First Cases Of Omicron Variant Identified In District Of Columbia

The first confirmed cases of the omicron variant have been detected in the District of Columbia, health officials said Sunday afternoon.

Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial' In District Of Columbia: CDC

The rate of new cases has decreased recently in District of Columbia.

FDA Announces Recall Of Sanitizer In What Resemble Water Bottles

The hand sanitizer was sold nationwide in 8-ounce bottles that resemble water bottles. Ingestion could cause drowsiness and even comas.

Indoor Mask Mandate Ends Monday, Despite D.C. Council Objections

Earlier this week, ten council members wrote Bowser an open letter asking her to keep the mandate in place.

10 DC Council Members Ask Mayor To Keep Face Mask Mandate For Now

Council members expressed concern for children, particularly those under five years old who are ineligible for an approved vaccine.

Indoor Mask Mandate In DC To Be Lifted In Most Public Places

The D.C. government will lift its indoor mask mandate on Nov. 22, although masks will still be required in schools and other settings.

Trader Joe's Chicken Recall Includes Virginia, DC Stores

Two popular Trader Joe's chicken products sold at DC and Virginia stores were recalled this week.

Tastykake Cupcakes Recalled In VA, DC Because Of Metal Fragments

Flower Foods has recalled some Tastykake cupcakes sold in Virginia and DC because they may contain small fragments of metal mesh wire.

District Of Columbia Shows Moderate Risk In New 'Maternal Vulnerability' Index

Pregnant women in District of Columbia have moderate vulnerability to poor health outcomes, according to a new analysis.

FDA Update On Tainted Onion Source: VA, DC Salmonella Outbreak

Companies that shipped and sold salmonella-tainted onions to Virginia, DC consumers have been named in a national recall. Here's the latest.

APLD conference tackles the 96 percent of Legionnaires' cases

Erin Brockovich says it is important to address root cause of individual cases

COVID-19 Vaccination Mandated For All Civilian DoD Employees

The Pentagon issued a mandate Monday requiring all of its civilian employees to be vaccinated for COVID-19 by Nov. 22.

DC Metro Region Ranks Third In US On Sharecare Well-Being Index

The Washington, D.C. region ranked third among the top metro areas according to Sharecare's latest Community Well-Being Index.

New Study Looks at Link Between Genes and Prostate Cancer

Researchers from Johns Hopkins University seeking prostate cancer patients

Air Quality Alert For Northern Virginia, DC Issued

The air quality in parts of northern Virginia and DC may be harmful Wednesday for people with some health issues, according to authorities.

Flu Shots Now Available at CVS Pharmacy® and MinuteClinic®

Nearly three quarters of Americans say they plan to get a flu shot this year; 45% planning on getting their vaccine at a retail pharmacy

Metro To Require COVID Vaccine Or Weekly Testing For Employees

Metro is implementing a new policy where employees will be required to provide proof of COVID vaccination or negative coronavirus tests.

DC Mayor Mandates COVID Vaccines For Government Workers, Teachers

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said Tuesday that all District government employees must get vaccinated against COVID-19 by mid-September.

Hospital Capacity In Washington DC Area: See The Latest

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in District of Columbia and across DC.

Boil Water Advisory In Effect For Northeast DC Neighborhoods

DC Water issued a boil water advisory Thursday for some customers in Northeast D.C. after a temporary loss of pressure Wednesday afternoon.

DC To Require Masks Indoors For Everyone Older Than 2

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser issued an order Thursday requiring that masks be required in public indoor settings beginning Saturday morning.

See Where Washington DC Ranks In New Fittest Cities List

Here’s how Washington, D.C. compared to 99 other cities in the 2021 American Fitness Index.

DC Loosens Mask-Wearing Policy For City Employees

Starting Monday, the District of Columbia updated its mask-wearing policy for city employees under a new city administrator order.

Hot-Car Deaths By The Numbers In DC, And How To Prepare

Children in Washington, D.C. are at a heightened risk of dying in a hot car this summer.

Got The Vaccine At A CVS In NoVA, DC? Big Prizes Are Possible

CVS will give away Super Bowl tickets, vacations and cash to encourage DC and Virginia residents to get vaccinated.

DC, 2 VA Cities Ranked Among Worst Places For Mosquitoes

The 50 cities where pest control company Orkin got the most calls about mosquitoes from April 2020-March 2021 includes DC and two VA cities.

Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up In Washington DC Area

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives coming up near you.

American Cancer Society ResearcHERS - Women Fighting Cancer

Help fuel women researching cancer breakthroughs and cures!

Group Opens Transitional Drug Treatment Program for Women in DC

Samaritan Inns, which focuses on homelessness and addiction, is accepting new clients at a newly renovated location on Ontario Road.

J&J Vaccine: Panel Recommends Lifting Pause In DC, Nationally

A key federal committee recommended the CDC lift the pause of the Johnson & Johnson single-dose COVID-19 vaccine in D.C. and nationally.

Hospital Capacity In Washington DC Area: See Latest Numbers

Here is updated data on hospital capacity in District of Columbia.

Mary's Center Gets Health Equity Grant Focused on Prostate Cancer

American Cancer Society and Pfizer Award $250,000 to Reduce Prostate Cancer Disparities Among Black Men in the DC Area

Higher Soda Tax For D.C. Residents Pushed By Councilmembers

Six D.C. councilmember are backing legislation that would replace the city’s existing sales tax on sugary drinks with an excise tax.

Washington DC Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a series of blood drives soon in the Washington DC area.

D.C. To Ease COVID Restrictions, Allow 5K Fans At Nats Park

The District of Columbia will be loosening several COVID-19 restrictions starting March 22, including limits placed on indoor dining.

Marine Corps Marathon Offers Glimmer Of Hope For In-Person Race

The Marine Corps Marathon is currently scheduled as a virtual race, but it could change to an in-person race if COVID-19 conditions improve.

Update: Hospital Capacity In Washington DC Area

Here's how the waning coronavirus pandemic is affecting hospitals in District of Columbia.

DC Vaccine Site Faces Technical Problems As Eligibility Expands

On the first day that D.C. expanded its eligibility requirements to reserve a vaccination appointment, the District's system broke down.

Hospital Capacity In Washington DC Area: Weekly Update

Here's how the waning COVID-19 pandemic is affecting hospital capacity in District of Columbia and across DC.

How Coronavirus Is Affecting Washington DC Area Nursing Homes: Weekly Update

The federal government is tracking the decline of COVID-19 cases in nursing homes, including in the Washington DC area.