Stephanie Badillo-Sanchez

Provider Alert: Infant Botulism Associated with ByHeart Infant Formula

| November 13, 2025
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11/13/2025 This is a Provider Alert from the Washington State Department of Health (WA DOH) regarding multiple cases of infant botulism after consuming ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula. Current SituationOn November 8th, 2025, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced an outbreak of infant botulism linked to infant formula. Since August 2025, at … Provider Alert: Infant Botulism Associated with ByHeart Infant Formula

Health Advisory: Be Alert for Mpox: Clade I Mpox Virus Detected in Wastewater; Rise in Cases of Clade II Mpox

| September 29, 2025

09/29/2025 This is a Provider Alert from the Washington State Department of Health (WA DOH) Office of Infectious Disease. WA DOH is requesting that providers remain alert for cases of mpox due to: Current Situation: Mpox (formerly “monkeypox”), the infection caused by the mpox virus (MPXV), has been circulating at low levels in Washington State … Health Advisory: Be Alert for Mpox: Clade I Mpox Virus Detected in Wastewater; Rise in Cases of Clade II Mpox

Washington State Department of Health Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendations

| June 23, 2025
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06/23/2025 Actions Requested Background Washington State Department of Health will continue to monitor federal updates on COVID-19 vaccine recommendations and assess how any changes may impact the health and safety of Washington state residents. Washington State Department of Health is committed to science-based vaccine policy and making sure vaccines stay accessible and equitable for everyone … Washington State Department of Health Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendations

Health Advisory: Update on Measles Cases

| June 5, 2025
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06/05/2025 Action Requested Background Measles illness starts with a prodrome of fever, cough, coryza, and conjunctivitis (typically lasting 2-4 days) and then a generalized maculopapular rash that typically begins on the face/head then spreads to the neck, trunk and extremities. Increases in measles cases and outbreaks are occurring in every region of the world. CDC … Health Advisory: Update on Measles Cases

Yakima Health District Hiring Local Health Officer to Serve as Chief Medical Officer

| June 5, 2025

06/05/2025 The Yakima Health District is looking to hire a Local Health Officer who will serve as Chief Medical Officer for the Yakima Health District. This key leadership role involves providing medical and public health expertise, offering policy guidance and recommendations, and engaging in strategic collaboration with community partners and stakeholders to address public health … Yakima Health District Hiring Local Health Officer to Serve as Chief Medical Officer

Health Advisory: Increase in Tuberculosis Cases in the Lower Yakima Valley

| March 26, 2025

03/25/2025 Situation The Yakima Health District is reporting a significant increase in active tuberculosis (TB) cases in Yakima County. Over the past eight months, there has been a rise in confirmed cases, promoting heightened surveillance and precautionary measures. Key Updates Actions Required for Providers (Click image to view) 2. Infection Control Measures 3. Reporting of … Health Advisory: Increase in Tuberculosis Cases in the Lower Yakima Valley

Health Advisory: Measles case associated with international travel in a King County resident

| March 7, 2025

03/07/2025 Action Requested Background Measles illness starts with a prodrome of fever, cough, coryza, and conjunctivitis (typically lasting 2-4 days) and then a generalized maculopapular rash that typically begins on the face/head then spreads to the neck, trunk and extremities. Increases in measles cases and outbreaks are occurring in every region of the world. CDC … Health Advisory: Measles case associated with international travel in a King County resident

Health Advisory: Pertussis Cases Continue to Increase in Washington State

| November 7, 2024

11/07/2024 This is a Provider Alert from the Yakima Health District regarding an increase in pertussis (whooping cough) cases. Healthcare providers should: This is an update to the Provider Alert sent in May 2024. Current Pertussis Situation in Washington There has been a total of 1,099 confirmed and probable cases of pertussis reported statewide during … Health Advisory: Pertussis Cases Continue to Increase in Washington State

Health Advisory: CDC Confirms Nine Human Cases of Avian Influenza in Washington State

| November 2, 2024

11/01/24 Clinicians in Washington should consider avian influenza infection in patients who present with acute respiratory illness, isolated conjunctivitis, or influenza-like illness (ILI), and to assess patients for exposures to animals (poultry, cattle, wildlife, or other animals) or people suspected or known to be infected with avian influenza. Current Situation  The Centers for Disease Control … Health Advisory: CDC Confirms Nine Human Cases of Avian Influenza in Washington State

Health Officer Order for Reporting Hospitalizations and Deaths Due to RSV, COVID-19, and Influenza

| September 26, 2024
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DATE: September 26, 2024 TO: Health care providers, health care facilities, medical examiners, and coroner’s office FROM: Neil Barg, MD, Health Officer RE: Health Officer Order for Reporting Hospitalizations and Deaths Due to RSV, COVID-19, and Influenza Pursuant to WAC 246-101-505 Effective Date: October 1, 2024 Authority Under the authority granted to the Local Health Officer pursuant to … Health Officer Order for Reporting Hospitalizations and Deaths Due to RSV, COVID-19, and Influenza