Updates from the Health Department
July 14, 2026
Cyclosporiasis cases are on the rise in some parts of the country. Most outbreaks of cyclosporiasis, an illness characterized by watery diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and low-grade fever, are linked to f...
July 10, 2026
Summer is here! Make the most of it with these six reminders for a healthy and safe summer.Fight the BiteMosquitoes and ticks can ruin outdoor fun. Their bites are more than annoying — sometimes they transmit diseases. West Nile virus and Lyme dise...
July 2, 2026
When outdoor temperatures reach dangerous levels, staying in air-conditioned spaces is the best way to stay cool. If you don’t have air conditioning, or if a power outage limits your access, there are still steps you can take to keep yourself cool ...
June 30, 2026
Seventy-six expecting and parenting young women celebrated an important milestone last week as they graduated from the Fairfax County Health Department's Stable Families, Thriving Futures (SFTF) program, marking the beginning of a promising new chapt...
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Parents: Get your child's immunizations up-to-date!
Ensuring children are up-to-date on their vaccinations helps provide immunity before they are exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases.
And remember, vaccination it important at all ages. Parents, grandparents, and caregivers, make sure you are up to date, too!