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The 3rd Annual DC WIC Breastfeeding Event

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The District of Columbia Department of Health WIC State Agency hosted their 3rd Annual DC Breastfeeding Event this August in honor of National Breastfeeding Month. The event was held at the Mead Center for American Theater in Washington, DC. The event celebrated breastfeeding families, featured the importance of family support in breastfeeding and encouraged work place support for mothers who are breastfeeding and going back to work. The event included exhibits, plenary sessions, and break out educational sessions on breastfeeding topics.

Ward 6: FitDC Walk

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On September 12, 2015 at 9 am please join Mayor Muriel Bowser along with Dr. LaQuandra Nesbitt, Director of the DC Department of Health (DOH), Mr. Keith Anderson, Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and your Ward 6 FitDC Coach Chris Doenlen at the Rosedale Community Center to participate in a 1.5 mile walk in and around your neighborhoods as part of the FitDC health and wellness initiative.

Ward 4: FitDC Walk

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On October 10, 2015 at 9 am please join Mayor Muriel Bowser along with Dr. LaQuandra Nesbitt, Director of the DC Department of Health (DOH), Mr. Keith Anderson, Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and your Ward 4 FitDC Coach Carrye Brown at the Takoma Community Center to participate in a 1.5 mile walk in and around your neighborhoods as part of the FitDC health and wellness initiative.

Ward 3: FitDC Walk

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On September 26, 2015 at 9 am please join Mayor Muriel Bowser along with Dr. LaQuandra Nesbitt, Director of the DC Department of Health (DOH), Mr. Keith Anderson, Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and your Ward 3 FitDC Coach Philip Thomas at the Chevy Chase Recreation Center to participate in a 1.5 mile walk in and around your neighborhoods as part of the FitDC health and wellness initiative. This effort is part of the Mayor’s commitment to a fresh start in health and wellness in Washington, DC.

Ward 2 FitDC Walk

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On July 25, 2015 at 9 am please join Mayor Muriel Bowser along with Dr. LaQuandra Nesbitt, Director of the DC Department of Health (DOH), Mr. Keith Anderson, Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and your Ward 2 FitDC Coach Aimee Stoltz at the Jellef Recreation Center to participate in a 1.5 mile walk in and around your neighborhoods as part of the FitDC health and wellness initiative. This effort is part of the Mayor’s commitment to a fresh start in health and wellness in Washington, DC.

Mayor's Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee

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The Emergency Medical Service Advisory Committee (EMSAC) was reseated on January 20, 2012. The The role of EMSAC is to provide advice on best practices in EMS across the country which is used in establishing performance goals for EMS in DC.

Board of Occupational Therapy Agendas and Minutes

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The Board of Occupational Therapy meetings will cover the following issues:

•    Regulating the practice of Occupational Therapy in the District
•    Evaluate applicants' qualifications
•    Recommend standards and procedures
•    Issue licenses
•    Receive and review complaints
•    Request investigations
•    Conduct hearings

 

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National HIV Testing Day

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National HIV Testing Day June 27

This day was established as an annual observance to promote HIV testing. This is a particularly important time for YOU to get involved! Take the Test, Take Control. Here are some ways you can get involved around National HIV Testing Day (June 27).

HIV Vaccine Awareness Day

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HIV Vaccine Awareness Day (HVAD) is observed annually on May 18th. This observance provides an opportunity to recognize and thank the many volunteers, community members, health professionals, and scientists who are working together to find a safe and effective preventive HIV vaccine. It is also a day to educate communities across the nation about the importance of preventive HIV vaccine research.

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