COVID-19

Let's All Do Our Part

The easiest way to protect your neighbors and loved ones is to simply stay home. Virginia and Fairfax County's health is in your hands.

Social distance – stay at least six feet apart from others
Wash your hands and avoid touching your face
Stay home to the greatest extent possible
Self-isolate if you are sick
Reach out to close contacts if you are sick

Slow the Spread of COVID-19 Toolkit

health alert graphic To help slow the spread of coronavirus disease, residents are encouraged to follow these instructions for what to do if you are sick or in contact with someone is sick. Residents will receive this information in the mail beginning this week and can download a copy.

View the Toolkit

Current Number of Cases in Fairfax Health District

April 21 New Positive Cases: 153*

Total Positive Cases: 2,123
(Health District includes Fairfax County, City of Fairfax, City of Falls Church and towns within the county)

Total Deaths: 66

* Daily reported numbers as reported by the Virginia Department of Health.

More Information About Cases

Latest Key Updates

Herndon Village Network Answers the Call for Help During COVID-19 Pandemic
County Adds Four More Ways to Help You Get Assistance from a Distance
Video: Health Department’s COVID-19 Contact Investigations Call Center
Fighting COVID-19 on the Ground: The Call Center
COVID-19 Spiritual Support by Phone Available for Older Adults
Scam Slam Audio Series: Unfortunately, More Coronavirus Scams You Need to Know About
Coronavirus: Spread the Facts, Not the Virus
COVID-19 and Long-Term Care: How the Health Department is Helping and Responding
Fairfax County Announces Small Business Recovery MicroLoan Fund
Fairfax County COVID-19 Health Alert Toolkit Hits Mailboxes – Everyone Needs to Open and Read this Important Information
Audio: Closure of Park Amenities Due to Coronavirus Explained
Video Playlist Provides Coronavirus Information in American Sign Language
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Member Tests Positive for COVID-19
Video: Fairfax County Health Department Nurse Discusses Cloth Face Coverings
Coronavirus Safety Tips for Employees and Companies
Help Your Community, Take a Vacation and Learn Something New — All Without Leaving Your House
COVID-19: Resources for Wellness for You and Your Family
County Executive Presents New Proposed FY 2021 Budget Due to COVID-19 Pandemic
Video: Fire Chief Addresses Coronavirus (COVID-19) Concerns
Residents Discouraged from Taking Yard Waste to Fairfax County Transfer Station or Landfill
COVID-19: Consider Alternate Means to Celebrate Religious Observances
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Donations Guidance
Information on COVID-19 Case Reporting in the Fairfax Health District
CDC Recommends Wearing Simple Cloth Face Coverings in Public
COVID-19 and Kids: The Problem with Playdates
Video: Police Chief Addresses Coronavirus (COVID-19) Concerns
4 Things to Know About Tenant-Landlord Rights During COVID-19
Legal Advice for COVID-19 Issues
Courts Further Postpone Dockets Due to the Coronavirus
Have a COVID-19 Plan in Place for Your Pets
Answers to Many Basic Needs Questions (Food, Utilities, Evictions) Can Be Found Online
Fairfax County Health Department Reports Additional COVID-19 Deaths in the Fairfax Health District
Keeping Public Safety Employees Safe During the Coronavirus
Scam Slam Audios: Stay Alert for Coronavirus (COVID-19) Scams
Joint Statement from the Chief Elected Officials of the National Capital Region on the COVID-19 Pandemic
Video: What Should You Do if You Get Sick from the Coronavirus?
Fairfax County Asks Residents to Follow State’s Stay at Home Order
Beware of Door-to-Door Coronavirus Scams
Fairfax County Health Department Reports Second COVID-19 Death in the Fairfax Health District
Video: Simple Steps You Can Take to Stop the Spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Video Update from Chairman Jeffrey C. McKay on Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Fairfax County
Reminder: Fairfax County Government Operating Status, Closings and Exceptions Due to COVID-19
Trash and Recycling Changes Effective March 30
List of Utilities Suspending Service Disconnections, Offering Other Billing Options
Explaining the Increase in Positive Cases; 4 Ways We Can Stop Coronavirus from Spreading Right Now
Unemployment Resources Available through Virginia Career Works Centers
Health Care Options for the Uninsured
Social Distancing, Self-Isolating and Quarantine: What Do These Terms Mean?
Three Inova Respiratory Illness Clinics Open Today
Don’t Flush Wipes Down the Toilet — Staying Safe During COVID-19
Fairfax County Government Buildings Closed to the Public Starting at 5 p.m. on March 27
Fairfax County Extends Tax Deadlines for Car, Business and Real Estate Taxes
Park Authority Closes All Parks; Trails Remain Open
Video: Coronavirus 101 Health Department Presentation — English and Spanish
Governor Announces Business and School Closures Due to COVID-19
Fairfax County Health Department Reports First COVID-19 Death in the Fairfax Health District
Health Department Announces Positive Case of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Involving Church in Bailey’s Crossroads
Mental Health - Take Care Both Physically and Emotionally During Coronavirus (COVID-19)
How to Support Local Businesses During COVID-19
Fairfax Health District Urges Vigilant Social Distancing with News of Community Transmission of COVID-19 in Parts of Northern Virginia
Keeping Children Safe in Child Care Programs During COVID-19
Low-Interest Loans Now Available for Fairfax County Businesses Impacted by Coronavirus
Update on COVID-19 Testing in Fairfax County
Health Department Announces Positive Case of Coronavirus in Senior Living Center
Find Food Resources in Fairfax County During COVID-19 Emergency

Daily Update Summaries

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Questions About Coronavirus?

Call 703-267-3511 (9 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends)
Email ffxcovid@fairfaxcounty.gov (monitored 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays)

As Fairfax County continues to respond to COVID-19, a number of key government services
are available online so you can still conduct business.

Food Resources for Families

food distribution

View a searchable map that includes all food distribution sites.

Coronavirus Testing

coronavirus

If you think you have symptoms, contact your doctor or health care provider.

Hand Washing

hand washing

Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Social Distancing

Learn more about proper social distancing techniques.

Wellness Resources

Learn how to maintain your - and your family’s - health and well-being.

Stay-at-Home Order

Fairfax County strongly urges residents to follow the stay-at-home order issued by Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam.

Read Full Details

Stay Informed

Text FFXCOVID to 888777 to receive updates.
Updates on the Fairfax County Emergency Information Blog
Follow the Fairfax County Government Facebook Page and Health Department Facebook Page
Follow @fairfaxcounty and @fairfaxhealth on Twitter

Document Library

Health and Human Services Update (PDF)

Let's All Do Our Part

Slow the Spread of COVID-19 Toolkit