Skagit County Public Health

10/16/2026

Are you looking for trustworthy resources to nurture your child's growth and support you on your parenting journey? Sign up to receive free, helpful messages tailored to your child's specific age, ensuring a bright start for them.

Enroll by texting SKAGIT to 274 448 or visiting https://mylantern.org/families/. There is no cost to enroll, data and message rates may apply. Message frequency varies.

10/14/2026

Need a birth or death certificate? Skagit County Public Health's Vital Statistics team is here to help.

We provide:
✔️ Certified birth certificates
✔️ Certified death certificates
✔️ Non-certified informational copies

Before you visit, be sure to check what identification and documentation you'll need to bring so your request can be processed as quickly as possible.

Learn more about eligibility, fees, office hours, and required documents on our website: www.skagitcountywa.gov/services/applications-licenses-and-permits/birth-certificates/

Please note, we cannot process orders for birth or death records created in another state.

10/12/2026

Here is a snapshot of our Housing Instability Insights report for September 2026. As a reminder, in collaboration with VOA Western Washington, we provide a monthly snapshot of coordinated entry trends to help us understand how our homeless response system is working.

To read this month's full report, visit https://www.skagitcountywa.gov/services/public-health/community-services/housing-and-homelessness/

10/09/2026

Neil and Astha, two of our Skagit County Public Health staff, recently shared some of the great work happening in our community at the Washington State Association of Local Public Health Officials (WSALPHO) Fall Committee Convening.

Their presentation highlighted how we’re putting local data into action. From tracking overdose trends and understanding community needs to informing local response, data can help turn what we learn into meaningful action.

We’re proud of our staff and the work they do to support the health of our community!

10/07/2026

Need septic maintenance or repairs? Financial assistance may be available!

Skagit County Public Health offers rebates and vouchers to help eligible residents with the cost of septic system maintenance and repairs.

You may qualify for a rebate of up to $500 for things like septic inspections, pumping, riser installation, lid replacement or certain minor repairs. Low-income residents who demonstrate financial need may also qualify for a voucher to help with inspection, pumping or minor repairs.

Do you qualify for a rebate or voucher? Check out the graphic to see which program may be right for you, then visit our website for eligibility requirements and how to apply at www.skagitcountywa.gov/septic.

10/06/2026

We’re excited to launch a new and improved website designed to make it easier to find the information, services, and resources you need!

Check out the new site: www.skagitcountywa.gov

The new site is mobile-friendly, easier to search, meets accessibility standards, and organized with you in mind.

A few features to check out:
🔍Updated search to help you find what you’re looking for
🔍“How Do I?” to help you quickly find answers and services

We also have a new website address! Our old address, skagitcounty.net, will continue to automatically route you to the new site, so you can still get where you need to go.

As with any new website, we know there will be some things to fine-tune and we’d love your feedback. Please send suggestions or report an issue to [email protected].

We’re excited to launch a new and improved website designed to make it easier to find the information, services and resources you need!

Check out the new site: www.skagitcountywa.gov

The new site is mobile-friendly, easier to search, meets accessibility standards, and organized with you in mind.

A few features to check out:
🔍Updated search to help you find what you’re looking for
🔍“How Do I?” to help you quickly find answers and services

We also have a new website address! Our old address, skagitcounty.net, will continue to automatically route you to the new site, so you can still get where you need to go.

As with any new website, we know there will be some things to fine-tune and we’d love your feedback. Please send suggestions or report an issue to [email protected].

10/03/2026

We want your feedback! Skagit County Public Health is proposing changes to its Schedule of Charges that would take effect January 1, 2027.

Proposed changes include fee increases for select Environmental Health services, including Retail Food Safety, On-Site Sewage, and Drinking Water. Updates to charges associated with processing Vital Records are also proposed.

Learn more, review the proposed changes, and find out how to share your feedback: www.skagitcountywa.gov/eh. Comments will be accepted until October 5, 2026.

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10/01/2026

Now is the time to protect yourself for the fall and winter virus season!

Updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines are now available at local pharmacies and other vaccine providers. Getting vaccinated can help protect you and those around you as we head into the season.

Find a vaccine provider near you at www.vaccines.gov/en.

Need help finding a vaccine clinic or scheduling an appointment? Call Skagit County Public Health at (360) 416-1500 for assistance.

09/28/2026

⚠️ The FDA has recalled four types of raw milk cheese sold under the Sierra Nevada Graziers brand after the products were linked to an E. coli outbreak. The recalled cheeses include medium cheddar, sharp cheddar, jalapeño jack and Monterey jack, sold in 8-oz. and 16-oz. packages.

The products may have been distributed in Washington through co-ops, grocery stores and restaurants. No cases have been reported in Washington at this time, but the investigation is ongoing.

✅ Check your refrigerator and freezer. If you have recalled cheese, throw it away. If you're unsure whether your cheese is included in the recall, throw it away.

E. coli symptoms can include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, nausea, fever and vomiting. Symptoms can appear up to nine days after eating contaminated food. If you develop symptoms, contact your health care provider.

Learn more about the recall: https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-e-coli-o26h11-raw-milk-cheese-september-2026

E. coli Outbreak: 13 people sick in 9 states with 8 hospitalized. Over half of the illnesses are in children age 5 or younger. Do not eat recalled raw milk cheeses sold by Sierra Neveda Cheese Company. All Graizers raw milk cheeses were recalled. See full details:
https://www.cdc.gov/ecoli/outbreaks/raw-milk-cheese-09-26/index.html

09/28/2026

It’s Food Waste Prevention Week! Food takes a lot of resources to grow, produce, transport and prepare. When we waste less food, we make better use of those resources, save money, and help our communities and environment.

Looking for ways to get involved? Check out the calendar for food waste prevention events around Skagit County, including trivia, a cooking demonstration and tasting, Bread to B**r, and more: https://extension.wsu.edu/skagit/food-and-health/fam-old/.

You can also visit Save the Food at savethefood.com for practical tips and tools, including recipes, food storage tips, meal-planning tools and ideas for using the food you already have.