Team #DCHealth wears pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🩷 Early detection saves lives. Uninsured or underinsured in DC? You may be eligible for a free mammogram and diagnostic testing through our WISH Cancer Screening Program. Visit: dchealth.dc.gov/service/wish...

Save time this season by getting your flu, COVID-19, and RSV shots in one quick visit. It is perfectly safe to pair them up if you're eligible, and you won't need to make separate appointments. Find a vaccine site near you today: vaccines.dc.gov

Respiratory virus season is here! Protect yourself and others by getting your flu and COVID shots. You can get them together (just use different arms). No prescription needed for anyone ages three (3) and older for a COVID shot at local pharmacies. Visit: dchealth.dc.gov/page/covid-1...

National Mammography Day reminder: Your health comes first! If you are uninsured or underinsured in DC, Maryland, or Virginia, the WISH Cancer Screening Program provides free screenings. Protect your health and schedule yours: 📞 202-442-5900 or visit: dchealth.dc.gov/service/wish...

Today is National Latino HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Protect your health, get tested & know your status. It’s the safest & most empowering step you can take. Testing is fast, confidential, & available across the District. Take control of your health today. 💛 getcheckeddc.org

🚨 SMEs Wanted! We are looking for 18 Subject Matter Experts to review proposals for our medical & support services. 📅 Key Dates: • Due: Oct 16, 2026 • Notified: Oct 26 • Review: Nov 16–Dec 8 📧 Apply: Send your resume to HAHSTARFAs@dc.gov!

📢 FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: DC Health is looking for administrators for the PrEP & Housing Program, a transitional housing initiative for young MSM of color. Pre-Application Conference- 📅 Oct 14 | 10-11 AM 🔗 Register: ogmdchealth.eventbrite.com 📝 Grant: communityaffairs.dc.gov/publication/...

DC Health will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2026, in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. We look forward to serving you again when regular business hours resume on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

Let’s talk about Rabies... 🐾 When to call a doctor? Seek immediate care if: 🩹 An animal bite or scratch breaks your skin 🧼 Animal saliva gets into an open cut 🦇 A bat is found in a room where someone was sleeping Visit: dchealth.dc.gov/service/rabi...

Big news! 🎉 We are proud to announce the DC Food Policy Council as our newest program at DC Health. Food policy is vital to public health. Great turnout at tonight’s meeting at Barry Farm Recreation Center! 🏛️🥦

📢 Join the DC Food Policy Council today, October 7, 2026, at the Barry Farm Recreation Center (1230 Sumner Rd SE) from 5:00pm-6:00pm. Visit: www.eventbrite.com/e/dc-food-po...

Respiratory virus season is here! Protect yourself and others by getting your flu and COVID shots. You can get them together (just use different arms). No prescription needed for anyone ages three (3) and older for a COVID shot at local pharmacies. Visit: dchealth.dc.gov/page/covid-1

🚨 SMEs Wanted! We are looking for 18 Subject Matter Experts to review proposals for our medical & support services. 📅 Key Dates: • Due: Oct 16, 2026 • Notified: Oct 26 • Review: Nov 16–Dec 8 📧 Apply: Send your resume to HAHSTARFAs@dc.gov!

Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among men in the District. If you or a loved one is over 45 (or younger with a family history), talk to a doctor about a simple PSA screening test. Don't wait for symptoms to appear. Visit: dchealth.dc.gov/service/cancer

September is National Preparedness Month and #PreparednessStartsAtHome. Build an emergency kit, make a plan, and sign up for alert.dc.gov. Remember to include your pets! Being prepared makes all the difference in an emergency. Visit: ready.dc.gov.

September is #SuicidePreventionAwareness Month. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out to your doctor or call/text 988 for help.

Black men are more likely to: · Get prostate cancer · Get it at a younger age · Have a more advanced stage when found · Die from prostate cancer Early detection saves lives! Take control of your health today! Visit: dchealth.dc.gov/service/cancer

Join us at DC Health Headquarters today for information on emergency preparedness. Speak to experts and learn how to keep your family safe during emergencies. Get a free emergency kit!

Did you know screening for rare genetic disorders starts within your baby’s first 24–48 hours? Most babies look perfectly healthy at birth, making early testing vital to catch hidden risks and save lives. 🩺👶 Learn more: bit.ly/dch_newborns

Join DC Health and Martha's Table for a day filled with insightful discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities at this year's Men's Health Summit. Visit: eventbrite.com/e/mens-healt...

Your baby should receive three (3) screenings shortly after birth: blood, heart, and hearing. Talk to your provider for more information. If you need help navigating or getting connected to services, call Help Me Grow at 1-800-666-2229.

Chopping it up with @DCCK in celebration of our 15-year partnership with Healthy Corners. Check out the press release: dccentralkitchen.org/2026/09/01/d...

DC Health’s Vital Records Division has earned national accreditation through @PHAB! DCVRD is one of just 6 vital records/health statistics units nationally to achieve accreditation, recognizing our commitment to quality & excellence. dchealth.dc.gov/release/dc-h...

On #OverdoseAwarenessDay, we remember those we’ve lost and stand with those impacted. Through #LiveLongDC, DC is working to prevent overdose and connect residents to life-saving resources. Carry naloxone. Save a life. #EndOverdose livelong.dc.gov

Join DC Health for the 17th Annual Food Safety and Defense Conference on September 29! Connect with food safety & public health professionals for a day of learning, networking, and exploring ways to protect our food supply. Free entry. Register today: eventbrite.com/e/17th-annua...

A healthy school year starts with a well-child visit! A checkup helps stay on track with vaccinations, monitor health, and catch potential health concerns early. Schedule your child's appointment today so they're ready to learn, grow, and thrive. vaccines.dc.gov

Stop cyclosporiasis with these easy steps: 🧼 Wash hands with soap & water for 20 seconds. 💧 Rinse produce under clean running water. 🍳 Cook food thoroughly. Stay healthy and safe!

📢 Funding Opportunity for DC Nonprofits & CBOs! ❤️ We need your help to launch a mobile outreach program for our Healthy Heart Initiative for Men. Check out DC Health's Heart Health Initiative Request for Funding (RFA) @ communityaffairs.dc.gov.

Stop cyclosporiasis with these easy steps: 🧼 Wash hands with soap & water for 20 seconds. 💧 Rinse produce under clean running water. 🍳 Cook food thoroughly. Stay healthy and safe!

It's #NationalMinorityMentalHealth Month. African American, Asian American, Hispanic, and Indigenous communities are among the groups least likely to seek mental health services. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988 - 988lifeline.org