Facebook Live 7/24/24 - ParaSport Spokane
During today’s Facebook Live, we will be sharing information about how to support the health of people with disabilities and share how ParaSport Spokane is a great example of this as we recognize Disability Pride Month.
Facebook Live 7/17/24 - Pertussis
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by SRHD Epidemiologist Jenni Horecny to share an update on pertussis (also known as whooping cough) activity in our region and why it is so important for us all to help prevent it spreading to those at greater risks of serious illness from the disease.
Facebook Live 7/10/24 - PFAS Part 3 with Washington DOH
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by Washington State Department of Health’s Health Educator Claire Nitsche and Toxicologist Barbara Morrissey for part three of our PFAS series, where they will share information about ways community members can lessen their exposure to PFAS chemicals.
Facebook Live 7/3/24 - Spokane Fire Department
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velázquez is joined by Community Risk Reduction Manager Jamie McIntyre with the Spokane Fire Department to share tools and resources for a safe and fun Fourth of July.
Facebook Live 6/26/24 - Meals on Wheels
During today’s Facebook Live, we are joined by Owen Espereas, executive director of Meals on Wheels Spokane and Mid-City Concerns Senior Center. Owen will share why their support for older adults is important to the entire community and how we can all get involved, especially as the weather heats up.
Facebook Live 6/12/24 - Lisa Woodard Clean Air Agency
During today’s Facebook Live, we are joined by Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency’s Communications and Outreach Manager Lisa Woodard to recognize Smoke Ready Week and share tips to keep us safe when wildfire smoke moves into our region.
6/5/2024 - Ian Sullivan Odyssey Youth Movement
During today’s Facebook Live, we are joined by Odyssey Youth Movement Executive Director Ian Sullivan to help share about the many resources Odyssey provides, the impact they are making, and how we can all join in supporting the health of LGBTQ+ youth in our community.
5/29/24 - PFAS Series with Dr. Francisco Velazquez
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez will continue his three-part series about PFAS substances with a regional update on what is happening to protect the public from high levels of exposure.
Facebook 5/22/24 - Spokane County Pools
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by Spokane County Parks, Recreation, and Golf Program Manager Rachel Hansen to recognize healthy and safe swimming week and share important and helpful information as we begin swimming season.
Facebook Live 5/15/24 - Jenni Horecny
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by SRHD Epidemiologist Jenni Horecny to remind us that there are still unsafe levels of lead from many sources in our region and why we need to be careful that everybody, especially children, keeps from being exposed.
Thank you to everyone who attended our 4th annual VaxExpo! We had presenters and guest speakers from all across the country who came to share their knowledge and experience as we dived into all things vaccines— from updates, recommendations, and personal survivor stories.
We want to thank them along with our exhibitors who provided addditional vaccine information and resources (not to mention plenty of swag!) for attendees to take home. We’re grateful that after many years, we we were able to host this event in-person again. Until next time!
Facebook Live 5/8/24 - PFAS
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez brings us Just the Facts about PFAS, what these substances are, where they come from, and what we know about impacts they can have on people and the environment.
Facebook 4/17/24 - Maddie's Place
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by Shannon Davis, infant care specialist and volunteer manager at Maddie’s Place to share the impact Maddie’s Place is making for families affected by substance misuse and how everybody in our community can play a part in supporting parents and their babies.
Facebook Live 4/10/24 - Akin
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by Akin’s Spokane Regional Director Nick Flett, to recognize Childhood Abuse Prevention Month and share ways our entire community can take part in keeping children safe.
Here's another six-word story! Barb works with members of our community who are actively working towards recovery from opioid dependency through our Opioid Treatment Services Program. If you haven't already heard, this program just moved to a new location in the fall! Staff in our Treatment Services Program work to provide a range of behavioral health services and medication-assisted treatment to support individuals on their journey towards recovery.
Barb's six-word story is a nod to the stigma that can be harmful to people in recovery and is a reminder that while the path others might walk is different from ours, they still hold an important and valuable place in our community. #nphw
Learn more at: https://ow.ly/1gh050R9t17
Celebrate National Public Health Week: srhd.org/nphw
How can we ensure that those who experience inequities in Spokane County receive the resources they need to achieve their highest level of health?
Adam from our Health Equity Team believes it's all about joining partners to build trust and keep the lines of communication open. Spokane Regional Health District is proud to connect and partner with those in our community who support our historically underserved populations, including those from various ethnic, racial, and cultural backgrounds. When we know what resources are needed to achieve better health, we can help improve access.
Last summer, our Health Equity Team worked with the Carl Maxey Center to provide heat safety resources, and this past November, they partnered with Odyssey Youth Movement during Transgender Day of Remembrance to provide N95 masks and additional health resources. Going forward, our Health Equity team is looking to expand access to important public health resources by offering a wider variety of translated materials. We appreciate all they do to support the health and wellness of everyone in our community! Celebrate #NPHW at: srhd.org/nphw
Facebook Live 4/3/24 - National Public Health Week
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by fellow SRHD staff as we celebrate National Public Health Week. Our public health team has been preparing stories to share with each other and the community, but there’s a catch – they can only use six words! Join us to hear how impactful six words can be.
To kickstart National Public Health Week, we want to share a six-word story from Brittany, a research scientist in our Data Center. Data plays an important role in helping shape, influence, and protect the well-being of those in our community. That’s why every other year, Spokane Regional Health District sends out a Quality of Life survey to thousands of randomly selected households in Spokane County.
Our Data Center uses this information to decide where resources might be needed to better support families and individuals. The survey also gives SRHD and community partners important information on where changes and improvements can be made. Data helps us paint a picture, or as Brittany says, "a hidden story," that can be used for the good of community. #nphw
Learn more about this year's National Public Health Week at: https://srhd.org/nphw
Happy National Public Health Week! The impact of public health can be told in many ways and with many words. But what if we could only use six?
To celebrate this special week, we asked staff here at Spokane Regional Health District to share a six-word story that encapsulates their unique perspective and understanding of the work they do and how, as a team, their program works to support better health for all. Stay tuned throughout the week to read and listen to a few selected six-word stories from staff at SRHD! #nphw
Learn more about this year's National Public Health Week at: https://srhd.org/nphw
Facebook Live 3/27/2024 - SRHD Fatality Reviews
During today’s Facebook Live, Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velazquez is joined by SRHD’s Keeping Children Safe Coordinator Mia Morton and Resilient Families Coordinator Mary Malone to discuss fatality reviews, including SRHD’s Child Fatality and Adult Overdose Fatality reviews, why they are so important, and what work is being done to facilitate them locally.
