Alexandria Cancer Survivor's 24-Hour Stand Up To Cancer Returns

Nearly 11 years after cancer treatments, an Alexandria resident continues to raise funds for cancer research amid another ailment.

FDA Bans Red Dye 3 In Food: How It Could Impact VA Products

The move comes 35 years after the dye was barred from cosmetics because of potential cancer risks.

VA's Best Hospitals For 2024: See Full List

As 2024 comes to an end, here’s how Virginia hospitals stacked up in analyses and rankings.

‘Nobody Is Safe’: Track Your Risk Of Cancer-Causing Formaldehyde In VA

Formaldehyde, which causes more cancer than any other toxic chemical in outdoor air, puts many VA communities at risk. Check your address.

MD, NoVA Seeing Dramatic Spike In Walking Pneumonia Cases: Reports

Healthcare centers across D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia recorded a more than 300% increase in cases since this time last year.

9 Nursing Homes In NoVA Among Nation’s Best: U.S. News

U.S. News’ 2025 Best Nursing Homes report ranks facilities that offer short- or long-term care or assisted living services. See VA’s list.

The 13 Best Hospitals In Virginia: New National Ranking

See the top hospitals in Virginia, according to Newsweek and data partner Statista’s America’s Best In-State Hospitals 2025 ranking.

Inova's Oakville Health Center With ER Opens In Alexandria

The Inova Health Center – Oakville, located between Potomac Yard and Del Ray, is open at a new development with retail and residential.

Rabies Alert Issued After Raccoon Contact With Dogs In Alexandria

The health department notified residents about a raccoon that tested positive for rabies, which can be fatal in humans if not treated.

Alexandria Elementary School Found With Lead Eyes Reopening

After lead was found in an Alexandria elementary school building, the school is looking to reopen once cleaning and testing are complete.

Ground Broken On Alexandria, Franconia-Springfield Hospitals

The new hospital campus on the former Landmark Mall property is being constructed as Inova prepares to open another Alexandria facility.

Lead Exposure In School Prompts Blood Testing Recommendation

An Alexandria school is closed for several days and issued health department guidance on testing to check for lead.

Inova To Break Ground On Alexandria, Franconia-Springfield Facilities

Inova is breaking ground on two new facilities, an Alexandria hospital relocating to Landmark and the Franconia-Springfield hospital.

Minnie Howard Campus Pool Opens To Public In Alexandria

The Minnie Howard Campus pool is open, offering a lap swim pool and training pool with public access.

Updated COVID Vaccine Approved: What To Know, How To Get One In VA

The vaccines, which will be available soon, will target recent COVID strains that have contributed to a summer surge nationwide.

COVID Levels 'High' In VA As New Variant Spreads

A summer surge in COVID-19 in Virginia and other states has virus activity at a high level, with hospital cases increasing, the CDC says.

With Excessive Heat Alerts See Cooling Centers In Greater Alexandria

Cooling centers are open around greater Alexandria, which is under an excessive heat warning Monday and a heat watch Tuesday.

Worst VA Cities For Bed Bug Infestations, Plus DC: Report

Ten Virginia cities and DC ranked among the worst cities for bed bug infestations, according to a new study by Pest Gnome​​.

Pests, Mold, Smoking Identified As Health Concerns In Alexandria Homes

A coalition formed to improve health within Alexandria homes found pests, mold and more hazards to be concerns in a resident survey.

Bike To Work Day 2024 To Include Alexandria Stops

The Bike to Work Day event across the region will encourage commuters to ditch solo driving and enjoy freebies at bike pit stops.

These Are VA's Top 10 Most-Polluted Cities, Report Says

More than 30 Virginia municipalities exceeded World Health Organization standards for air quality, according to a new study.

Common Household Breathing Hazards Tackled In Alexandria Program

A free program for people with asthma and COPD can help them eliminate breathing hazards and avoid costly hospital visits.

Infant Mortality Rate Rises For 1st Time In 20 Years: See VA Data

Increases in RSV and flu cases that packed pediatric emergency rooms last year may explain an increase in infant mortality. See VA data.

Coal Tar Remediation Addressed In Alexandria Settlement

The City of Alexandria made a settlement to address remaining coal tar contamination from a former manufacturing gas plant.

'Murky Water' In Alexandria Caused By Water Main Break

A report of cloudy water in a stream was traced to a water main break Thursday, according to Alexandria city government.

Extreme Heat Precautions for Families Facing Dementia

As the temperatures rise across the country, extreme heat can be especially stressful and confusing for individuals with Alzheimer's

When Will The Smoke Clear In NoVA, DC? Code Red Alert

DC and Northern Virginia are under a Code Red alert for poor air quality. Here's when forecasters say conditions should improve.

Gun Locks Distributed In Alexandria As Suicide Prevention Measure

As part of a statewide suicide prevention effort, Alexandria libraries are now providing free gun locks.

Bike To Work Day 2023 Includes City Of Alexandria Stops

The Bike to Work Day event on May 19 will encourage commuters to ditch their cars and enjoy freebies at bike pit stops.

Another COVID Vaccine Booster Offered To Limited Groups In Alexandria

The Alexandria Health Department has updated guidance on who should get a COVID-19 bivalent booster and when to ward off the coronavirus.

Alexandria Health Department Set For Relocation To New Building

The Alexandria Health Department and other city services are moving to a new Mark Center facility.

12 Virginia Hospitals Among 250 Best In America: Healthgrades

Hospitals in Virginia were ranked among the top 100 and 250 hospitals in the nation and were recognized with specialty awards.

Dog Flu Infections Affect Dog Care Care Facility In Alexandria

VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital said there has been a rise in canine influenza infections, which is rarely fatal for dogs.

Curative COVID Testing Sites To Close In Alexandria Near End Of 2022

Other options for COVID-19 testing will remain in Alexandria after Curative's testing kiosks close.

Virginia’s Safest Hospitals: Latest Rankings Released For Fall

Leapfrog, a health care watchdog group, has released its fall ratings on patient safety at hospitals around Virginia.

Alexandria Man Tops Handcycle Finishers At Marine Corps Marathon

An Alexandria man was first in the handcycle category at Saturday's Marine Corps Marathon, one of the world's largest marathons.

Adding COVID To CDC Vax Schedule Doesn't Mandate It In Virginia

Despite the COVID-19 vaccine being added to the routine immunization schedule​, the CDC cannot require it for Virginians.

Updated COVID Booster Available To Children 5-11 In Virginia

New COVID boosters targeting omicron subvariants of COVID-19 and the original strain have been expanded to children 5 and older.

Updated COVID-19 Booster Vaccine Available At Alexandria Giant Food

The updated COVID-19 bivalent booster vaccine is now available at Giant Food pharmacies in Alexandria, along with the seasonal flu shot.

Alexandria Runner Among Top Quantico 12K Finishers

A runner from Alexandria placed second among female runners in Saturday's Quantico 12K, part of the Marine Corps Marathon event series.