Health officials again warn to not get too lax after getting COVID-19 vaccine Health officials again warn to not get too lax after getting COVID-19 vaccine SEATTLE - The Washington State Department of Health said it is seeing a spike in COVID cases. While we’re seeing and hearing a lot about more people getting vaccinated, and we’re one week out from eligibility opening up to everyone in the state that’s 16 or older. Officials say during this time it’s still crucial to keep safety protocols in place-and remember the fight isn’t over. "It’s more of a mind game you know, you get it and you feel like you’re going to be okay, it’s not really you are-its just more of an 'I’m not as scared anymore,'" says Buddy Gilbert.