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 >>
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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 start thinking about protection and //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 >>
5 Tips: Take Care of Your Mental Health This Holiday Season
The holidays can be a joyous, festive time, but for some they can bring added stress and loneliness. The Fairfax-Falls Church Community //READ MORE >>
Did You Get Your Flu Shot Yet? Make it a Priority!
You can tell by the number of empty desks at work and school – flu season is here. There are signs everywhere reminding you to get a //READ MORE >>
Hungry? Making Sure Your Restaurant Visits are Safe, as Well as Yummy
Feeling hungry? Fortunately in our county, there is no shortage of restaurant options – from fast food, to fast casual to sit //READ MORE >>
County Expands On-The-Scene Emergency Mental Health Services
If someone is suffering from a substance abuse crisis or a suicide attempt, it is critical that they receive mental health services as //READ MORE >>
6 Reasons to Dispose of Your Expired Prescription Medications
Why should you dispose of prescription medications? Six reasons: Unused or expired prescription medications are a public safety issue, //READ MORE >>
