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Why Test Your Child for Lead?

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The District law requires that all children get screened for lead exposure at both 1 and 2 years of age.

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DOH has compiled a list of health care facility directories based on the kind of medical care needed. 

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The Family Health Bureau works to protect, promote and improve the health of families through screening and surveillance, education, community-clinical linkages, family strengthening programs, preventive services and positive youth development.

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Review a list of organizations that offer federal and local funding for qualified health programs.

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The Perinatal and Infant Health Bureau provides awareness campaigns, counseling and education, referrals and follow up services and resources related to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.

Fetal Death Certificates
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The Vital Records Division has fetal death certificates dating back to January 2016.  Fetal death records become public 75 years after the date of death. 

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DOH accepts complaints and incident reports regarding restaurant or food establishments, non-food establishments, healthcare facilities and healthcare professionals.

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Review the ways to file a complaint against a DC health professional, including submission of a printable PDF form to the Licensing Board that regulates the profession.

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The Foodborne Illness Surveillance program is responsible for the surveillance and investigation of foodborne outbreaks and illnesses occurring in the District of Columbia.

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See how local organizations are working in HIV/AIDS prevention and vaccine research. 

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The District of Columbia Department of Health (DC Health) supports public health initiatives and health services with local, private (donations) and federal funds. 

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Learn about the licensing, inspection and regulations regarding Group Homes for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (GHPID).

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HAACP Guidance Document

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HACCP Renewal Submission Guidance Document

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Sign up to receive the latest health alerts and food recalls.

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The DC Department of Health has a number of programs to ensure a coordinated system of health care for DC residents. 

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The DC Department of Health offers programs across a variety of health care services affecting health care professionals, patients and DC residents.

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Health Education is any combination of learning experiences designed to help individuals and communities to improve their health, by increasing knowledge or influencing attitudes.

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Just because you have health insurance does not mean you are not eligible for the DC AIDS Drug Assistance Program (DC ADAP).

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