Dusty Lane, Author at Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department

Health Advisory: Updated guidance for influenza testing and subtyping

Last revised Oct. 21, 2026 Summary Emergency Department visits for influenza are rising in Washington, indicating an early start to flu season.

Last revised Sept. 18, 2026 People and pets should avoid areas of the lake with visible algae. On Thursday, Sept.

Last revised Aug. 27, 2026 People and pets should avoid areas of the lakes with visible algae. On Thursday, Aug.

Last revised Aug. 26, 2026 Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department released its 2025 Community Health Assessment (CHA) on Wednesday, Aug. 19.

Last revised Aug. 20, 2026 People and pets should avoid areas of the lake with visible algae. On Thursday, Aug.

Last revised Aug. 13, 2026 People and pets should avoid areas of the lake with visible algae. On Aug.

Last revised July 17, 2026 People and pets should avoid areas of the lake with visible algae.

Last revised April 30, 2026 Summary Current situation As of April 15, 37 cases of measles had been identified in Washington in 2026.

Last revised April 7, 2026 We lifted our Water Advisory for Thea Foss Waterway.

Last revised April 7, 2026 Even when an advisory is not in effect, always use caution when you’re in the water. When in doubt, stay out!