Dr. James Miller, Tacoma-Pierce County Health Officer, released the following statement on Sept. 5, 2025, in support of Washington State Department of Health’s standing order for COVID-19 vaccine.
“The standing order signed by Washington State Department of Health removes a barrier to accessing vaccine. It will help safeguard the health of our communities by ensuring vaccines remain accessible and equitable for everyone in Pierce County.
“Along with public health officials in King and Snohomish counties, which represent a large portion of the state’s population, we remain committed to recommendations based on the best available science in partnerships with experts in the field.
“At Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department, we will continue to support public health’s role in providing data-informed, science-based recommendations that protect our residents’ health and wellbeing.”