Alexandria Coronavirus Update: 36 Cases, Restrictions Enforced

The latest updates include a warning against unproven coronavirus treatments, parking restriction changes, and how to help neighbors.

Person With Coronavirus Visited Alexandria Pub, Exposure Possible

The Alexandria Health Department says exposure was possible on several days the person visited Murphy’s Irish Pub.

Alexandria Coronavirus: What's Open Closed, Canceled

Closures are being announced amid the new coronavirus outbreak. We're rounding up the latest closure announcements.

Social Distancing Urged By Alexandria Health Department

While the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, health officials urge social distancing in public.

Second Presumptive New Coronavirus Case Identified In Alexandria

An Alexandria resident who attended a conference in DC had close contact with a person who later tested positive for COVID-19.

New Coronavirus Patient Visited Virginia Theological Seminary

The Alexandria Health Department urges people who visited the Immanuel Chapel during certain dates to self-monitor for symptoms.

CVS Waiving Fees For Prescription Delivery In Alexandria

CVS Pharmacies will waive charges for the home delivery of prescription meds amid precautions regarding the new coronavirus.

How Transit Agencies Are Responding To New Coronavirus In DC, VA

As health officials recommend preventative measures, transit agencies announced what they're doing to prevent the spread of the virus.

Alexandria's Coronavirus Prep To Be Detailed In Virtual Session

Officials will take questions and detail their preparations. No cases of the new coronavirus have been confirmed in Alexandria or Virginia.

Locally-Owned Alexandria Gym Shares Health Tips For New Year

The personal training and fitness gym moved from Old Town to a larger location in West End Alexandria.

Four Mile Run Contaminant Prompts Warning In Alexandria

Residents and pets should avoid Four Mile Run temporarily due to a spill upstream in Arlington County.

Alexandria Runners In Top Three At Marine Corps Marathon Events

Runners from Alexandria were top finishers among tens of thousands participating in Marine Corps Marathon events.

Alexandria: Your ZIP Code May Influence How Long You Live

How long you live might be affected by your neighborhood, according to the most recent data from the CDC.

Why Abortion Rates Plummeted As Access Shrank In Virginia

The abortion rate plummeted in Virginia from 2011-2017, and legislation isn’t the reason, a study says. The opposite was true in DC.

Here’s How Fast Alexandria's Temperature Is Rising

A new study shows how temperatures have risen since the late 1800s in jurisdictions around the U.S.

Environmental Study Shows Impact Of Alexandria's Sewer System Fix

An environmental assessment details impacts of the stormwater tunnel construction, which aims to reduce sewage entering waterways.

Here's How Clean Alexandria's Drinking Water Was In 2018

Virginia American Water released a report detailing water quality standards for water in Alexandria homes and businesses.

Virginia Hospital Safety Ratings: 2 Earn 'D' Grades, 35 Get 'A'

Virginia has 35 hospitals with an A grade and two that earned a D, according to biannual hospital safety ratings from Leapfrog.

How Likely It Is To Get Skin Cancer In Alexandria

May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month. In Alexandria, the rate of new skin cancer cases isn't as high as other Virginia counties.

Measles Outbreak Prompts Guidance On Vaccinations In Alexandria

The Alexandria Health Department asks residents to take preventative steps due to the U.S. measles outbreak.

Here Are The Biting Ticks In Virginia: High Number Of Lyme Cases

Several species of ticks bite and transmit ailments like spotted fever and Lyme disease are found in Virginia. Here’s how to prevent them.

How Alexandria Ranks For Health, Life Expectancy

See how Alexandria ranks for quality of life, physical environment and other factors compared to other places.

Alexandria To Get State Funding For Sewer System Fixes

The state is requiring Alexandria to remediate combined sewer systems to reduce sewage overflow into the Potomac River.

Flu Level Widespread Across Virginia And DC, No Deaths Reported

The CDC says the flu is widespread in most of the US, including Virginia, but the state has not noted any deaths from the virus this season.

4 Suspected Opioid Overdoses Reported Within Days In Alexandria

Officials are warning of extremely concentrated or mixed forms of opioids after two fatal and two non-fatal overdoses.

Flu Activity High Across Virginia, No Deaths Reported

The CDC has declared the flu "widespread" in Virginia, where the state has seen a jump in tests confirming influenza across the state.

Wegmans Recalls 4 Products From VA Stores Over E. Coli Concerns

Due to concerns over E. coli, four products were recalled from stores in Virginia.

Virginia, DC Hospital Safety Grades Released For Fall 2018

The nonprofit group Leapfrog released its bi-annual round of hospital safety grades. See what grade your hospital in DC, Virginia scored.

Alexandria Named A 2018 Best Bike City In America

Between scenic trails and safety improvements, Alexandria is on the way up as a bike city.

E. Coli Beef Recall Includes Virginia Stores

The USDA and Cargill recalled ground beef products amid E. coli concerns. Here's where the beef was sold in Virginia.

Alexandria Resident Bikes To Find Cure For Cancer

An Alexandria cyclist will ride up to 192 miles in the Pan-Mass Challenge for adult and pediatric cancer research.

ADHD, AIDS Are Virginia, DC's Most-Googled Health Conditions

Virginia residents searched most often for health information about ADHD, while DC residents looked for HIV/AIDS information the most.

Alexandria Sewer Systems Fixes Approved

A new tunnel system will be constructed to meet the state requirement to fix Alexandria's sewer systems by 2025.

HIV Down, But Geographically Concentrated: Rates In Virginia, DC

New HIV infection rates are down 18 percent, but progress lags in some areas of the country. Here's the picture in Virginia, DC.

Person Diagnosed With TB At Alexandria Elementary School

People in close contact with the infected person will be tested for TB, according to the Alexandria Health Department.

VA Tick Numbers Boom, Diseases Spread: Bug Guy

Wet winter weather brings an increased tick population, says the Bug Guy. What to look for and the diseases ticks in Virginia carry.

2018 GW Parkway Classic: Top Race Finishers

Runners from the region and across the U.S. participated in the race up the George Washington Memorial Parkway.

Meet The 2018 Boston Marathon Runners From Alexandria

42 runners will represent Alexandria at one of the world's most famous races on Monday.

ER Visits Spike As Flu Spreads Across NoVa, DC

ER visits have jumped in the last two weeks as the flu spread across Virginia and DC, health officials say. CDC records show 12 VA deaths.

Spring Hills Mt. Vernon Assisted Living Receives Two Awards

Assisted Living Community Provided with Award From SeniorAdvisor.com and ThreeBestRated.com