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• Washington cancer screening program expands - November 12, 2008
• Shellfish harvest approved along King County’s urban corridor for first time - November 6, 2008
• Flu season is approaching and vaccine is available - October 9, 2008
  Protect yourself and your family by getting vaccinated

In the News:

• About MRSA
  MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) is bacteria resistant to certain types of antibiotics. Learn more about MRSA and how to prevent spreading it.

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• Flu News
  Flu season is here and there’s plenty of vaccine available. It’s now recommended for all children 6 months to 18 years. Learn more about the flu vaccine, symptoms of the flu, and how to prevent the spread of germs.
   
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  Fall and winter storm season is here. Make sure your prepared with information on flooding, windstorms, power outages, carbon monoxide and other emergency topics. (Information is available in multiple languages.)
   
• Monitoring Regulated Drugs
  The Department of Health has begun work on a Prescription Monitoring Program for the state. 

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