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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.

2024 Natality Report: Birth Trends in the District

DC Health’s 2024 Natality Report looks at births across the District, including how many babies were born and the health of mothers and infants. The report shares information about trends like preterm births, infant health, and access to prenatal care.

Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease

Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common viral infection that typically affects children under the age of 5.

COVID-19 Vaccine

Click here to find a pharmacy near you to get the new COVID-19 vaccine.

Health Professionals Beware of a Phishing Scam

DC Health is warning the public of an ongoing scam in which scammers are impersonating DC Health representatives and other government officials in a phone, email and fax scam.

Measles Spread Fast. Protection Starts With You.

Make sure everyone in your household is up to date on the MMR vaccine. Click here to find out more information on measles.

Vital Records

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

Featured Services

Vital Records

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

Health Professionals

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

DC Health Telephone Directory

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

Recovery Support Services

Millions of lives are transformed through recovery. Treatment works. Recovery is possible.

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...

Upcoming Events

Nov 20 2025 - 13:30

Board of Massage Therapy - Calendar and Meetings

Nov 26 2025 (All day)

Board of Medicine Monthly Meeting and Open Session Board Agenda

Dec 1 2025 (All day)

World AIDS Day 2025

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Oct 6 2025

Mayor Bowser Urges Residents to Take Advantage of Breast Cancer Screenings During Breast Cancer Awareness Month

(WASHINGTON, DC) – Today, to mark the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Mayor...

Oct 1 2025

Mayor Bowser Urges Residents to Take Advantage of Breast Cancer Screenings During Breast Cancer Awareness Month

(Washington, DC) – Today, to mark the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Mayor...

Jun 14 2025

Health Officials Investigation Measles Case in DC

(Washington, DC) - DC Department of Health (DC Health) has been notified of a confirmed case of...

Jun 9 2025

Brandywine Valley SPCA and DC Health Urge Pet Owners to Prepare for Emergencies During National Pet Preparedness Month

WASHINGTON, DC (June 9, 2025) — June is National Pet Preparedness Month, and the Brandywine...

Jun 5 2025

DC Health Enhances School Health Program with New Direct Service Model

(Washington, DC) – Today, DC Health announced a strategic shift in the delivery of the School...

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 DC Nurse Edition 49 - September 2018...

Aug 29 2018

Board of Veterinary Medicine Newsletter

Jul 6 2018

Board of Medicine Newsletter

Board of Medicine Newsletters: 2019 December 2019 2018 November 2018 June...

Nov 7 2017

Board of Dentistry Newsletter

Board of Dentistry News Letter

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...

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...

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...

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Join DC Health and Mayor Bowser at the High Heel Race

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On Tuesday, October 28, Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs will join thousands at the 38th Annual 17th Street High Heel Race. DC residents and visitors are invited to take part in this beloved community tradition by cheering on costumed racers as they sprint down 17th Street NW in pride.