Loudoun County Health Department

08/31/2026

Staff from the County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services (MHSADS) will take part in the second annual International Overdose Awareness Day candlelight vigil on Monday, August 31, 7:00 p.m., at the Charles Hamilton Courthouse in Leesburg to provide information about local services and resources, as well as free naloxone nasal spray while supplies last.

Can’t make it? Complete Loudoun's free, online Rapid REVIVE! training in as little as six minutes and receive free naloxone spray: loudoun.gov/REVIVE.

08/28/2026

What do soccer players and tick safety experts have in common? You can see both at the Loudoun Soccer Fall Festival this weekend! ⚽

Stop by our tent to say hello, pick up some free goodies, and learn more about how to stay safe from ticks while enjoying time on the field.

🍁 Fall Festival 2026 is TOMORROW! 🍁

Bring the whole family to Loudoun Soccer Park tomorrow from 8 AM - 4 PM. Watch Rec 1 soccer matches, enjoy inflatables and games, and connect with our community partners - plus plenty more fun throughout the day!

08/25/2026

Even though vaccines are only required by law in for cats and dogs, they're actually recommended for a variety of critters. Other domestic animals, such as ferrets and certain livestock, should also be vaccinated against this deadly disease.

Check out more rabies prevention tips you can follow to keep all your furry friends safe: loudoun.gov/rabies

Video description: A variety of paws and hooves of animals are "raising their hands" in response to the prompt "Raise your paw (or hoof) if you need a rabies vaccine!"

08/25/2026

The "red meat allergy" you've been hearing about? It's a real thing!

The allergy is actually to a molecule called alpha-gal, which is why it is officially known as Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS). Alpha-gal is present in most mammals besides humans. When a tick bites a person, it can transfer alpha-gal into the blood, triggering an immune response.

AGS is most often linked to the lone star tick, which is found in . The best way to protect yourself is to prevent tick bites. Learn more about tick safety at loudoun.gov/lyme.

08/21/2026

Happy ! We want to remind senior citizens of the importance of preventive care. Talk with your healthcare provider about recommended screenings and immunizations.

If you don’t have a regular healthcare provider, we can assist you: loudoun.gov/health

Video description: A senior-citizen couple dressed for the beach, and senior citizens speaking to medical professionals.

08/20/2026

As continues, please know wellness isn't about being perfect, it's about making healthy choices for your life.

For the remainder of the month and year, try one new healthy habit:
• Take a daily walk
• Add an extra serving of fruits or vegetables to your daily meals
• Drink more water
• Aim for 7–9 hours of sleep
• Schedule a preventive health appointment

Small changes can make a big difference over time. Learn about all the resources offers to help support your wellness journey: loudoun.gov

08/17/2026

seniors, this one is for you! Get your FREE tick kit while you learn about Lyme disease and tick safety tips from our knowledgeable staff at the Lovettsville Community Center on Thursday, August 20, from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Kits include tweezers and tick identification cards, and are available while supplies last.

Can't make it? Find information about tick safety and prevention anytime at loudoun.gov/lyme.

We hope you will join us on Thursday, August 20 from 10am to 11am for our Social Seniors program (ages 55+)! The Health Department will share tips for preventing tick bites, how to safely remove a tick, and the signs and symptoms of Lyme disease. Q&A will follow. Attendees will receive a free tick kit while supplies last. Each kit includes tweezers, and tick identification cards.

08/14/2026

If you wouldn't ride a motorcycle without a helmet, don't ride an e-bike without one either! According to the CDC, e-bikes are on the same level as motorcycles when it comes to injuries and accidents. Many serious head injuries are preventable when riders wear helmets.

Check out the proactive program launched by our friends at Loudoun County Sheriff's Office to help educate the community about even more e-bike safety facts.

The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) has launched a proactive e-bike safety program aimed at addressing the growing number of community concerns about dangerous e-bike activity across the county — particularly by juveniles.

Full release: https://bit.ly/3SH0yPe

08/11/2026

Who makes sure the well for your house provides enough water for your whole family? We do, of course! That's why our staff inspect septic systems to make sure they can support the number of bedrooms listed for your home's floorplan.

And thanks to 's structural ordinance for septic tanks, the county has not recorded a single collapse among systems built to this higher standard in the last 15 years.

Learn more about how we support local septic and well health: loudoun.gov/septic

Video description: An environmental health specialist from the Loudoun County Health Department explains how an alternative septic system works for a new construction home upgrading from four bedrooms to six.