COVID-19 Updates
If you have tested positive for COVID-19, isolate and inform your close contacts. See these important steps to take to help slow the spread of COVID-19.
Everyone 5 years and older is eligible to receive a free COVID-19 vaccine. People 12 years and older are eligible for booster doses. Vaccines are available in our Health District. Find the latest vaccine information on the: COVID-19 Vaccine page.
FDA Warns Consumers Not to Use Certain Powdered Infant Formula
There is a recall of potentially affected infant formula of Similac, Alimentum, or EleCare powdered infant formulas produced at Abbott Nutrition’s Sturgis, Michigan facility. Do not to use Similac, Alimentum, and EleCare or one lot of Similac PM 60/40 powdered infant formulas if:
- the first two digits of the code are 22-37; and
- the code on the container contains K8, SH, or Z2; and
- the expiration date is 4-1-2022 (APR 2022) or later.
- Or, if the Similac PM 60/40 is Lot # 27032K80 (can) / Lot # 27032K800 (case).
Check to see if your powdered formula is part of the recall or call Abbott Customer Service at 1-800-986-8540.
For more information, see: FDA Investigation.
If you have questions or need assistance, call our call center at 202-519-4951(Mon-Fri, 9am-7pm).
If you are a WIC participant, find more information on the WIC page.
Parents: Get your child's immunizations up-to-date!
Ensuring children are up-to-date on their vaccinations helps provide immunity before they are exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases. Vaccines are safe and effective.
It's Flu Season — Time to Get Vaccinated
With the COVID-19 pandemic still underway, it’s more important than ever that everyone do their part to help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses.
Everyone 6 months and older are urged to get a flu shot. Flu vaccine is available in the community, including at pharmacies, doctor’s offices, and grocery stores.
Resources to quit “vaping"
Find out what you need to know about e-cigarette, or vaping, and how to quit with these resources:
- This is Quitting text message support
- Vaping: What Students Should Know
- Protecting Young People From E-cigarettes (CDC)
- Video: Health Dept. and FCPS are Helping Kids Stay Vape-Free
- 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669)
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About the Health & Human Services System
This agency is a part of the Fairfax County Health & Human Services System (HHS). The HHS System is a network of county agencies and community partners that support the well-being of all who live, work and play in Fairfax County.
