Ways to Stay Informed about Coronavirus (COVID-19)
We know that coronavirus is on everyone’s mind right now, and we’re here to help you stay up-to-date on all of the latest news //READ MORE >>
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4 Things To Know About the 2019 Health and Human Services Needs Assessment
Understanding the way Fairfax County changes and grows is key to planning for our community’s future. The 2019 Health and Human Services //READ MORE >>
Vaping and Your Health: What You Need To Know
Although the full effect of vaping is not known, new research has linked serious lung disease among teenagers and young adults with a //READ MORE >>
Your Field Guide to Battle Mosquitoes
Don’t be mosquito meat this summer. Beat back the bloodsuckers by following this simple battle plan. Here’s a map to get started, //READ MORE >>
Your Field Guide to Battle Ticks
Tick-tock… According to mother nature’s clock, it is tick season again which means it is time to once again think about protection and //READ MORE >>
Avoid the Flu in 2019: 5 Steps You Should Take Now
’Tis the season – for flu. Flu epidemics occur in the U.S. every year, but unfortunately, it is not possible to predict what the //READ MORE >>
Jammed in the Sandwich Generation? What You Should Know
There are many of us in the county with school-age children who find ourselves also in the role of caregiver for a parent or another adult //READ MORE >>
How to Get Through Flu Season? Do the Bump!
According to our Health Department – and what you are probably seeing in your office, school and at home – there is widespread //READ MORE >>
10 Eateries Recognized for Outstanding Food Safety Practices
Our Health Department recently announced the 10 winners of its 14 Carrot Gold Food Safety Excellence Award. These award-winning food //READ MORE >>
It’s Bitter Cold Outside: 5 Things You Should Know
We didn’t get the large snow amounts many of our neighboring areas did, but we sure are experiencing the bitter cold temperatures! //READ MORE >>
