Skagit County Public Health

09/09/2026

Earlier this week, we kicked off Recovery Month with a proclamation recognizing September as Recovery Month in Skagit County. Our team joined providers, community members, and North Star partners to celebrate recovery and the people who make it possible.

Recovery happens in community. It takes connection, compassion, collaboration, and access to the right treatment, support, and resources. When we work together across organizations and alongside people with lived experience, we can create stronger pathways to recovery, help people feel supported wherever they are on their journey, and create opportunities to thrive.

Looking for support? Visit skagitrising.org or explore our Substance Use and Mental Health Treatment Guide: www.skagitcounty.net/Departments/HumanServices/mh.htm

09/07/2026

Are you a Skagit County homeowner with a septic system? If so, you may be eligible for septic rebates!

Skagit County Public Health is offering up to $500 in rebates for septic system inspection, pumping, riser installation, lid replacement, and/or minor repairs to qualifying residents for services between February 1, 2024, and December 31, 2026 (one per person/household/property owner).

To learn more or apply, visit www.skagitcounty.net/septic

09/04/2026

Skagit County Public Health offices will be CLOSED on Monday, September 7th, for the Labor Day Holiday.

Happy Labor Day Weekend! Skagit County offices will be closed on Monday, September 7th, in observance of the holiday.

All three county transfer stations will be closed and the Guemes Island ferry will run on a Saturday NONPEAK schedule, ending at 10:00 p.m. on Monday.

More information about the ferry schedule can be found here:
www.skagitcounty.net/ferry

09/03/2026

OUTBREAK INVESTIGATION. Do not eat, sell, or serve Evergreen Fresh Sprouts LLC-brand broccoli sprouts. WA Department of Health investigation is ongoing.

Visit the WA DOH outbreak page for more information on the food product and how to seek care for illness. https://doh.wa.gov/you-and-your-family/illness-and-disease-z/foodborne-illness/outbreaks/2026-salmonella-outbreak-linked-broccoli-sprouts-evergreen-fresh-sprouts-llc

INVESTIGACIÓN DE BROTE. No comas, vendas ni sirvas brotes de brócoli de la marca Evergreen Fresh Sprouts LLC. La investigación del Departamento de Salud de Australia Occidental sigue en curso.

Visita la página de brotes del DOH de WA para más información sobre el producto alimenticio y cómo buscar atención en caso de enfermedad. https://doh.wa.gov/you-and-your-family/illness-and-disease-z/foodborne-illness/outbreaks/2026-salmonella-outbreak-linked-broccoli-sprouts-evergreen-fresh-sprouts-llc

09/02/2026

Back-to-school season can bring a lot of change for kids and caregivers. New routines, early mornings, homework, big feelings, and plenty of questions can make the transition feel overwhelming.

Lantern, formerly known as Bright by Text, is here to help, one text at a time. Parents and caregivers can receive free, age-appropriate tips, activities, and resources delivered right to their phones. Get support with parenting, child development, learning, health and safety, and more.

➡️ Sign up by texting SKAGIT to 274448 or visiting mylantern.org/families.

A little guidance can go a long way as your family gets back into the swing of things this school year.

08/31/2026

Today, August 31, is International Overdose Awareness Day. Join Skagit County and communities around the world in remembering those we’ve lost, supporting those impacted by overdose, and raising awareness about overdose prevention.

Know the signs. Carry naloxone. Learn how to help. Together, we can save lives.

Learn more and find resources:
➡️ www.overdoseday.com
➡️ https://skagitrising.org

08/28/2026

Have you checked out Skagit County Trends lately?

Whether you're interested in community health, housing, transportation, education, or demographics, Skagit County Trends is a great resource for exploring the data that helps tell our county's story.

Recent updates include new information on:
➡️ Population and demographics
➡️ Health insurance coverage
➡️ Preventive health care
➡️ Commuting and work-from-home trends

With more than 170 community indicators, it's a valuable tool for anyone who wants to better understand the trends shaping Skagit County. Take a look! https://skagitcountytrends.org/blog/

Great News -- We just released the latest edition of the Skagit County Trends Blog where we feature population growth, graduation rates and post-secondary enrollments, renters feeling housing-burdened, and more. Check out the interactive blog that allows you to drill down more into the data at our Skagit County Trends site.

https://skagitcountytrends.org/blog/

08/26/2026

Did you know your child may qualify for free dental care through the Access to Baby & Child Dentistry (ABCD) Program?

If your child is 6 years old or younger and covered by Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), they may qualify for ABCD. Children up to age 13 who receive services through the Developmental Disability Administration also qualify. The program helps families:

• Find a local dentist.
• Schedule dental visits.
• Access translation support.
• Learn how to keep little teeth healthy.

ABCD connects young children with specially trained dentists to help prevent and treat tooth decay and build healthy habits for life.

Learn more about the ABCD Program: www.skagitcounty.net/Departments/HealthFamily/dental.htm

08/24/2026

Congratulations to Volunteers of America Western Washington on the ribbon cutting for Ballington Flats in Burlington! With 42 affordable units, including 12 for veterans experiencing homelessness, this new community is an important step toward expanding access to safe, stable housing in Skagit County.

This is what regional partnership looks like in action, and we’re proud to be part of the work through North Star.

08/21/2026

It’s almost time for back-to-school! Has your child had their well-child visit yet? Are their immunizations up to date? Now is a great time to make sure your child is caught up before the new school year begins.

Contact your child’s healthcare provider to schedule an appointment, or use this resource to find a no-cost childhood vaccine clinic near you: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/d9883df272e44f20ae6a76279f5d6a0b