Transformational Plan
The Washington State Department of Health’s Transformational Plan reenergizes our commitment to health for all — creating policies and conditions so everyone can live their healthiest lives.
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Washington Offers Vaccinations at no Cost to Every Child
Find out what vaccines your baby or child needs to keep them healthy and in school.
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Extreme Heat
Severe heat may cause illness or even death. When temperatures rise to extreme highs, reduce risks by taking proper precautions.
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Health Care
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Flu Information
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Vital Records
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Immunizations
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Shellfish Safety Map
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Business Opportunities
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COVID-19 Information
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Care-a-Van Events
Care-A-Van is a mobile health service that supports underserved communities and those most impacted by COVID-19 and other health inequities across Washington state. You can get free vaccinations for COVID-19, seasonal flu, and mpox, many childhood vaccines, and screenings for blood pressure and blood glucose. Register for an upcoming clinic near you.
See All Events and RegisterSeptember 24
Rudy's Barbershop 30th Anniversary Hair Jam! Vaccine Clinic
Seattle, WA 98122
September 25
Central Washington Disability Resources Vaccine Clinic
Sunnyside, WA 98944
September 26
Educational Opportunities for Children and Families - EOCF Vaccine Clinic
Vancouver, WA 98663
September 27
Seattle University Vaccine Clinic
Seattle, WA 98122
Transformational Plan:
A Vision for Health in Washington State
News Releases
DOH Reach and Impact
80803
new practitioners licensed
166135
water samples evaluated for contaminants
160000
newborn blood samples tested for congenital disorders (approximately)
86%
kindergartners immunized per current standards
306108
birth certificates issued
223888
women and children received WIC nutritional and breastfeeding support
Data as of 2019.
Secretary's Corner
Welcome to the Secretary of Health's (SOH) Corner. The Secretary's Corner is a space dedicated for Washingtonians to get to know the Secretary of Health, Dr. Umair A. Shah.
On this page, people will be able to learn about the vision, ideas, publications and new projects of the Department of Health and its leaders.
The Secretary of Health leads the Department of Health in the state. Governor Inslee appointed Dr. Umair A. Shah in December 2020. Dr. Shah comes to Washington state with more than 20 years of experience in the medical and public health fields, inspired by the cornerstone values of equity, innovation, and engagement.