11/03/2023
Flu vaccination is important for everyone 6 months and older, and depending on your age, certain flu vaccines may be recommended over others. Learn more about the different vaccine options at: https://ow.ly/gNmg50Q45vf
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11/01/2023
Today is National Brush Your Teeth Day! Brushing your teeth is important for maintaining good oral health and preventing dental issues such as cavities and gum disease.
It's especially important for younger kids to develop good brushing habits as tooth decay is the most common chronic disease of childhood. Finding ways to encourage good brushing habits, such as playing a toothbrushing song or letting them pick their own toothbrush and toothpaste, can help set kids on a lifelong journey of good oral health!
It’s also important for younger kids to visit the dentist regularly as they transition from baby teeth to adult teeth. Through our Access to Baby and Child Dentistry program, children six years and under and those with special health care needs up to 13 years old can visit the dentist twice a year. Learn more and see if your family qualifies at srhd.org/abcd.
11/01/2023
Us on October 31st vs. us on November 1st...
we hope everyone had a fun and safe Halloween! How soon is too soon to start playing holiday music, though? 🤔
11/01/2023
During today’s Facebook Live, Director of Public Information Kelli Hawkins is joined by Access to Baby Child Dentistry Health Program Specialist Hasina Ghulam Sarwar to recognize National Brush Your Teeth Day and to share why dental health is so important and how SRHD and the entire community can support it starting with our youngest community members.
11/01/2023
During today’s Facebook Live, Director of Public Information Kelli Hawkins is joined by Access to Baby Child Dentistry Health Program Specialist Hasina Ghulam Sarwar to recognize National Brush Your Teeth Day and to share why dental health is so important and how SRHD and the entire community can support it starting with our youngest community members. Watch it here at 10 a.m.
10/31/2023
Happy Halloween, from the Spokane Regional Health District! 👻🎃
10/31/2023
10/31/2023
If you didn't have a chance to attend the open house for our new Treatment Services building last week, you can take a video tour below to learn more about the building and what services will be offered on each floor by staff in our treatment services program!
10/30/2023
Where is Care-A-Van this week?! You may be able to get a COVID-19, Mpox, flu, childhood vaccines, or a blood glucose and blood pressure screenings. Please register in advance if you can: https://bit.ly/Care_A_Van
10/27/2023
Developing a safe sleep plan for your baby and sharing it with everyone who might care for them is the most important thing you can do to reduce your baby’s risk of sudden unexpected infant death (SUID), including sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
The safest way for a baby to sleep is:
✅ In the same room as you, but not the same bed.
✅ On a firm, flat and level surface.
✅ Without pillow toys or other soft objects.
✅ Wearing pajamas and/or a non-weighted sleep sack.
✅ On their back.
There are many ways to promote safer sleep for your little one and being aware of them is the best way to incorporate them into their sleep routine. Learn more and create a safe sleep plan for your baby at: srhd.org/safesleep
10/26/2023
October is National Healthy Lung Month! While there are many ways to promote better lung health, one of the best ways is to avoid smoking, va**ng, or using cannabis as they contain harmful chemicals that can affect your lungs & lead to more serious health issues, like lung cancer. Put your health first and consider quitting with helpful resources that can be found at: ow.ly/lveO50Q1fmC
10/26/2023
If you've been thinking about donating blood, now would be a great time to do so! Your donation is greatly appreciated and can help save lives. Learn more and find a location to donate blood at: http://bit.ly/40iisrp
Blood banks are facing critical shortages of life-saving blood and blood products. Your donation can help save lives. The shortages are particularly severe for type O blood, Rh negative blood, and for platelet donations. Read more at: https://bit.ly/40iisrp
10/25/2023
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by Spokane Regional Health District Immunization Coordinator Kayla Myers to share “Just the Facts” about which vaccines are available this fall and how everybody can protect the entire community with just a few simple actions.
10/25/2023
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by Spokane Regional Health District Immunization Coordinator Kayla Myers to share “Just the Facts” about which vaccines are available this fall and how everybody can protect the entire community with just a few simple actions. Watch it here at 10 a.m.
10/24/2023
The spookiest night of the year is just around the corner! If you plan to trick or treat, consider these safety tips to keep your quest for candy safe:
✅ Bring a flashlight to see sidewalks, pathways, and stairs clearly.
✅ Trick-or-treat in neighborhoods with slower traffic and use sidewalks on busier streets.
✅ Put reflective tape on candy bags, strollers, or costumes to be more visible to drivers.
✅ Encourage older kids to trick or treat in groups if you don’t plan to go with them.
10/24/2023
We all want to make friends, but you shouldn't have to compromise your health by using cannabis to fit in. Cannabis can have negative effects on your brain development and mental health. Plus, cannabis can increase feelings of social anxiety—making it harder to meet people and make new friends at school or through extracurricular activities.
Learn more and find ways to stand up to peer pressure at: https://ow.ly/RU6h50Q0goC
10/20/2023
Even if you’ve already been vaccinated, or had a COVID-19 infection, the updated 2023-24 COVID-19 vaccine will maximize your protection against the latest variants. If it’s been more than two months since your last vaccine or infection, schedule your appointment now.
Learn more about the updated COVID-19 vaccines at TakeCareWA.org
10/19/2023
We want to thank the health care, social service, and childcare professionals in Spokane County who took time to attend our event regarding sudden unexpected infant death syndrome (SUID) at The Hive on Monday!
A special thanks to Həłmxiłp Indigenous Birth Justice, The Learning Project Network, and The Shades of Motherhood Network for their wonderful contributions to this event.
If you didn't have a chance to attend, you can attend our virtual event coming up on Monday, October 23 at 9:30 a.m. Learn more at: https://ow.ly/T1ss50PYoJx
10/18/2023
Fall is here and we know you’re probably looking forward to all the fun activities that come with cooler weather. However, it's also the beginning of flu season. We know... not so much fun.
Don’t let flu get you down, though! You can protect yourself and your loved ones this season by getting a flu shot. Getting vaccinated can help protect against severe illness and hospitalization from flu and result in fewer sick days for your family. Learn more about flu vaccination at: https://srhd.org/flu-faq
10/18/2023
During today’s Facebook Live Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by SRHD’s Keeping Children Safe Coordinator Mia Morton to recognize Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month and Safe Sleep Awareness Month. They will share how these two causes are connected and discuss ways we can promote safe sleep to prevent infant loss.
10/18/2023
During today’s Facebook Live Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by SRHD’s Keeping Children Safe Coordinator Mia Morton to recognize Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month and Safe Sleep Awareness Month. They will share how these two causes are connected and discuss ways we can promote safe sleep to prevent infant loss. Watch it here at 10 a.m.
10/17/2023
So, what exactly is Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) and how can it be prevented? SUID is the unexpected death of a baby under a year old, where the cause of death is not immediately understood or obvious. These deaths usually occur while a baby sleeps or when babies are in their sleeping area. In Spokane County, SUID is a leading cause of infant mortality. Our community can prevent SUID by promoting safe sleep and increasing health equity. Learn more during Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Awareness Month at: https://ow.ly/BN2z50PXPVm
10/17/2023
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For women aged 45 years and older, receiving an annual mammogram is the best way to detect early signs of breast cancer. Some women may even choose or need to receive mammograms earlier than the recommended age. Learn more at: https://ow.ly/BJcw50PXPeZ
Wondering about our Breast, Cervical and Colon Health Program or BCCHP? The Yakima Health District is now running this program for people in Spokane County. If you have questions or want to see if you're eligible for a breast cancer screening at no cost to you, you can connect with BCCHP through phone or email!
Toll-free: 800-535-5016
Email: [email protected]
Direct Call: Cathy Lopez at (509) 249-6537 or Rose Carter at (509) 249-6529
10/12/2023
The Smile Mobile will be at the Spokane Regional Health District from Monday, October 16- Friday, October 20. Their dental team will see babies (first tooth) up through high school age, pregnant/postpartum people and adults with Apple Health and/or no insurance! To schedule your appointment, please call 888.286.9105.
At your SmileMobile appointment, they may provide one or more of the following services:
✅Dental examination
✅Oral health education
✅Fluoride varnish
✅Sealants
✅Simple extraction
✅Filling
✅X-rays
10/11/2023
During today’s Facebook Live SRHD’s Director of Public Information Kelli Hawkins is joined by YWCA Community Engagement Coordinator Jemma Riedel-Johnson to recognize Domestic Violence Action Month and share how everybody can get involved in domestic violence prevention.
10/11/2023
There's still time to register! The Spokane Regional Health District is partnering with Həłmxiłp Indigenous Birth Justice, The Learning Project Network, and The Shades of Motherhood Network to host an important educational event for health care, social service, and childcare professionals in Spokane County regarding sudden infant death syndrome (SUID).
Understanding what SUID is, the leading causes, and how it can be prevented can help professionals support parents and caregivers with creating and following a safe sleep plan for their baby. Learn more and register at: https://ow.ly/Vz5Q50POLff
Those who attend our in-person event can take with them:
✅A safe sleep flyer and booklet in multiple languages
✅A professional discussion guide
✅A fact sheet
10/11/2023
During today’s Facebook Live SRHD’s Director of Public Information Kelli Hawkins is joined by YWCA Community Engagement Coordinator Jemma Riedel-Johnson to recognize Domestic Violence Action Month and share how everybody can get involved in domestic violence prevention. Watch it here at 10 a.m.
10/10/2023
Did you know October is Safe Sleep Awareness Month and Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month? Here in Spokane County, sudden unexpected infant death (SUID) is a leading cause of infant mortality. If you have lost an infant due to SUID, you are not alone.
Whenever someone loses a pregnancy or baby, it is common to experience a wide range of emotions. These emotions are a normal part of the grieving process. We should all be supported through our grieving process.
For pregnancy and infant loss, free confidential peer and professional support is available at:
https://ow.ly/bbpz50PVmYc
https://ow.ly/OJEe50PVmY3
This month, hold space for compassionate conversations about pregnancy and infant loss and stay tuned for more information about SUID and safe sleep.
10/10/2023
Spokane Regional Health District will be hosting Health and Resource Fair for the Slavic Community at Rogers High School this Saturday, October 14, 2023, from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Local businesses and organizations will be onsite, ready to help with:
✅Accessing affordable health care services
✅Finding housing and jobs for refugees or immigrants
✅Getting set up with energy services and energy assistance programs
✅Receiving assistance with paying for rent and utilities
All are welcome. Ukrainian, Russian, Romanian, and English spoken.
Learn more at srhd.org/events.
10/10/2023
The Washinton State Department of Health Care-a-Van will be in Spokane a few times this month, offering Mpox, flu, and COVID-19 vaccinations. For dates, hours, and locations, visit: https://ow.ly/q6I750PVfn9
Where is Care-A-Van this week? You may be able to get a COVID-19, Mpox, flu, childhood vaccines, or a blood glucose and blood pressure screenings. Please register in advance if you can: https://bit.ly/Care_A_Van
10/09/2023
Today, and all days, we honor the rights and dignity of the indigenous people who were here long before America was colonized. The future of public health in Washington state depends on indigenous and tribal voices being heard.
10/07/2023
Today is National Ageism Awareness Day. Ageism can be defined as how we think, feel, and act towards someone based on their age. It's also a form of prejudice that can be harmful and potentially damaging to a person's opportunities, mental health, and quality of life. Ageism can also negatively impact our economy and our community's overall well-being.
Being aware of how certain behaviors, actions, and words towards people of all ages can promote ageism can help everyone in our community start to engage in conversation about it. Learn more at: https://ow.ly/cEJU50PUgVX
10/07/2023
The Spokane Regional Health District offices will be closed on Monday, October 9, in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.
10/05/2023
Did you know participants in our Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) Nutrition program can use their benefits at our local farmers markets? Yep! If you're on WIC, consider picking up some fresh fruits and veggies from a market near you—next week is the last week a few of them will be open!
Learn more at: https://ow.ly/NXHc50PTF2Y
For locations, days, and times, visit: https://ow.ly/9ZMn50PTEOY
Not on WIC? See if your family qualifies at: https://ow.ly/x3ES50PTF7L
10/04/2023
More than likely, we've all heard the saying, "Age is just a number." While this is a great reminder that age shouldn't limit a person's lifestyle or achievements, age isn't always viewed as just a number. Sometimes, a person's age can reinforce certain stereotypes or perceptions we have of their abilities.
With National Ageism Awareness Day coming up, we want to share more about what ageism is, what it looks like, and what we can all do to help combat it. Join SRHD to learn more at: https://ow.ly/4fnW50PTb2z
10/04/2023
If you v**e or use cannabis to manage or relieve stress, you might be surprised to know that it can also heighten negative emotions or cause you to develop symptoms of anxiety and depression. Protect your mind and learn more at: https://ow.ly/zSiJ50PT69R
10/04/2023
During today’s Facebook Live Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by SRHD’s Healthy Aging Specialist Natalie Tauzin and her two guests, Connor Coates and Irene Gonzalez, to recognize Ageism Awareness Day, share more about ageism and its impacts, and discuss ways we can begin to encourage a more positive view of all ages.
10/02/2023
Important reminder! SRHD will be hosting a childhood vaccine clinic tomorrow at the WIC Northeast Community Center. This clinic will be open from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Learn more and see what vaccines are being offered at: https://ow.ly/g7lr50PPsVP
10/02/2023
While our Breastfeeding Peer Counselors through our Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program are always here to support you on your breastfeeding journey, there are also plenty of other community resources for breastfeeding parents—like the La Leche League.
They're an international non-profit organization that offers breastfeeding education and guidance, with a group right here in Spokane! Check out their social media for more information and consider attending one of their upcoming meetings for in-person breastfeeding support. You’re welcome to bring your little one with you!
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Facebook 11/1/023 - ABCD Dental
During today’s Facebook Live, Director of Public Information Kelli Hawkins is joined by Access to Baby Child Dentistry Health Program Specialist Hasina Ghulam Sarwar to recognize National Brush Your Teeth Day and to share why dental health is so important and how SRHD and the entire community can support it starting with our youngest community members.
If you didn't have a chance to attend the open house for our new Treatment Services building last week, you can take a video tour below to learn more about the building and what services will be offered on each floor by staff in our treatment services program!
Facebook Live 10/25/23
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by Spokane Regional Health District Immunization Coordinator Kayla Myers to share “Just the Facts” about which vaccines are available this fall and how everybody can protect the entire community with just a few simple actions.
Facebook Live 10/18/23 - Mia Morton
During today’s Facebook Live Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by SRHD’s Keeping Children Safe Coordinator Mia Morton to recognize Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month and Safe Sleep Awareness Month. They will share how these two causes are connected and discuss ways we can promote safe sleep to prevent infant loss.
Facebook Live 10/11/23 - YWCA
During today’s Facebook Live SRHD’s Director of Public Information Kelli Hawkins is joined by YWCA Community Engagement Coordinator Jemma Riedel-Johnson to recognize Domestic Violence Action Month and share how everybody can get involved in domestic violence prevention.
Facebook Live 10/4/23 - Ageism Awareness Day
During today’s Facebook Live Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by SRHD’s Healthy Aging Specialist Natalie Tauzin and her two guests, Connor Coates and Irene Gonzalez, to recognize Ageism Awareness Day, share more about ageism and its impacts, and discuss ways we can begin to encourage a more positive view of all ages.
Facebook Live 9/27/23 National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
During today’s Facebook Live Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by Registered Dieticians Shelley Flores-Pacha and Connie Jense, and WIC Program Manager and Registered Dietician Mary Wood, to recognize Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, what contributes to this issue, and the good news of how families and communities can support children to live healthy lives.
Facebook Live 9/20/23 - Back to School Safety
During today’s Facebook Live Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by SRHD Epidemiologist Jenni Horecny to share resources and tips to help parents and caregivers balance their children’s health with their academic needs throughout the school year.
Facebook Live 9/13/23 - Just the Facts
During today’s Facebook Live Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez will share “Just the Facts” about respiratory disease and rabies activity in the Spokane region and how we can prepare and protect our community from the spread of these diseases.
Facebook Live 9/6/2023 - Eillen Lyons, licensed clinical social worker and Red Cross disaster mental health volunteer
During today’s Facebook Live Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez will be joined by Eileen Lyons, a licensed clinical social worker and Red Cross disaster mental health volunteer, to give our community some mental health guidance and practical tips as people work through the impact of the Gray and Oregon Road Fires.
Facebook Live 8/30/23 - Overdose Awareness Day
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez will be joined by Samantha Carroll, substance use disorder professional and overdose prevention specialist, to recognize International Overdose Awareness Day and discuss ways SRHD and the community can reduce the risk of drug overdose in our region.
Facebook Live 8/23/23
During Today’s Facebook Live, we present “Just the Facts” with Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velázquez. He will share helpful public health information about wildfire recovery and poor air quality due to wildfire smoke that we can use today as our community responds to the Oregon Road and Gray wildfires.
Facebook Live 8/16/23 Jillisa Winkler
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velázquez is joined by Jillisa Winkler, operations manager and program coordinator for community development and equity at the Carl Maxey Center, to share the many ways our community is coming together to adapt to increasing extreme heat events and ways we can all join in the effort.
Facebook Live 8/9/23 - Kayla Myers
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velázquez is joined by SRHD Immunization Program Coordinator Kayla Myers to share some exciting new information and updates on immunizations for National Immunization Awareness Month.
Suciasaurus rex is ready to head outside and soak up the warm weather by making a splash! But do they have the proper safety gear to make sure their time in the water is not only fun but safe? Let's see!
Facebook Live 8/2/23 - World Breastfeeding Week
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velázquez is joined by Stacy Masterson and Tauria Metcalf, breast feeding peer counselors at SRHD, to recognize World Breastfeeding Week, explain why this is such an important health topic, and share resources for breastfeeding and new parents.
What happens when a dinosaur tries to get a copy of their birth certificate? Well, Suciasaurus rex stopped by Vital Records to meet Taylor and see if she had a copy on file. Any ideas how that went? 🤔 Hint: Vital Records carries birth and death certificates from 1907 up to present day....
Checking in with friends, family, and neighbors is a great way to help everyone in our community beat the heat—especially those who may be at greater risk for heat-related illnesses, like the elderly, young children, and pregnant people. Take a minute to check in or stop by and see if there's anything they might need to stay safe and healthy as the weather continues to heat up! #BeatTheHeat
Have you heard? Washington has a new state dinosaur! We want to give a big shout to the fourth-grader students at Elmhurst Elementary School from Franklin Pierce Schools who advocated for years to pass a bill making Suciasaurus rex the official state dinosaur! We also want to thank Suciasaurus rex for taking the time to stop by the Spokane Regional Health District to learn more about what goes on behind these walls. Don't forget to keep an eye out—you may just see Suciasaurus rex pop up on your feed! But first, a message from our Health Policy Specialist, Brandon Bannister.
Facebook Live 7/26/23 - Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velázquez is joined by Dr. Oladunni Oluwoye, professor at Washington State University’s Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, to recognize Minority Mental Health Awareness Month and share why this is such an important topic for everybody in our community.
As part of Children's Book Week, we wanted to share some of the books SRHD offers the community through our Women, Infant & Children (WIC) Nutrition Program! Check out the clip below to learn more from our WIC program manager, Mary Wood!
Facebook Live 11/9/22 - Stress and Trauma Education Program
On today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velázquez is joined by Ryan Oelrich, executive director of Priority Spokane, to discuss the Stress and Trauma Education Program, a peer led program that helps address the stress and trauma our community has experienced the last few years with evidence-based tools and community connections.
Facebook Live 11/2/22 - Teri Koski, ALTCEW
On today’s Facebook Live, in honor of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and Family Caregiver Month, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velázquez is joined by Teri Koski from Aging and Long Term Care of Eastern Washington to discuss the importance of supporting those with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers, especially during the holiday season.
Facebook Live 10/26/22 - Just the Facts
Today’s Facebook Live is a Halloween and Dia de Los Muertos edition of Just the Facts with Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez. He shares updates on the creepy viruses that like to scare us this time of year, how we can protect ourselves and some tips for staying safe while celebrating during the holiday season!
Facebook Live 10/19/22 - Dr. Tuttle
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by Dr. Katherine Tuttle, executive director for research at Providence Health Care. Together, they discuss the symptoms of Long COVID-19, some guidance on what you can do if you think you have long COVID, and what Providence is doing to learn more about long COVID, who gets it, and why.
Facebook Live 10/12/22 - Dr. LaSalle
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by board-certified family physician, Dr. Gretchen LaSalle. Dr. LaSalle practices with MultiCare and is an American Academy of Family Physicians Vaccine Science Fellow. Together, they will discuss the importance of getting your annual flu shot and your COVID-19 bivalent vaccine as we head into the cold and flu season.
Facebook Live 10/5/22 - Amy Black and Kyle Richardson - Emergency Preparedness and Response
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Francisco Velazquez is joined by members of SRHD’s Disaster Preparedness and Response team. They will talk about the importance of preparedness, what their team does for our community’s preparedness, and where you can find information on personal preparedness.
Facebook Live 9/28/22 - Mary Wood
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by Mary Wood, WIC Program Manager and Registered Dietitian, to recognize Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. They discuss the health concerns that can be attributed to childhood obesity, and Mary will share nutrition guidance and services provided by WIC to help eligible families access nutritional food options.
Facebook Live 9/21/22 - Munir Shah
During today’s Facebook Live, we are recognizing National Suicide Prevention Month. Kelli Hawkins, public information officer, is joined by Munir Shah, licensed mental health counselor with SRHD’s treatment services program. They will discuss factors taken into consideration when addressing suicide prevention as well as the multi-faceted, collaborative approach necessary to develop preventative measures in our community.
Facebook Live 9/14/22 Samantha Carroll, Overdose Awareness
During today’s Facebook Live, in light of National Recovery Month, we are recognizing the services provided at SRHD to help with the treatment of addiction and prevent further harm. Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by Samantha Carroll, substance use disorder professional and overdose prevention specialist here at SRHD. Together they will talk about Treatment Services, Syringe Services, and how the rise in opioid overdoses is impacting our community.
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Looking for COVID-19 testing in the Spokane area? You can find PCR tests for you and your family at the Spokane Regional Health District drive-up testing site located at the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center! Details ⬇
Dr. Marty Makary, a public health researcher at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, on Tuesday accused government officials of practicing “modern-day McCarthyism” against anyone who suggests young healthy people, especially those who recovered from COVID, don’t need booster shots.
Scientists warn vaccinating people who already had COVID could potentially cause harm, or even death.
Live update with Spokane Regional Health District's Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez.
An 18-year-old who had a heart attack after receiving his second dose of Pfizer’s COVID vaccine said he’d rather get COVID than have a heart attack. In an interview with The Defender, Isaiah Harris said he received his first dose of Pfizer on April 8 and second dose on April 30. Within 12 hours of the second dose, the teen developed a fever and chills.
Providence physician assistant Tamara Brining was in the best shape of her life when she contracted COVID-19. Just days after winning a triathlon, the virus landed her in the ICU at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center.
After days in the hospital, Tamara was finally cleared to go home. But, her lungs were so weak, she needed oxygen at home.
Tamara had every intention of getting her vaccine before she got sick. The busyness of life just got in the way.
Waiting nearly cost her everything.
Now Tamara is sharing her story in hopes of preventing this from happening to someone else.
➡️ Find a vaccine appointment near you by visiting https://vaccinelocator.doh.wa.gov/?language=en ⬅️
We also encourage you to tune in to Wednesday's Facebook live presentation hosted by Spokane Regional Health District as Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Holy Family Hospital Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dan Getz discusses the dangers of long COVID and the importance of vaccination.
After days in the hospital, Tamara was finally cleared to go home. But, her lungs were so weak, she needed oxygen at home.
Tamara had every intention of getting her vaccine before she got sick. The busyness of life just got in the way.
Waiting nearly cost her everything.
Now Tamara is sharing her story in hopes of preventing this from happening to someone else.
➡️ Find a vaccine appointment near you by visiting https://vaccinelocator.doh.wa.gov/?language=en ⬅️
We also encourage you to tune in to Wednesday's Facebook live presentation hosted by Spokane Regional Health District as Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Holy Family Hospital Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dan Getz discusses the dangers of long COVID and the importance of vaccination.
a 17-year-old female from Washington died in October, reportedly from a heart condition after second dose of Pfizer: (VAERS I.D. 1823671). 33 young people ages 5-17 have died after vaccination with one or two adult doses of COVID vaccine per VAERS reports. In all age groups, 672,373 adverse health events after COVID vaccination, including 8,986 deaths and 57,143 serious injuries, were reported in the U.S. to the Vaccine Adverse Events Reporting System between Dec. 14, 2020, and Nov. 26, 2021. Historically, VAERS has been shown to report only 1% of actual vaccine adverse events.
19% of deaths were related to cardiac disorders.
26, 4,480 pregnant women reported adverse events related to COVID vaccines, including 1,411 reports of miscarriage or premature birth.
3,219 cases of Bell’s Palsy reported, 51% were attributed to Pfizer vaccinations, 41% to Moderna and 8% to J&J.
764 reports of Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), with 42% of cases attributed to Pfizer, 29% to Moderna and 27% to J&J.
2,163 reports of anaphylaxis where the reaction was life-threatening, required treatment or resulted in death.
11,334 reports of blood clotting disorders. Of those, 5,024 reports were attributed to Pfizer, 4,037 reports to Moderna and 2,222 reports to J&J.
3,257 cases of myocarditis and pericarditis with 2,025 cases attributed to Pfizer, 1,085 cases to Moderna and 137 cases to J&J’s COVID vaccine. See article
19% of deaths were related to cardiac disorders.
26, 4,480 pregnant women reported adverse events related to COVID vaccines, including 1,411 reports of miscarriage or premature birth.
3,219 cases of Bell’s Palsy reported, 51% were attributed to Pfizer vaccinations, 41% to Moderna and 8% to J&J.
764 reports of Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), with 42% of cases attributed to Pfizer, 29% to Moderna and 27% to J&J.
2,163 reports of anaphylaxis where the reaction was life-threatening, required treatment or resulted in death.
11,334 reports of blood clotting disorders. Of those, 5,024 reports were attributed to Pfizer, 4,037 reports to Moderna and 2,222 reports to J&J.
3,257 cases of myocarditis and pericarditis with 2,025 cases attributed to Pfizer, 1,085 cases to Moderna and 137 cases to J&J’s COVID vaccine. See article
Cherie Romney says both her husband and 17-year-old son suffered serious blood clots and were hospitalized after receiving COVID mRNA vaccines. One day after getting the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID vaccine, Everest Romney became sick. Five days after being vaccinated, the 17-year-old was hospitalized when doctors discovered two blood clots in his brain.
Thanks to Spokane Regional Health District for this great infographic about the history of coronaviruses and mRNA vaccines.
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