Fairfax County Health Department

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Do you know where your pill came from? Unless you got it from a pharmacy or your doctor, it could contain a deadly dose ...
04/29/2025

Do you know where your pill came from? Unless you got it from a pharmacy or your doctor, it could contain a deadly dose of fentanyl. Protect yourself and your friends by learning the facts at https://bit.ly/3NoAWCl.

There's just a few days left to order a free Virginia Department of Health do-it-yourself radon test kit. The kits are a...
04/28/2025

There's just a few days left to order a free Virginia Department of Health do-it-yourself radon test kit. The kits are available for a $4 shipping fee and are in limited supply. This offer ends April 30, 2025, or until the available supply runs out. Order your kit today: https://bit.ly/44AXJmN

This Infant Immunization Week, remember the best way to shield your baby from many preventable diseases is vaccines. Pro...
04/24/2025

This Infant Immunization Week, remember the best way to shield your baby from many preventable diseases is vaccines. Protection starts at birth and grows with your child.

Vaccines are safe, effective, and give your baby the strongest start in life: https://bit.ly/3GhZStt

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Our new “Detect and Protect” program offers free lead testing for common household items like spices...
04/23/2025

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Our new “Detect and Protect” program offers free lead testing for common household items like spices and cosmetics — available at select farmers markets this spring and summer, no appointment needed! Check event dates + learn more: https://bit.ly/4lxU0wq

Measles is highly contagious, but the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine is safe and highly effective -- two dose...
04/22/2025

Measles is highly contagious, but the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine is safe and highly effective -- two doses provide 97% protection!⁠

Measles can cause serious complications, especially for young children and those with weakened immune systems. Learn more about how to protect yourself here: https://bit.ly/3wgeQLG

A child in Northwest Virginia has tested positive for measles after international travel, according to the Virginia Depa...
04/21/2025

A child in Northwest Virginia has tested positive for measles after international travel, according to the Virginia Department of Health. VDH officials are working to identify potential exposures.

Potential exposure sites:
📍Kaiser Permanente Caton Hill (Woodbridge) – April 15, 10 AM–1:30 PM
📍Kaiser Permanente Fredericksburg – April 16, 12–5 PM

If you were at either location during the listed times or have questions about your risk or vaccination status, contact your healthcare provider or local health department. More info: https://bit.ly/4isCh6K

Summer is almost here — but speech and language progress doesn’t have to take a vacation! The Fairfax County Health Depa...
04/19/2025

Summer is almost here — but speech and language progress doesn’t have to take a vacation! The Fairfax County Health Department’s Summer Speech Therapy Program is now open for registration: https://bit.ly/42DiQDC

Has your child received a dyslexia diagnosis? The Fairfax County Health Department’s R.I.S.E. Summer Program offers pers...
04/18/2025

Has your child received a dyslexia diagnosis? The Fairfax County Health Department’s R.I.S.E. Summer Program offers personalized reading support for kids ages 5–21. Led by certified speech-language pathologists, R.I.S.E. helps build reading skills, confidence, and school success — all in a supportive, individualized setting.

Call 703-246-7120 or visit our website to learn more and sign up: https://bit.ly/4cHexL9

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Our new “Detect and Protect” program offers free lead testing for common household items like spices...
04/16/2025

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Our new “Detect and Protect” program offers free lead testing for common household items like spices, cosmetics, and toys — available at select farmers markets this spring and summer, no appointment needed! Check event dates + learn more: https://bit.ly/4lxU0wq

Planning to travel now that the weather is warming up? Don't bring home more than souvenirs! Bug bites can spread diseas...
04/15/2025

Planning to travel now that the weather is warming up? Don't bring home more than souvenirs! Bug bites can spread diseases like Oropouche and Dengue — both are active in parts of Central and South America, and some U.S. territories. Stay safe, stay informed: https://bit.ly/4cyhy09

Fairfax Health District’s Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) program has been awarded the 2025 Virginia EPIC Engage Award — a s...
04/14/2025

Fairfax Health District’s Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) program has been awarded the 2025 Virginia EPIC Engage Award — a statewide recognition that celebrates excellence and innovation in volunteer engagement. Learn more: https://bit.ly/408HcnL

Seventy-four Public Health Youth Ambassadors from Justice and Mount Vernon high schools spent a day at Inova Fairfax Hos...
04/13/2025

Seventy-four Public Health Youth Ambassadors from Justice and Mount Vernon high schools spent a day at Inova Fairfax Hospital, diving into hands-on experiences, exploring cutting-edge medical tech, and connecting with healthcare professionals — all thanks to the Dream B!G program!

From sim labs to stethoscopes, our ambassadors got a front-row look at the many paths a healthcare career can take. Learn more about the Health Department's Public Health Youth Ambassador program: https://bit.ly/3FYDZiW

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10777 Main Street
Fairfax, VA
22030

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17032462411

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