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COVID-19

For more information on COVID-19 and the District's response and recovery, visit coronavirus.dc.gov

COVID-19 Health and Healthcare Pandemic Recovery Report

The District of Columbia COVID-19 Post-Pandemic Recovery Report addresses potential population health concerns as a result of the pandemic

COVID-19 Vaccine

Find the latest information on the COVID-19 vaccine, visit coronavirus.dc.gov/vaccine.

Vital Records

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

Digital Vaccine Record (DVR)

Digital Vaccine Record (DVR) is a new website that gives District residents secure, easy access to their official COVID-19 vaccination records.

Monkeypox Information

Monkeypox is a rare, but potentially serious viral illness. Information is available on transmission, symptoms, and prevention here.

Infant Formula Shortage Guidance for Families

DC Health has compiled infant formula resources to help families during the nationwide baby formula shortage.

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Health Professionals

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

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.

DC Health Telephone Directory

Use our Telephone Directory to connect more quickly and directly to the service division you need.

Community Outreach Request

Request assistance from DC Health with your next event.

Professional License Applications

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

HAHSTA Epidemiology and Surveillance Report 2020

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Upcoming Events

Jul 27 2022 (All day)

Board of Medicine Monthly Meeting and Open Session Board Agenda

Aug 31 2022 (All day)

Board of Medicine Monthly Meeting and Open Session Board Agenda

Sep 28 2022 (All day)

Board of Medicine Monthly Meeting and Open Session Board Agenda

Latest

Jul 2 2022

DC Health Statement on Updated Mask Guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

(Washington, DC) – Today, in response to the updated guidance for fully vaccinated people regarding...

Jun 28 2022

DC Health Announces Availability of Moderna Vaccine for Children and Adolescents 6 - 17 Years Old

Today, DC Health announced that beginning tomorrow, Moderna vaccine for children and adolescents 6-...

Jun 27 2022

Mayor Bowser and DC Health Announce that Limited Monkeypox Vaccination Appointments Will Become Available to Eligible Residents Today at 1 PM

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Bowser and DC Health announced that beginning today at 1:00 p.m., a...

Jun 18 2022

Mayor Bowser and DC Health Announce That COVID-19 Vaccines for Infants and Children 6 Months and Older Will Be Available at COVID Centers in All Eight Wards Beginning Tuesday, June 21

DC Health recommends all eligible children get vaccinated against COVID-19.

Jun 17 2022

DC Health Announces that Ward 1 COVID Center is Relocating to U Street on Tuesday, June 21

CONTACT: Darren Whetstone | 202-442-8880 – [email protected] (Washington, DC) — Today, DC...

Mar 11 2020

Board of Chiropractic Newsletter

Board of Chiropractic Newsletters

Jun 3 2019

Board of Nursing

2019 DC Nurse Edition 50 - June 2019 2018

Aug 29 2018

Board of Veterinary Medicine Newsletter

Jul 6 2018

Board of Medicine Newsletter

Board of Medicine Newsletters: 2019 December 2019 2018

Nov 7 2017

Board of Dentistry Newsletter

Board of Dentistry News Letter

Sep 18 2019

Health Advisory: DC Health Department Advises Residents to Stop Using E-Cigarettes

9/18/19: Health Advisory: DC Health Department Advises Residents to Stop Using E-Cigarettes https...

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 residents...

Aug 8 2019

Notice: Establishment of the District of Columbia Committee on Metabolic Disorders

August 2019 Notice: Establishment of the District of Columbia Committee on Metabolic Disorders

May 13 2019

Food Establishment Closures and Restorations

May 13, 2019

May 6 2019

Food Establishment Closures and Restorations

The following are the closures and restorations for the period of April 29 through May 03, 2019....

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