All Alexandrians should have the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Make that a reality by helping to build the City's five-year Community Health Improvement Plan on November 4, 6, and 12. 

The Health Department’s Strategic Plan is a tool that guides our department to further its mission and vision. We use this plan when developing, implementing or reviewing programs and services to best serve Alexandria. Our current plan is a product of 15 months work by our leadership team and supervisory staff. This plan was formally launch to our staff in September 2019.  

The Alexandria Health Department will host a free flu shot clinic on Saturday, October 19, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., at Patrick Henry Elementary School.  Free flu shots are available for all adults and children ages six months and older. All members of the community are welcome; no insurance or proof of residency is required.

As the popularity of e-scooters surges, so do questions about their impact on local communities. In response, the Department of Transportation and Environmental Services requested information about known e-scooter injuries in the city. The Health Department examined various available data sources between January and August 2019 and created a brief summary. Read about what we found, what we did not find, and what we can say about the data available.    

Lyme Disease and Other Diseases Spread by Ticks As the weather starts to warm up, and we spend more time outdoors, Tick and mosquito borne disease prevention should be on everyone’s mind.

Did you get the BCG vaccine to protect yourself and your family from TB? Learn the risks and get tested for TB today! 

Alexandria Health Department is committed to eliminating HIV in the City of Alexandria. Help raise awareness about HIV and get tested!

Take steps to protect you and yours today and everyday. Keep Narcan on hand in case of an accidental overdose or emergency. On April 5, the US surgeon general urged more Americans to carry this life-saving drug.

Find out if you qualify for the newly expanded Medicaid coverage and apply today! The Department of Community and Human Services offers free info sessions on how to sign up for Medicaid every month. 

On February 12, 2018, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) launched its new Food Code. Find out more.

The Health Matters in Alexandria Dashboard is live! Our Dashboard provides a comprehensive snapshot of health in the City of Alexandria. It offers anyone the ability to search, examine, compare and share critical data that have profound impacts on community health.  

Childhood lead poisoning is a major, preventable public health concern. Blood lead level testing is required by the Code of Virginia for certain children and recommended for others. Read ahead for more information about lead and for additional resources. 

Learn about health trends in your area. Our publications and reports monitor regional trends and analyze local data. We offer this information to the public to guide program and policy development. Publications and reports are compiled by our epidemiologists, who investigate communicable diseases reported by healthcare providers, labs, and schools.