Welcome to the official blog of Skagit County Public Health! Skagit Health Connection features health updates, resources, connections, and Skagit Valley voices of resiliency to help us stay healthy and safe.
Latest from the Blog
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FAQs about Public Health Data
Reading Time: 4 minutes In the world of public health, data is vital. Check out our most recent blog post to learn about why we collect data, what we do with it, and more! Read more
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Food Security in Skagit County
Reading Time: 2 minutes Access to nutritious food is vital to our physical and mental health and is linked to improved health across the lifespan. Unfortunately, 11% of Skagit County residents experience some level of food insecurity. The rate is higher among children at 16%. Read more
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What Does It Mean to Be “At-Risk” For Disease?
Reading Time: 3 minutes When scrolling through the news, you will often see headlines like “How to lower your risk for heart disease” or “Are you at risk for being hospitalized for COVID?”. What does “at-risk” really mean? How can you lower your risk and improve your overall quality of life? Check out our most… Read more
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