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  1. Microcystin Biotoxin Found Above EPA Limit in Silver Lake

    Recent water sampling at Silver Lake detected microcystins, a toxin produced by algae, at levels that may be harmful to people and pets. Residents are advised to avoid water contact at Silver Lake and not allow pets to swim in or drink from the lake. Read more
  2. Upcoming Whatcom County Health and Community Services Vaccination Clinics

    Whatcom County Health and Community Services (WCHCS) will be hosting vaccination clinics this fall, where children and eligible adults can receive several vaccines including COVID-19, Flu, Mpox and routinely-recommended childhood immunizations. Learn more
  3. Washington State Department of Health No Longer Recommends The Use of Expired COVID-19 Tests

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