Find answers to frequently asked questions below. You also can visit the Fairfax County Health Department Services page to get to more information about services, including contact information.
Birth and Death Certificates
No appointments are needed. Please visit one of the four Vital Records locations on Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. to obtain certificates. The cost for each copy is $12 payable by cash, check, or credit card.
Yes, the state of Virginia and many other states offer vital records through VitalChek.
The Virginia Department of Health lists ID requirements on its Vital Records website.
Certified copies of Virginia birth and death records are available for purchase through Fairfax County Health Department at four locations: Joseph Willard Health Center, Annandale District Office, Herndon-Reston District Office and Mount Vernon District Office.
Certified copies of all Virginia vital records (birth, death, marriage and divorce) are also available for purchase by:
- Applying via mail, in person, online and rush through the Virginia Department of Health Vital Records.
- Applying in person through all full-service Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) locations, which include DMV customer service centers and DMV 2 Go mobile offices.
If you need to get a copy of your birth certificate quickly, ask about getting expedited service or shipping when you place your order, or visit VitalChek.
For a certified copy of your birth, death, marriage or divorce certificate, contact the vital records office in the state or county where you were born for instructions on how to request a copy and get information on any fees.
Please visit the Office of the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Authentications web page for more information.
Visit the Virginia Department of Health’s Vital Records Frequently Asked Questions web page.
Health Services
Finding and Qualifying for Health Care
Neighborhood Health and HealthWorks for Northern Virginia are federally qualified health centers that provide primary medical, dental and behavioral health services to low-income individuals and families. People with Medicaid, Medicare or private insurance are also welcome. You can contact a location near you to make an appointment.
HealthWorks (North County/Reston): 703-689-2180
HealthWorks (Herndon): 703-481-8160
Neighborhood Health (Merrifield): 703-237-3446
Neighborhood Health (South County/Alexandria): 703-704-5333
You can also contact Coordinated Services Planning (CSP). CSP provides information and referrals to other community health care facilities (703) 222-0880.
Appointments for various services can be made by calling one of our District Offices:
Annandale District Office: 703-534-8343
Herndon-Reston District Office: 703-481-4242
Joseph Willard Health Center (Fairfax): 703-246-7100
Mount Vernon District Office: 703-704-5203
Springfield District Office: 703-569-1031
Health Service Fees and Insurance Coverage
Health Department fees are based on the services received. This is determined at the time of your scheduled appointment.
In some cases, the fee for service is based on a sliding fee scale (e.g., Adult Day Health Care services, sexually transmitted infection clinic services).
For a list of immunizations fees, please see the Fairfax County Health Department International Travel Immunizations page.
Please contact your Health Insurance Provider regarding service coverage. The Health Department is considered an out of network provider, with the exception of the flu vaccine for Medicare recipients.
Immunization and Vaccination Services
If you received immunizations from the Fairfax County Health Department, please contact your District Office to get a copy of your record. Fees may apply.
For immunizations received outside of the Fairfax County Health Department, please contact the provider who administered the vaccines.
Please contact your District Office and administrative personnel can search our database to see if you have any documented vaccines given by the Fairfax County Health Department.
Annandale District Office: 703-534-8343
Herndon-Reston District Office: 703-481-4242
Joseph Willard Health Center (Fairfax): 703-246-7100
Mount Vernon District Office: 703-704-5203
Springfield District Office: 703-569-1031
If you received immunizations from the Fairfax County Health Department, please contact your District Office to obtain a copy of your record or make an appointment to discuss your child’s immunization status with a Public Health Nurse. Fees may apply.
Please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Immunization Schedule for additional information.
Please visit our International Travel Immunizations page for this information.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers a comprehensive Travelers' Health website that identifies the recommended/required vaccines for individuals based on their travel itinerary.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers a comprehensive Travelers' Health website that identifies the recommended/required vaccines for individuals based on their travel itinerary.
Currently, the yellow fever vaccine is only available by appointment at the Joseph Willard Health Center.
A single primary dose of yellow fever vaccine provides long-lasting protection and is adequate for most travelers. An additional dose of yellow fever vaccine is recommended for certain travelers. Please call the Joseph Willard Health Center to ask if a booster is needed in your case.
Fairfax County Health Department District Offices provide clients a yellow travel booklet at the time they receive their vaccines.
Limited Shingles vaccine is available through the Health Department for adults who meet specific income and medical criteria. For more information contact your Fairfax County Health Department District Office.
Annandale District Office: 703-534-8343
Herndon-Reston District Office: 703-481-4242
Joseph Willard Health Center (Fairfax): 703-246-7100
Mount Vernon District Office: 703-704-5203
Springfield District Office: 703-569-1031
You may also use this vaccine finder for list of providers.
Mental Health Services
The Community Services Board (CSB) offers counseling, medication, crisis response and other services for people of all ages with mental health conditions.
CSB Mental Health Intake: 703-559-3000
CSB Emergency Mental Health Services 24/7: 703-573-5679
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Services
Currently the Fairfax County Health Department does not have online appointment scheduling. Please call a District Office to schedule an appointment.
Annandale District Office: 703-534-8343
Herndon-Reston District Office: 703-481-4242
Joseph Willard Health Center (Fairfax): 703-246-7100
Mount Vernon District Office: 703-704-5203
Springfield District Office: 703-569-1031
Testing for specific STIs is determined during a scheduled clinic visit. Please visit Fairfax County Health Department's STI page for more information.
The cost of the exam and testing is based on the services received. This is determined at the time of your scheduled appointment.
Services are also provided on a sliding fee scale so charges will be based on income.
Clients are given a phone number, date and time to call back after clinic to get their test results. If our clinic receives a positive test result for a client before the designated “call-back” time we will call the client directly.
Tuberculosis (TB) Services
The Health Department uses a blood test called the QuantiFERON® TB test (QFT) for everyone ages 2 years and older. The cost is $49.50; however, in most cases there is no charge if the test is for kindergarten through grade 12 school entry. The QFT requires a single visit to a Health Department clinic.
Please contact your local Fairfax County Health Department District Office to ask about the current fee and to schedule an appointment for this service.
Annandale District Office: 703-534-8343
Herndon-Reston District Office: 703-481-4242
Joseph Willard Health Center (Fairfax): 703-246-7100
Mount Vernon District Office: 703-704-5203
Springfield District Office: 703-569-1031
Please contact your local Fairfax County Health Department District Office to schedule an appointment for this service. Please bring any documents your employer has given you. Fees may apply. A certificate will be given to you at the completion of a risk screen and/or a QuantiFERON® TB test (QFT).
Annandale District Office: 703-534-8343
Herndon-Reston District Office: 703-481-4242
Joseph Willard Health Center (Fairfax): 703-246-7100
Mount Vernon District Office: 703-704-5203
Springfield District Office: 703-569-1031
Jobs and Internships
Please contact our Internship Coordinator at HDinternships@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Jobs available at the Health Department vary and postings occur as positions become available. You may find employment opportunities on the Fairfax County Government website. Visit the link to view current postings of available positions.