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Alexandria Health Department

@alxhealth

Alexandria Health Department serves the City of Alexandria, Virginia. Join us online as we support healthy people, healthier communities.

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Back from Spring break? Make sure the only thing you bring back is a souvenir. #springbreak #sickness #health #healthtips #travel #posttravel

Back from Spring break? Make sure the only thing you bring back is a souvenir.
#springbreak #sickness #health #healthtips #travel #posttravel
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Measles outbreaks are happening nationwide. Here are steps you can take to stay safe: 📋 Check your family's immunization records to see if you've had recommended shots. 💉 If you haven't or you're not sure, get a vax from a doctor, a pharmacy, or AHD. vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/

Measles outbreaks are happening nationwide. Here are steps you can take to stay safe:

📋 Check your family's immunization records to see if you've had recommended shots. 
💉 If you haven't or you're not sure, get a vax from a doctor, a pharmacy, or AHD. 

vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/
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The Van Dorn/Landmark Walk & Talk has been POSTPONED due to forecasted rain. ☔️☔️ New Date: Saturday, May 3, 2-4 p.m. Same location - Van Dorn ALIVE! Food Hub! More: forms.office.com/Pages/Response…

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Protect yourself and your loved ones from measles! Get vaccinated with MMR, stay updated on your immunization status, and stay connected with DC Health for reliable information. Stay informed and stay safe. Visit: bit.ly/49iABbs

Protect yourself and your loved ones from measles! Get vaccinated with MMR, stay updated on your immunization status, and stay connected with DC Health for reliable information. Stay informed and stay safe. Visit: bit.ly/49iABbs
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AHD and Alexandria City Public Schools are partnering up to provide FREE in-school sports physicals for middle school students. ⚽ 📣 🏑 Remember a physical is required for students interested in playing a sport this fall. Limited spots available. Book your child's spot: alexandriava.gov/TeenWellnessCe…

AHD and <a href="/ACPSk12/">Alexandria City Public Schools</a> are partnering up to provide FREE in-school sports physicals for middle school students. ⚽ 📣 🏑 

Remember a physical is required for students interested in playing a sport this fall. 

Limited spots available. Book your child's spot:
alexandriava.gov/TeenWellnessCe…
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The City of Alexandria invites all job seekers to a job fair at Market Square (301 King St.) on May 6 from 2 – 5 p.m. For full details and to RSVP, visit alexandriava.gov/c/58965

The City of Alexandria invites all job seekers to a job fair at Market Square (301 King St.) on May 6 from 2 – 5 p.m. For full details and to RSVP, visit alexandriava.gov/c/58965
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ALIVE! will hold 4 food distributions for Alexandria City residents in May. ALIVE! provides produce, frozen chicken, eggs, bread, and shelf stable items. Proof of Alexandria residency may be requested. Both Food Hubs will be closed on May 31. More at: alive-inc.org

ALIVE! will hold 4 food distributions for Alexandria City residents in May. ALIVE! provides produce, frozen chicken, eggs, bread, and shelf stable items. Proof of Alexandria residency may be requested. Both Food Hubs will be closed on May 31. More at: alive-inc.org
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We're 2️⃣ days from the Oakland Baptist Church 2025 Health and Wellness Expo. If you're heading down King St. this Saturday, stop in for free health screenings and the chance to talk to experts about cancer prevention, mental health, and prostate health. bit.ly/4jbgH80

We're 2️⃣ days from the Oakland Baptist Church 2025 Health and Wellness Expo. 

If you're heading down King St. this Saturday, stop in for free health screenings and the chance to talk to experts about cancer prevention, mental health, and prostate health.

bit.ly/4jbgH80
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.AlexandriaVAGov has a number of career opportunities. Stop by City Hall tomorrow, May 6 from 2:00pm - 5:00pm to attend the City's job fair and talk with City staff about current openings. Details and RSVP: alexandriava.gov/c/58965

.<a href="/AlexandriaVAGov/">AlexandriaVAGov</a> has a number of career opportunities. Stop by City Hall tomorrow, May 6 from 2:00pm - 5:00pm to attend the City's job fair and talk with City staff about current openings.

Details and RSVP: alexandriava.gov/c/58965
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May is National #Asthma and #Allergy Awareness Month! Did you know triggers at home can trigger asthma and allergies? Check out our indoor air quality page to see what may be causing sneezing or wheezing at home and find out how our city can help. alexandriava.gov/environmental-…

May is National #Asthma and #Allergy Awareness Month! 

Did you know triggers at home can trigger asthma and allergies?

Check out our indoor air quality page to see what may be causing sneezing or wheezing at home and find out how our city can help.

alexandriava.gov/environmental-…
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Dr. Basim Khan and Debby Dimon have been named the winners of the 2025 Flora K. Casey Public Health Award. Congratulations to both of them on their tremendous achievements in public health as recognized by the award.🎉 Ceremony details & more: alexandriava.gov/.../dr-basim-k…...

Dr. Basim Khan and Debby Dimon have been named the winners of the 2025 Flora K. Casey Public Health Award. 

Congratulations to both of them on their tremendous achievements in public health as recognized by the award.🎉

Ceremony details &amp; more: alexandriava.gov/.../dr-basim-k…...
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Our wonderful Alex311 team is just a call away until 7 p.m. today. Please feel free to connect if you need any assistance or information. We're all ears! #Alex311

Our wonderful Alex311 team is just a call away until 7 p.m. today. Please feel free to connect if you need any assistance or information. We're all ears! #Alex311
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Did you know that AHD offers FREE services to eligible pregnant people & parents of babies under 2. Eligible clients can receive 🏡 Home visits for health screenings 🤱 Breastfeeding support. ➡️ Referrals to city services and more! Check it out: alexandriava.gov/health-departm…

Did you know that AHD offers FREE services to eligible pregnant people &amp; parents of babies under 2. Eligible clients can receive
🏡 Home visits for health screenings  
🤱 Breastfeeding support. 
➡️ Referrals to city services
and more!

Check it out: alexandriava.gov/health-departm…
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A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for the City of Alexandria until 10 p.m. Stay tuned to local media for the latest weather updates.

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The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 5:45 p.m. Be on the lookout for damage-causing hail and wind gusts that may down trees or cause power outages.

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 5:45 p.m.

Be on the lookout for damage-causing hail and wind gusts that may down trees or cause power outages.
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The famous lighthouse at Alexandria had scrolls...and here at Alexandria Health Department, we're no different.📜 AHD's Environmental Health issues and reviews hundreds of permits (seen rolled up here) every year for restaurants, pools, hotels, and more. #ThisIsPublicHealth

The famous lighthouse at Alexandria had scrolls...and here at Alexandria Health Department, we're no different.📜 

AHD's Environmental Health issues and reviews hundreds of permits (seen rolled up here) every year for restaurants, pools, hotels, and more. 

#ThisIsPublicHealth
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Happy Pool Season, Alexandria! 🏊 Be safe! Be aware of your fellow swimmers! And HAVE FUN! Also -as always...please, please skip the pool if you have diarrhea. 💩 Love, AHD

Happy Pool Season, Alexandria! 🏊 

Be safe! Be aware of your fellow swimmers! And HAVE FUN!

Also -as always...please, please skip the pool if you have diarrhea. 💩 

Love, 
AHD
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ALX ❤️s splash pads. Parents - keep kids safe with these splashpad tips: DO: shower/bathe first take potty breaks or diaper checks skip on sick days DON'T swallow the water pee/poop in the water sit/stand on the jets (it can rinse germs off bodies) bit.ly/4kx9kYX

ALX ❤️s splash pads.  Parents - keep kids safe with these splashpad tips: 

DO:
shower/bathe first
take potty breaks or diaper checks
skip on sick days

DON'T
swallow the water
pee/poop in the water
sit/stand on the jets (it can rinse germs off bodies)

bit.ly/4kx9kYX
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Summer in Alexandria = gardening season! If you garden, be sure to: ☀️ Avoid extreme heat. Garden early or late in the day for cooler temps. 🚰 Hydrate! Just like plants, you need water. 🕶️ Dress well. Light clothes with long sleeves will help you stay cool & avoid ticks.

Summer in Alexandria = gardening season!  

If you garden, be sure to:
☀️ Avoid extreme heat. Garden early or late in the day for cooler temps. 
🚰 Hydrate! Just like plants, you need water.
🕶️ Dress well. Light clothes with long sleeves will help you stay cool &amp; avoid ticks.