Clallam County Health and Human Services - Public Health

09/08/2026

SepticSmart Week 2026: September 14-18, 2026

SepticSmart Week is an annual event that occurs the third week of September. Communities, national organizations, local groups, and state governments can bring attention to the importance of caring for and maintaining septic systems by organizing homeowner education events, sponsoring workshops or sharing social media from the SepticSmart program.

In 2026, SepticSmart Week celebrates its 14th Anniversary!

09/08/2026

The Tdap, RSV, flu, and COVID-19 vaccines are all safe and recommended for pregnant patients. After receiving a vaccine while pregnant, your body produces antibodies that can pass through the placenta, offering your baby protection from serious illness after birth.

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09/04/2026

09/04/2026

Environmental Health Water Lab has confirmed, Nitrate Sampling will resume Tuesday, September 8th. Sorry for the temporary inconvenience. If you have questions call 360-417-2258.

Hope you have a lovely Labor Day weekend!!

09/03/2026

New edition, online only, RESPONDING TO DROUGHT! This edition is a collaborative effort with Jamestown Tribe, Clallam Conservation District & the Septic team at Environmental Health.

Please take into consideration this education as we take best care of our waterways, wilderness and farmland. https://www.clallamcountywa.gov/521/Newsletter-Clean-Water-Herald-Septics-Ed -89b8ca843e2e0d808188455d33f410ef

09/02/2026

Donate Today!! Diapers = Support

Free diapers can be the gateway, an entry point to open doors of support for our neighbors who are struggling to find stability.

Donating diapers helps local families access an essential item that can be difficult to afford, while supporting the health, comfort, and well-being of young children. Every donation helps keep First Step’s Diaper Bank stocked so families in our community can get the diapers they need, when they need them.

09/02/2026

Learn the warning signs of su***de for the people in your life, and for yourself.

Changes in mood, sleep, or behavior; withdrawing from others; talking about having no reason to live: samhsa.gov/mental-health/suicidal-behavior/

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09/01/2026

Do not eat, sell, or serve, Calco and Everything Sprouts-brand alfalfa sprouts. FDA’s investigation is ongoing. See the advisory for additional information. https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-shiga-toxin-producing-e-coli-salmonella-sprouts-august-2026

09/01/2026

Stronger Together: Connect. Support. Prevent.

Su***de prevention is not one moment or one person's job. It lives in the relationships we build, the support we offer, and the communities we create together. This year's theme highlights the importance of:

Strengthening connections that protect people before a crisis occurs
Making sure everyone knows where to turn and knows it before they need it
Building communities where people feel safe reaching out for help
Supporting recovery and healing long after a crisis has ended
Su***de prevention touches every part of life – from families and schools to workplaces, faith communities, and health care systems.

When people feel connected, valued, and supported, they are more likely to seek help. And when communities come together around a shared commitment to prevention, lives are saved.

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08/31/2026

This Thursday in Forks! Public Health is proud to partner with North Olympic Health Network (NOHN) in providing access to care for the West End. No appointment is needed for vaccination, our exceptional Vaccine Outreach Coordinator can help look up your records and determine what is needed. Call the Clallam County Public Health office with questions at 360-417-2274.

Learn more here: https://www.nohn-pa.org/services/mobile-health-clinic/