Alexandria Health Department

05/29/2026

A raccoon that came into contact with a person and dog in the Potomac Yard neighborhood last week tested positive for rabies.

The person and dog are safe, and the raccoon was killed before being tested. Still, this rabid raccoon is a part of a bigger picture: rabies exists widely in wild animals around Virginia, and it’s always important to be safe.

Don’t approach wild animals, even if they look sick, and if you see an animal you think may have rabies, call Alexandria Animal Control at 703.746.4444.

05/26/2026

floss is boss...but don't flush it down the toilet!

05/18/2026

05/18/2026

All City of Alexandria government offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. For more information on how this closure affects City services, visit alexandriava.gov.

05/18/2026

Mental Health was the #1 voted health issue in Alexandria's most recent Community Health Assessment - and a priority area for our next Community Health Improvement Plan.

Join the City of Alexandria for this mental health and wellness event dedicated to LGBTQ+ young adults in our city.

Join us for community and connection at the LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health & Wellness Event on Thursday, May 21, from 7–9 p.m. at Patrick Henry Rec Center. Expert panels, local resources, and pizza for youth and families. Register by 11:59 p.m. tonight: bit.ly/4uC0X3i

05/07/2026

Happy Nurses Week!! 🩺❤️

AHD’s incredible nursing team are advocates, caregivers, supporters, listeners, and teachers for our clients. From Babycare to WIC to Tuberculosis care and Immunizations, they keep our specialty clinics going, and we’re so thankful for all they do!

PS - If you know a nurse looking for a new public health opportunity, AHD is hiring! Visit jobs.virginia.gov to browse opportunities!

05/05/2026

Copy of your birth certificate from AHD: $12

Not adding stress to mom’s life every time you need a copy: Priceless

For more information about vital records (birth certificates, death certificates, marriage and divorce certificates), visit www.alexandriava.gov/Health.

05/01/2026

🕛 WIC Hours are Changing!

Beginning May 11, WIC hours are changing to allow for some later appointment slots.

Questions? Call 703.746.4998. Please note, this is for WIC only - different AHD clinics have their own specialty hours.

04/20/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week!!

Alexandria's Medical Reserve Corps has some of the BEST volunteers in the game. Our volunteers are always stepping up to make our community healthier and more prepared for health emergencies - whether it be canvassing our community for health improvement plan efforts or training neighbors on skills like CPR.

We're always looking for more people to join MRC! Whether or not you have previous medical skills, we would love to have you on our team of public health heroes! Visit www.alexandriava.gov/MedicalReserveCorps to see how.