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Improved Health Outcomes for Mothers and Babies Across the District

The DC Health 2025 Perinatal Health and Infant Mortality Report highlights both the progress achieved and the work still needed to address disparities in maternal and infant health.

DC Health Responds to the CDC’s Decision to Reduce Childhood Vaccines

The District’s immunization schedule remains unchanged and continues to be covered by all District public and private insurers.

Potomac Sewer Line Collapse Update

Get the latest updates on the Potomac sewer line collapse, including safety tips and resources for residents.

Stay Safe with a Free Carbon Monoxide Alarm

DC Health’s new Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Program provides free CO alarms and easy safety training to eligible residents in Wards 5, 7, and 8—including adults 65+ and families with children under 18.

Measles

Measles is a highly contagious and infectious viral disease occurring most often in late winter and spring.

Vital Records

Your home for birth, death and domestic partnership records registered in the District of Columbia.

Here’s What You Need to Know About COVID-19 Vaccination Guidelines

DC Health authorizes licensed pharmacy professionals in the District to administer the COVID-19 vaccine without a prescription.

Featured Services

DC Health Contact Directory

Use our DC Health Contact Directory to connect more quickly and directly to the service division...

Vital Records

Vital Records collects, preserves and administers DC's system of birth and death records.

Division of Community Hygiene

The Division of Community Hygiene regulates facilities operation within certain industries.

Professional License Applications

DC Health provides application packages and instructions for professional licenses and...

Health Professionals

Find information about licensing, certification and programs targeting health professionals.

Rodent Control

DC Health has a comprehensive, sustainable and responsive rodent control and animal disease...

Potomac Sewer Line Collapse Update

Get the latest updates on the Potomac sewer line collapse, including safety tips and resources for residents.

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May 27 2026 (All day)

Board of Medicine Monthly Meeting and Open Session Board Agenda and Minutes

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Board of Medicine Monthly Meeting and Open Session Board Agenda and Minutes

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May 5 2026

Funcionarios de Salud Investigan Posibles Exposiciones al Sarampión Entre Habitantes de DC

7 de febrero de 2026 PARA PUBLICACIÓN INMEDIATA CONTACTO: Dorian Walker | 202-380-6578...

May 1 2026

Health Officials Investigating Measles Case

(Washington, DC) – DC Health was notified of a confirmed case of measles in a DC...

Apr 15 2026

Mayor Bowser Invites Residents to Join 21st Annual Emancipation Day Celebration, Announces New Location

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser is inviting residents of all ages to...

Apr 15 2026

Modified District Government Services for DC Emancipation Day

(Washington, DC) – On Thursday, April 16, District government will observe the DC...

Apr 1 2026

Mayor Bowser Kicks Off Earth Month with Return of Spring Services to Keep DC Clean, Invites Residents to Take Part in 10th Annual Spring Cleanup

(Washington, DC) – Today, on the first day of Earth Month, Mayor Muriel Bowser and...

Apr 1 2026

Board of Acupuncture, Chiropractor and Naturopathic Physicians Newsletter

Board of Acupuncture, Chiropractic and NAturopathic Physicians Newsletters Board of...

Oct 31 2025

DC Health Connect - Monthly Newsletter - Oct 2025

October 31, 2025 Welcome to the new DC Health monthly newsletter - your source...

Sep 30 2025

DC Health Connect - Monthly Newsletter - Sep 2025

October 1, 2025 Welcome to the new DC Health monthly newsletter - your...

Aug 31 2025

DC Health Connect - Monthly Newsletter - Aug 2025

August 29, 2025 Welcome to the new DC Health monthly newsletter - your...

Jun 3 2019

Board of Nursing

2019 DC Nurse Edition 50 - June 2019 2018 DC Nurse Edition 49 - September 2018...

Nov 12 2025

Mayor Bowser to Cut the Ribbon on New Fort Totten–Takoma Segment of the Metropolitan Branch Trail

(Washington, DC) – Today, Wednesday, November 12 at 11 am, Mayor Muriel Bowser will be...

Nov 7 2025

Mayor Bowser to Encourage District Residents to Take Pledge and Support Neighbors During Hypothermia Season

(Washington, DC) – Today, Friday, November 7 at 11 am, Mayor Muriel Bowser will join the...

Aug 7 2024

DC Health Warns of Health Professional License Scam

DC Health is warning the public of an ongoing scam in which scammers are impersonating DC Health...

Aug 25 2022

Phone Scam Alert

PHISHING PHONE SCAM DC HEALTH has become aware of a PHISHING PHONE SCAM in which...

Sep 18 2019

DC Health Department Advises Residents to Stop Using E-Cigarettes

WASHINGTON, DC – The District of Columbia Department of Health (DC Health) is notifying...

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Hepatitis Awareness Month and Testing Day

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The month of May is designated as Hepatitis Awareness Month in the United States, and May 19th is Hepatitis Testing Day. During May, CDC and its public health partners work to shed light on this hidden epidemic by raising awareness of viral hepatitis and encouraging priority populations to get tested.

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