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National Public Health Week is April 7-13. On Friday, April 11, Washington County Department of Health and Human Services will present the 12th Annual Public Health Recognition Awards.

Washington County Animal Services reviewed a recent incident where a dog was injured in Hillsboro and concluded that the responding officer followed a reasonable course of action given the specific circumstances at that particular time.

The deadline for public health award nominations has been extended to Friday, March 14.

Washington County Public Health, in collaboration with Multnomah County Emergency Management, is hosting a free health and emergency preparedness fair for the Latino community on Saturday, March 29.

Washington County's official statement, February 28, 2014

All Oregon middle school students are invited to enter art contest for Problem Gambling Awareness Month

Due to the winter weather, residents may see a delay in their garbage collection. Full details are available on county's website.

Public Invited to Tigard WIC Open House on January 21, 2014 - Press Release

Bonnie Hays Animal Shelter reduces adoption fees by 50 percent for older dogs and cats this holiday season

Public Invited to Join Community Conversation on Accessibility on December 13 at Virginia Garcia Wellness Center

Deadline to Become a Master Recycler Approaches. Register by December 18 at noon.

Entries are due on December 15 for this fun contest that benefits the shelter and the animals in its care.

Washington County Environmental Health reminds citizens that permits are required when providing food to the public.

Washington County has relocated its Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program in Tigard. The new office is located in the Hilltop Business Center, 7360 SW Hunziker Road, Suite 200.

Case of Measles Diagnosed in Local Resident - Information about possible exposure times and locations, measles symptoms, etc.

Enroll Now to Become a Master Recycler - Enrollment is underway for the 8-week series that starts in January 2014

Press Release - The Oregon Public Health Association (OPHA) has recognized Washington County Public Health Division Manager Kathleen O’Leary with its Lifetime Achievement Award.

Marni Storey will replace retiring Kathleen O'Leary as the public health division manager.

Washington County Announces Changes at Tigard Health Clinic - Press Release