Severe Lung Illness Associated with “Vaping"
Many states, including Virginia, have recently reported cases of severe respiratory illness among teenagers and young adults with a history of vaping (i.e., practice of inhaling and exhaling the vapor produced by an electronic cigarette or similar device). Find out more about these vaping-related illnesses and how to report them with the resources below.
Fight the Flu
Flu season is approaching, so we are encouraging everyone six months and older to receive their annual influenza vaccine now. Learn more about this and other ways to protect yourself and your family from the flu.
Food Safe & Septic Smart
Environmental Health Supervisor Kevin Crisler talks food safety and being septic smart on the County Conversation Podcast.
En español
Carla Paredes shares tips for fighting the flu on La Voz del Condado de Fairfax
Provider News
Get the latest health alerts and communicable disease and epidemiology news from the Health Department.
Adult Day Health Care
Len is a participant at Lewinsville Adult Day Health Care. Watch this video to learn about who he loves his days at the Center. Our Adult Day Health Care service offers excellent care, transportation and a sliding fee scale to adults who want to live their best life, despite having a physical or cognitive issue that prevents them from having complete independence. Come join us for lunch, meet Len, and see what we’re about.
Health Department News
Need a Flu Shot? Get One for Free on Saturday
Flu Season is Approaching - Time to Get Vaccinated
Health Department Issues Rabies Alert for Herndon Area
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This agency is a part of the Fairfax County Health & Human Services System (HHS). The HHS System is a network of county agencies and community partners that support the well-being of all who live, work and play in Fairfax County.
