Loudoun County Health Department

03/23/2023

? 💧 Homeowners with a well, cistern, or spring should regularly test their water quality, maintain the water system, and address any problems 💧 If you have a well, check out some upcoming opportunities for household water quality testing in County: bit.ly/3JQxzlr

¿Sabias? 💧 Los dueños de casas con un pozo, cisterna o manantial deben analizar periódicamente su calidad del agua, mantener el sistema de agua y abordar cualquier problema. Hay oportunidades actuales para realizar pruebas de calidad del agua en tu pozo en Loudoun: bit.ly/3JQxzlr 💧

03/23/2023

Wishing our awesome four-legged colleagues over at Loudoun County Fire and Rescue a very happy ! 🐶

03/22/2023

💧Hoy celebramos El 💧

Según una antigua fábula, una colibrí transportaba gotas de agua para extinguir un gran incendio. Ella estaba aportando su granito de arena y, al igual que ella, tus acciones, por pequeñas que sean, hacen una diferencia:
🚿 Toma duchas más cortas
🚰 Cierra el grifo
🏞 Limpia ríos, lagos o playas cercanos

Inspírate en las ideas de accion ➡️ unwater.org/bethechange

03/22/2023

💧 Today is 💧

In the ancient story of the hummingbird, she carries drops of water to put out a great fire. She was doing everything she could. Like the hummingbird, your actions, no matter how small, can make a difference:
🚿 Take shorter showers
🚰 Turn off the tap
🏞 Clean up your local river, lake or beach

Get more ideas ➡️ unwater.org/bethechange

03/22/2023

Need a boost? We’ve got you covered! Stop by for a FREE COVID booster at the Lovettsville Community Center on Tuesday, March 28 from 3:00-5:00 PM. For people ages 5 and above.
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¿Necesitas tu refuerzo de COVID? Pase por el centro comunitario de Lovettsville para obtener un refuerzo GRATUITO el martes 28 de marzo de la 3:00 hasta 5:00 PM. Para personas de 5 años en adelante.

03/21/2023

Need a boost? Or a book? We’ve got you covered! Stop by for a FREE COVID booster and check out some books at the Ashburn Library on Saturday, March 25 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Boosters offered for people ages 5 and above.
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¿Necesitas tu refuerzo de COVID? Pase por la Biblioteca Ashburn para obtener un refuerzo GRATUITO el sábado 25 de marzo de la 10:00 AM hasta 2:00 PM. Para personas de 5 años en adelante.

03/21/2023

is one of the most common cancers among men and women, but it can be prevented with routine screening. Schedule your screening today!
▶️ Learn more from Meryl Streep: youtube.com/watch?v=I5is2eaItEg

El cáncer colorrectal es uno de los cánceres más comunes entre hombres y mujeres, pero se puede prevenir con exámenes de rutina. Hazte una prueba de detección hoy!
▶️ youtube.com/watch?v=kfU8dI-ooMA

03/19/2023

Need a boost? Or a book? We’ve got you covered! Stop by for a FREE COVID booster and check out some books at the Ashburn Library on Saturday, March 25 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. For people ages 5 and above.

¿Necesitas tu refuerzo de COVID? ¿O un libro? Pase por La Biblioteca Ashburn para obtener un refuerzo GRATUITO el sábado 25 de marzo de la 10:00 AM hasta 2:00 PM. Para personas de 5 años en adelante.

03/17/2023

We're currently hiring for several positions. Learn more and apply online at bit.ly/3FbaW8q.

🔷 WIC Lactation Outreach Assistant (closes 3/24/2023)
🔷 HR Generalist I (closes 3/30/2023)
🔷 Population Health Division Manager (closes 3/31/2023)
🔷 Public Health Deputy/ Medical Director (open until filled)

03/17/2023

🔔🗓 See you in Purcellville tomorrow (3/18) at the Loudoun Valley Community Center - LVCC for FREE updated COVID boosters!

🔔🗓 ¡Nos vemos en Purcellville mañana (3/18) para obtener refuerzos de COVID actualizados y GRATIS!

03/16/2023

To help save money and reduce food waste, plan your meals and snacks and make a grocery list before heading to the store! For more tips for shopping healthy on a budget ➡️ sm.eatright.org/shopbudget
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Consejo: planifica tus comidas y snacks - haz una lista de compras antes de ir a la tienda en que puedes ahorrar dinero. Sigue el enlace arriba para más ideas de compras saludables y como ahorrar dinero.

03/16/2023

Come for a story and stay to play outside at Lyndora Park in Ashburn!
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¡Ven por un cuento y quédate a jugar afuera en el Parque de Lyndora en Ashburn! Hasta el 27 de marzo, habrá un sendero con un cuento infantil para leer con tu familia a lo largo de la caminata y un lugar donde puede jugar en la naturaleza.

Our March StoryWalk/Nature Play area is up at Lyndora Park in Ashburn (43624 Lucketts Bridge Cir, Ashburn, VA 20148) Go check it out between now and March 27th!

Thank you Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy, Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services, and Loudoun County Public Library for your support on this great initiative!

03/15/2023

Getting screened for colorectal cancer may not sound pleasant, but it can prevent cancer. There are several screening test options; some you can even do from home. Talk to your doctor to decide which is best for you.

Hacerse una prueba de detección del cáncer colorrectal tal vez no suena agradable, pero puede prevenir el cáncer. Hay varias opciones de pruebas de detección; algunas incluso se puede hacer en casa. Habla con tu médico para decidir cuál es el mejor para ti.

➡ cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/basic_info/screening/tests.htm

03/14/2023

Need a boost? We’ve got you covered! Stop by the Loudoun Valley Community Center - LVCC for a FREE COVID booster on Saturday, March 18 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. For people ages 5 and above.

¿Necesitas tu refuerzo de COVID? Pase por el centro comunitario Loudoun Valley para obtener un refuerzo GRATUITO el sábado 18 de marzo de 10:00 AM hasta 2:00 PM. Para personas de 5 años en adelante.

03/14/2023

Join us this afternoon (Tuesday 3/14)!

03/10/2023

We're currently hiring for several positions. Learn more and apply online at bit.ly/3FbaW8q.

🔷 Budget Program Manager II (closing date: 3/10/2023)
🔷 Environmental Health Program Manager (closing date: 3/16/2023)
🔷 Public Health Deputy/ Medical Director (open until filled)

03/09/2023

Here’s one plant-based recipe to try out! Cheesy Chickpea and Broccoli Bake Recipe: bit.ly/eatright-recipe 🧀🥦

03/09/2023

Eat with the environment in mind by getting creative with plant-based recipes and trying new foods! Here's a few healthful vegetarian meal ideas: sm.eatright.org/vegmealideas

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03/09/2023

Eat with the environment in mind by getting creative with plant-based recipes and trying new foods! Here's a few healthful vegetarian meal ideas: sm.eatright.org/vegmealideas

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Cuando comas, piensa en el medioambiente. Sé creativo con recetas llenas de verduras y prueba comidas nuevas. El enlace arriba tiene algunas ideas para comidas vegetarianas saludables.

03/08/2023

Need a boost? We’ve got you covered! Stop by the Douglass Community Center for a FREE COVID booster on Tuesday, March 14 from 12:00-2:00 PM. For people ages 5 and above.

¿Necesitas tu refuerzo de COVID? Pase por el centro comunitario Douglass para obtener un refuerzo GRATUITO el martes 14 de marzo del mediodía hasta 2:00 PM. Para personas de 5 años en adelante.

03/07/2023

If you’re 45 or older, it’s time to talk to your doctor about screening. Your options might surprise you!
➡ cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/basic_info/screening/tests.htm

Si tienes 45 años o más, es hora de hablar con tu médico sobre la detección de cáncer colorrectal. ¡Tus opciones pueden sorprenderte!
➡ cdc.gov/spanish/cancer/colorectal/basic_info/screening/tests.htm

03/03/2023

🍗 It's 🍗
🎉 Happy Friday to all / feliz viernes a todos! 🎉

Shopping for fresh chicken? Here are some Food Safe shopping tips to keep in mind:
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¿De compras para pollo fresco? Aquí hay algunos consejos de compra seguros para tener en cuenta:

• Asegúrese de que el paquete esté frío y no roto
• Colocar en bolsas de plástico
• Mantener separado de otros artículos en el carrito
• Cómpralo al final

03/03/2023

Free trainings in March on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Mental Health First Aid, and Opioid Overdose Reversal!

Register today for one of County's March mental health education and substance abuse prevention programs. The trainings are free! Details here: http://bit.ly/41yoXXt

03/02/2023

Loudoun County is in Zones 6B and 7A. Some veggies to plant in March include asparagus, beets, carrots, Swiss chard, collards, kale, peas, potatoes, radishes, spinach, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and lettuce.
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Loudoun se encuentra en la Zona 6B y 7A. Algunas verduras para sembrar en marzo incluyen espárrago, remolacha, zanahoria, acelgas, collards, kale, arvejas, papa, rábano, espinacas, brócoli, repollo, coliflor y lechuga.

It's March, which means it's time to think about gardening in some parts of Virginia!

ℹ️ Check out the entire Home Gardening Vegetable Planting Guide for more detailed information: bit.ly/SPES426_331

03/01/2023

Preparing food at home can be good for you and the environment! Enjoy meals with friends and family and add some variety by trying new flavors and foods from around the world: sm.eatright.org/globalbrkfst
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在家準備食物對你和環境都有好處!與朋友和家人一起享受美食，用來自世界各地的新口味和食物增加一些多樣性
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Chuẩn bị bữa ăn tại nhà có thể tốt cho quý vị và môi trường! Thưởng thức bữa ăn với gia đình và bạn bè và bổ sung thực phẩm đa dạng với nhiều hương vị và món ăn từ khắp thế giới

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03/01/2023

Preparing food at home can be good for you and the environment! Enjoy meals with friends and family and add some variety by trying new flavors and foods from around the world: sm.eatright.org/globalbrkfst
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يمكن أن يكون تحضير الطعام في المنزل مفيدًا لك وللبيئة! استمتع بوجبات الطعام مع الأصدقاء والعائلة وأضف بعض التنوع مع النكهات والأطعمة الجديدة من جميع أنحاء العالم
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घर पर खाना बनाना आपके और पर्यावरण के लिये अच्छा हो सकता है! मित्रों और परिवार के साथ भोजन का आनंद लें और दुनिया भर के नये स्वादों और खाद्य पदार्थों के साथ कुछ विविधतायें जोड़ें
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03/01/2023

Preparing food at home can be good for you and the environment! Enjoy meals with friends and family and add some variety by trying new flavors and foods from around the world: sm.eatright.org/globalbrkfst
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¡Preparar la comida en casa puede ser bueno para ti y para el medioambiente! Disfruta las comidas con amigos y familia y agrégales cierta variedad con nuevos sabores y alimentos de diferentes partes del mundo.

03/01/2023

February is Heart Month. Show your heart some love and try yoga or meditation to reduce stress.

02/27/2023

❤️ February is Heart Month ❤️
Show your heart some love by preparing tasty, nutritious meals with loved ones. This , try out some delicious new recipes to keep healthy.

❤️ Febrero es el Mes del Corazón ❤️
Muéstrale a tu corazón un poco de amor preparando comidas sabrosas y nutritivas con tus seres queridos. En este mes del corazón, prueba algunas deliciosas recetas nuevas para mantenerte saludable.

➡️ healthyeating.nhlbi.nih.gov

02/26/2023

Las vacunas COVID-19 están disponibles para niños de seis meses en adelante. Encuentra citas disponibles cerca de ti ➡️ vaccines.gov. Para vacunas y refuerzos COVID para chiquitos:

1️⃣ Consulte con tu pediatra
2️⃣ Consulte con farmacias (3 años en adelante)
3️⃣ Llama nuestra clínica al 703-777-0236

➡️ Encuentra más detalles sobre vacunas y refuerzos para niños pequeños en el condado de Loudoun: bit.ly/3ZgBdtp

02/26/2023

COVID-19 vaccines are available for children six months and older. Find available appointments near you ➡️ vaccines.gov. For COVID vaccinations and boosters for younger children:

1️⃣ Check with your pediatrician
2️⃣ Check with pharmacies (3 years and up)
3️⃣ Call our clinic at 703-777-0236

➡️ Find more details on vaccines and boosters for younger children in Loudoun County: bit.ly/3ZgBdtp

02/24/2023

Reminder: we'll be offering free COVID boosters at Rust Library tomorrow (2/25). Get boosted and return your library books at the same time!

Recordatorio: ofreceremos refuerzos COVID gratuitos en la Biblioteca Rust mañana (25 de febrero). ¡Recibe tu refuerzo y devuelve tus libros al mismo tiempo!

02/24/2023

We’re hiring a full-time Executive Assistant. Learn more about the position and apply online ➡ bit.ly/loudoun-exec-assistant.

02/23/2023

We're hiring a wage Office Services Specialist. Learn more about the position and apply online ➡ bit.ly/loudoun-wage-OSS

02/22/2023

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Not feeling like yourself? Let’s talk about it. Call or text 1-833-9-HELP4MOMS (1-833-943-5746) for free, confidential, 24/7 available emotional support and resources http://ow.ly/I6Ll50MIv0E

02/22/2023

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Happy National Love Your Pet Day! 🐶🐱💗

Here's a reminder to create an emergency plan and kit for your pet. If local officials ask you to evacuate, that means your pet should evacuate too.

🐾 ready.gov/pets

02/21/2023

Join us for COVID boosters + books at Gum Spring Library!
¡Esperamos verte allí!

02/19/2023

If you’re concerned about your relationship, or if you have questions about healthy dating, has a 24/7 hotline.

☎️ Call: 1-866-331-9474
☎️ TTY: 1-800-787-32245
📱 Text: LOVEIS to 22522
💻 Chat: loveisrespect.org

Free and confidential support for anyone in the U.S.

02/18/2023

February is American Heart Month. Did you know that when you don’t regularly get enough sleep, it can raise your risk of high blood pressure? Show your heart some love this ! How can you get 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night?

Febrero es el Mes del Corazón. ¿Sabías que cuando no duermes lo suficiente regularmente, puedes aumentar tu riesgo de presión arterial alta? ¡Muéstrale a tu corazón un poco de amor este mes del corazón! ¿Cómo puedes dormir de 7 a 9 horas por noche?

➡️ nhlbi.nih.gov/heartmonth