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Check Shellfish Safety Before You Dig! Some Whatcom Beaches Closed
Marine biotoxin levels have increased again in some Whatcom County waters, and recreational shellfish harvest has been closed in Birch Bay, Portage Bay, and other areas. Check the Washington State Shellfish Safety map for the latest closure information. View the map -
Prepare Now for Unhealthy, Smoky Air
Wildfire season is likely on its way, but you can take steps now to prepare for smoky days with unhealthy air quality. Learn more ... -
2019 Point In Time Count Shows Largest Decrease in Homelessness Since 2012
Recently published results of the 2019 Point-In-Time (PIT) Count, an annual snapshot of homelessness in our community, show the largest decrease in homelessness since 2012, with 14% fewer individuals living homeless than in 2018. Read on...
Hot Topics
Recreational Shellfish Harvester Precautions
Influenza Vaccine and Flu Vaccine Finder
The Flu: What to Do If You Get Sick
What You Should Know About Flu Antiviral Drugs
Norovirus
Zika Virus Information
Current Shellfish Marine Biotoxin Bulletin
Hot Topics by Division
Community Health - Children with Special Health Care Needs, Healthy Communities, Parent Child, WIC
Communicable Disease and Epidemiology - Immunization Clinic, Prevention & Screening, Syringe Exchange, TB Program
Environmental Health - Drinking Water, Food Safety, Living Environment, On Site Sewage, Solid Waste
- Recreational Shellfish Harvester Precautions
- Power Outages and Food Safety (PDF)
- Current Shellfish Marine Biotoxin Bulletin
Human Services - Behavioral Health, Developmental Disabilities, Housing, Jail Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Mental Health Court, Prevention, and Veterans
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Birth & Death Certificates
Learn how to apply for certified copies of birth and death certificates
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About Us
Get more information regarding the county's Health Department.
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Communicable Disease
It is the mission of the Communicable Disease and Emergency Preparedness department to lead the community in promoting health and preventing disease.
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Community Health
Get information about the programs offered and topics covered by the Community Health Division.
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Emergency Preparedness & Response
The Whatcom County Health Department is involved in community-wide planning around potential emergency threats, such as: natural disasters, pandemic influenza, or bioterrorism. The staff works closely with the hospital and emergency planners to develop strategies for dealing with the possible impacts of such events.
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Environmental Health
Environmental Health focuses on programs associated with drinking water, solid waste, and more.
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Human Services
The Human Services Division works with its 4 advisory boards and community partners to determine the needs of our county, and then create programming to meet those needs.
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Videos
Watch informational videos published by the Health Department.
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Food Recalls
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Food Safety Inspection Reports
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Community Health Improvement
Includes information about Whatcom County's Community Health Improvement process, including the Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan
Children & Families
- Order and pay for a Birth or Death Certificate
- Find resources for my child or youth with special health care needs
- Apply for WIC
- Get a shot/immunization
- Get a TB Test
Environmental Health
- Apply for a Food Handler Card
- Apply for Food Permits & Packets
- Access OSS or Drinking Water Records
- Get my water tested
Substance Abuse Prevention