Updates from the Health Department
May 19, 2026
Heat Safety Week is May 18-22, 2026. This year, hot weather is expected to last through September. As the heat persists, so do the risks for heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and other health impacts. Hea...
May 7, 2026
Hurricane Preparedness Week is May 3-9The Fairfax Health District is reminding you that National Hurricane Preparedness Week is the perfect time to get ready for the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 through November 30. Hurricanes ca...
May 5, 2026
As climate-related hazards become more common and severe, our communities are facing longer and more intense pollen seasons, more pollution in the air, and wildfire smoke from faraway places. These changes can worsen air quality and affect our health...
May 6, 2026
Each May, the Fairfax County Health Department recognizes National Nurses Month as a celebration of the tremendous impact that public health nurses have on wellness and wellbeing across our communities. As part of the celebration, the Health Departm...
Wash Your Hands Often
Mosquito & Tick Bite Prevention
Health Dept. Strategic Plan
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!