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Washington State Department of Health
Government Administration
Tumwater, Washington 17,567 followers
Working to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington state.
About us
Washington State Department of Health (DOH) works with federal, state, tribal, and local partners to help people in Washington stay healthy and safe. Our programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live and work, provide education to help people make good health decisions and ensure our state is prepared for emergencies. DOH is a great place to work and has implemented several “Employer of Choice” initiatives, including: • We support a healthy work/life balance by offering flexible/alternative work schedules, and mobile and telework options. • We are committed to diversity and inclusion. DOH fosters an inclusive environment that encourages all employees to bring their authentic selves to work each day. We strive to hire, develop, and retain a competent and diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers we serve. • We have an engaging Wellness@Health program which offers programs that support healthy behaviors and work/life balance. Our program provides wellness education, access to healthy food, physical activity classes, stress relief, and many other resources to support a healthy you. • We are making exciting steps towards modernizing our workplace by providing motivating and inspiring workspaces that promote creative thought, innovation, and collaboration among co-workers. • We have an Infant at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of breastfeeding newborns and infant-parent bonding. Eligible employees who are new mothers, fathers, or legal guardians can bring their infant (6 weeks to 6 months) when returning to work.
- Website
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https://www.doh.wa.gov/AboutUs/WorkatHealth
External link for Washington State Department of Health
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Tumwater, Washington
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1989
- Specialties
- Public Health, Emergency Preparedness and Response, Environmental Public Health, Maternal Health, Child Health, Nutrition, Health Policy, Health Disparities, Shellfish, Radiation Protection, WIC Nutrition, Immunizations, Laboratory, Communicable Disease Control, HIV Prevention, Facility Inspection, Credentialing, Drinking Water, Food Safety, Case Management, Newborn Screening, Rural Health, and Chronic Disease Prevention
Locations
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Primary
101 Israel Rd SE
Tumwater, Washington 98501, US
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1610 NE 150th Street
Shoreline, WA 98555, US
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16201 East Indiana Avenue
Spokane Valley, WA 99216 , US
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309 Bradley Boulevard
Richland, WA 99352, US
Employees at Washington State Department of Health
Updates
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The Week Without Driving challenge demonstrates the need to prioritize accessible and sustainable transportation. For people with disabilities, transportation is a matter of justice. It creates additional hurdles to take care of basic needs like education, employment, shopping, and medical services. Find out more about the Week Without Driving Challenge, activities in WA and information about transportation improvements for the disabled, https://lnkd.in/gpCDkKEW Strong public transit systems are essential for a sustainable and inclusive future. #disabilityrights #climateadaptation #weekwithoutdriving
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#Vision and #Hearing play a critical role in helping #OlderAdults maintain their balance and reduce falls risk. @NCOAging shares five easy tips to make sure older adults keep their eyes and ears healthy so they can be falls free. https://lnkd.in/g7aMHMvU #FallsPreventionAwarenessWeek
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Don’t forget: applications are opening soon for the Workforce Pathways Program! Consider applying to be a part of our next cohort (Dec. 2nd, 2024 – May 1st, 2026) and help diversify the public health workforce. Application can be found on careers.wa.gov.
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Climate change is expanding the areas where disease-causing fungi can live. Fungi may adapt to higher temperatures and become pathogenic. Meanwhile more people are living with health conditions and immunosuppressive treatments that increase fungal disease risk. #FungalWeek24 Learn more https://bit.ly/4fVgCE9
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When you think about taking care of yourself, sex and your sexual health may not immediately come to mind. But caring for your sexual health is just as important as eating right and staying active. It can help you feel good about yourself, understand your body better, and have healthy relationships. Read more in our latest blog.
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Family and friends can help #OlderAdults stay falls free, and it all starts with a conversation. This new handout from @NCOAging offers 5 tips to empower older adults to lean on family and friends to reduce their falls risk. https://lnkd.in/gaKDbzGw #FallsPreventionAwarenessWeek
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Fungal pneumonias—Valley fever, histoplasmosis, & blastomycosis—are often misdiagnosed. Treatment delays can lead to severe, sometimes chronic, symptoms. Raise awareness about fungal pneumonias to help increase early diagnosis and treatment. #FungalWeek24 https://bit.ly/3YUANf (link in bio)
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When you’re writing about suicide and suicide prevention, the words you choose matter. Keep these important tips in mind to reduce harm and communicate with compassion and care: https://wadoh.info/3XDo7aO #SuicidePreventionMonth #SPM24 #SuicidePrevention #988
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Applications opening in October! Apply to be a part of our next cohort of Workforce Pathway Professionals that are doing amazing work across the State. Apply on careers.wa.gov