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Author: Kenny Via

Public relations awards honor our reliable public health messaging

Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department staff members pose with awards at the Public Relations Society of America's Puget Sound Chapter Summit Awards banquet.

Last revised Jan. 17, 2025 When mpox arrived in Pierce County, lots of people were scared. Thankfully, we had been working for months to offer help and ease their concerns.

National Public Health Week reminded us we’re fortunate to serve you.

Last revised Jan. 11, 2024 The week of April 4-10, you helped us celebrate National Public Health Week.

BRAVO connects businesses and customers who want to make healthier decisions.

Last revised Jan. 23, 2025 UPDATED: 02/14/2022 If you’re like most people in Pierce County, you’re proud of our unique corner of the world.

‘We all want the same thing:’ What stylist Jackie Epperson says to vaccine-hesitant clients.

Last revised Jan. 17, 2025 Remember those 3 months in 2020 when no one could get a haircut? Jackie Epperson sure does. Jackie owns Chroma Salon in Tacoma.

‘It’s not always opposition to the vaccine:’ Board of Health Chair Derek Young knows removing barriers is key for many.

Last revised Jan. 23, 2025 Derek Young is a sports fan. He knows how much a rabid crowd cheering on the home team means to a community.

Tacoma Rainiers broadcaster Mike Curto got vaccinated for COVID-19 to protect himself and his family. Getting closer to normal has been fun, too.

Last revised Jan. 17, 2025 Baseball is back at Cheney Stadium, and with it returns the iconic voice of announcer Mike Curto.

COVID-19 vaccine an important tool to get more college students back on campus.

Last revised Jan. 17, 2025 Pierce College’s student body reflects its diverse community, with campuses in both Lakewood and Puyallup and an education center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

Gig Harbor Police Chief Kelly Busey is ready for life to get back to normal. COVID-19 vaccine is the key.

Last revised Jan. 17, 2025 We’ve all been through so much this past year. Gig Harbor Police Chief Kelly Busey is looking forward to putting most of it behind us.

‘I didn’t hesitate to get vaccinated:’ Puyallup Police Chief Scott Engle asked his officers, and you, to join him.

Last revised Jan. 17, 2025

Joe Stortini believes everyone can help end the COVID-19 pandemic. It all starts with getting a vaccine.

Last revised Jan. 17, 2025

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