Race/100,000 (4/10/2020)
White 93.7
Black 109.3
Hispanic or Latino 159.2
Asian 68.8
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 185.5
Native Indian or Alaskan 103.5
We all should continue to:
- Shelter in place
- Frequently hand wash
- Don't touch your face (eyes, nose, mouth)
- Social distance and limit gatherings to no more than 10
- Avoid sick people and don't leave your home if you are sick!
An update from our NAACP Health Chair, Phyllis D. Gearring-Anderson, on this current global pandemic:
Governor Inslee is reviewing the shelter in place (Stay Home/Stay Healthy) restrictions, but does not expect to make any changes before May 4, 2020.
New cases of the coronavirus (Covid -19) seem to be slowing, however with increased testing availability, it is expected to see increased cases. In King County, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islanders, Hispanic or Latinos, and African Americans are disproportionately impacted in this order.
Current Positive Cases:
Positive Cases Deaths
US 852, 47,750
WA 12,494 692
King 5449 379
County
Ethnicity and Race/100,000 (4/10/2020)
White 93.7
Black 109.3
Hispanic or Latino 159.2
Asian 68.8
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 185.5
Native Indian or Alaskan 103.5
We all should continue to:
- Shelter in place
- Frequently hand wash
- Don't touch your face (eyes, nose, mouth)
- Social distance and limit gatherings to no more than 10
- Avoid sick people and don't leave your home if you are sick!
Current resources during Covid-19 outbreak
April 5, 2020
Who qualifies for help from the government if you're a business owner? How can you get rebates and loans during this time? Check out the latest information on what is available in these attachments:
Who qualifies for help from the government if you're a business owner? How can you get rebates and loans during this time? Check out the latest information on what is available in these attachments:
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Community Alert: City of Seattle making sure the homeless remain healthy during Corona Crisis
March 25, 2020
Facing an unprecedented public health crisis, King County and the City of Seattle are working with partners across the region to create additional shelter space and a range of temporary housing options for people who are unable to isolate and recover in their own homes, or do not have a home. These actions will help slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) throughout the region and preserve critical hospital beds for the most acutely ill.
Since over-crowding is counter-productive, the City is taking extra precautions for safe social distancing at our current and emergency homeless shelters, including the temporary shelter at Garfield, to help keep our homeless citizens healthy:
https://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/constantine/news/release/2020/March/25-kingcounty-seattle-covid-19-shelter.aspx
Facing an unprecedented public health crisis, King County and the City of Seattle are working with partners across the region to create additional shelter space and a range of temporary housing options for people who are unable to isolate and recover in their own homes, or do not have a home. These actions will help slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) throughout the region and preserve critical hospital beds for the most acutely ill.
Since over-crowding is counter-productive, the City is taking extra precautions for safe social distancing at our current and emergency homeless shelters, including the temporary shelter at Garfield, to help keep our homeless citizens healthy:
https://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/constantine/news/release/2020/March/25-kingcounty-seattle-covid-19-shelter.aspx
Deadline March 25! Seattle Small Businesses Can Apply for Assistance Grants
March 21, 2020
Are you a small business owner, feeling the effects of the closures of all restaurants, bars, and venues? To mitigate barriers to capital for Seattle's most vulnerable businesses, the City of Seattle will commit approximately $1.5 million in one-time Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to the Small Business Stabilization Fund, an emergency fund that provides working capital grants in amounts up to $10,000 to qualifying small businesses.
Please click on the link below for more information! http://www.seattle.gov/…/small-business…/stabilization-fund-
Are you a small business owner, feeling the effects of the closures of all restaurants, bars, and venues? To mitigate barriers to capital for Seattle's most vulnerable businesses, the City of Seattle will commit approximately $1.5 million in one-time Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to the Small Business Stabilization Fund, an emergency fund that provides working capital grants in amounts up to $10,000 to qualifying small businesses.
Please click on the link below for more information! http://www.seattle.gov/…/small-business…/stabilization-fund-
How can I help/donate during this time?
March 19, 2020
Washington state health care workers are running out of safety equipment to protect themselves on the front lines of the COVID-19 outbreak. Nurses, health professionals, service and maintenance workers, and firefighters are on the front lines of the COVID-19 crisis, but they are running out of critical Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) like masks, gowns, eye protection and gloves. If health care workers and first responders contract COVID-19 because they are unable to protect themselves while treating patients, the result will be catastrophic for our entire state. This is a crisis, and it will require extraordinary steps and sacrifice from all of us to save as many lives as possible.
Do you work at or own a construction company, medical or dental office, or other organization with an inventory of potentially life-saving personal protective equipment? Donate your unopened boxes of masks (N95 preferred), gowns, eye protection, and gloves to keep front-line health care workers healthy so they can save lives! All donated supplies must be in unopened boxes. All supplies will be allocated to Washington state hospitals and first responders treating COVID-19 patients. More information here on how you can donate: https://www.suppliessaveliveswa.org/
Washington state health care workers are running out of safety equipment to protect themselves on the front lines of the COVID-19 outbreak. Nurses, health professionals, service and maintenance workers, and firefighters are on the front lines of the COVID-19 crisis, but they are running out of critical Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) like masks, gowns, eye protection and gloves. If health care workers and first responders contract COVID-19 because they are unable to protect themselves while treating patients, the result will be catastrophic for our entire state. This is a crisis, and it will require extraordinary steps and sacrifice from all of us to save as many lives as possible.
Do you work at or own a construction company, medical or dental office, or other organization with an inventory of potentially life-saving personal protective equipment? Donate your unopened boxes of masks (N95 preferred), gowns, eye protection, and gloves to keep front-line health care workers healthy so they can save lives! All donated supplies must be in unopened boxes. All supplies will be allocated to Washington state hospitals and first responders treating COVID-19 patients. More information here on how you can donate: https://www.suppliessaveliveswa.org/
WA State Department of Health Resources
March 19, 2020
Not sure who to call if you have question about the Coronavirus? Click below for the WA State Department of Health website, which includes what your risks are in WA State, the phone # for their new Call Center, what to do if you have symptoms or if you've been exposed to Coronavirus, and more: https://www.doh.wa.gov/Emergencies/Coronavirus
Not sure who to call if you have question about the Coronavirus? Click below for the WA State Department of Health website, which includes what your risks are in WA State, the phone # for their new Call Center, what to do if you have symptoms or if you've been exposed to Coronavirus, and more: https://www.doh.wa.gov/Emergencies/Coronavirus