Fiction From the Equator
Fiction From the Equator Keep on the sunny side with fiction from equatorial countries. These novels are written by authors from South America, Africa, and island nations in between.
Arctic Fiction for Dark Days
Arctic Fiction for Dark Days These novels are by authors who live in the coldest, darkest places: countries that touch the Arctic Circle.
Sub-Zero Nonfiction
Sub-Zero Nonfiction These exciting nonfiction books are about life, death and adventure on the coldest continent: Antarctica.
New Memoir Fall 2023
New Memoir Fall 2023 Fall offers a bumper crop of interesting memoirs for readers. From celebrities to names that are less well known, read on to explore these recently published picks.
Ep 40: Open Book Recap and Shush with Debi
Listen to folks at our Open Book Festival and get a glimpse at the man behind the microphone as we share an excerpt from Puyallup Public Library’s podcast, Shush!…with Debi in which Debi turns the tables on me and interviews me at the Deming Library. Open Book webpage Shush!…with Debi: The Library Podcast Puyallup Public … Read more
Find Flu Vaccines
https://www.vaccines.gov/find-vaccines/ Influenza (flu) vaccines cause antibodies to develop in the body about two weeks after vaccination. These antibodies provide protection against infection with the flu viruses that are used to make vaccine. The seasonal flu vaccine protects against the influenza viruses that research suggests will be most common during the upcoming season. Find and schedule … Read more
Influenza (Flu) Resources
https://www.whatcomcounty.us/3208/Influenza-Flu The flu is more than just a bad cold. Influenza, also known as the flu, is a contagious and sometimes severe disease caused by viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. Influenza can cause anything from mild symptoms to severe illness that can result in hospitalization or death. The best way … Read more
Flu Activity – WA State Department of Health
https://doh.wa.gov/you-and-your-family/illness-and-disease-z/flu/flu-activity The flu is a disease that infects the nose, throat, and lungs. It can cause moderate to severe illness, including death. Find local information about:
Narcan Leave Behind Program
https://www.whatcomcounty.us/4251/Narcan-Leave-Behind-Program Whatcom County Emergency Medical Services is proud to continue the Narcan Leave Behind Program. This program provides Narcan Kits to those At-Risk individuals, an involved bystander, or family that are At-Risk of opioid related overdose. Narcan is a medication that can save lives by reversing the effects of an opioid overdose. Narcan Kits: The … Read more
Needles and Sharps Disposal in Whatcom County
https://www.whatcomcounty.us/3303/Needles-Sharps-Disposal 360-778-6000 Used needles, syringes, or other sharps pose a danger because they can potentially spread diseases like hepatitis or HIV. We provide needle clean-up kits for businesses or community groups who want to clean up and safely dispose of used needles found on private or public property. You can get rid of used sharps … Read more