The King County executive's office says "most" of its health clinics are at risk of closing in 2025 due to budget issues, unless significant additional funding is secured. Executive Dow Constantine and King County council members are searching for solutions as healthcare workers' unions launch a petition to raise awareness and seek action. The Public Health - Seattle & King County clinics at risk offer primary care, maternal and children's health services, health care for people experiencing homelessness and dental care for around 80,000 patients. Advocates say more than 60% of patients identify as Black, Indigenous or people of color; 40% speak a language other than English, and a substantial population are uninsured or homeless. Read more: https://www.king5.com/article/news/health/king-county-public-health-clinics-face-closure-2025/281-e8042145-01d3-41c7-a8dc-1029d6d5c416