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Feb 04, 2021

District Health Officials Begin Vaccinations For People Experiencing Homelessness

Those in congregated shelters will have the option to get vaccinated starting next week.

Mar 27, 2020

D.C. School Nurses Say They Were Given A Choice: Fight COVID-19 Or Face Possible Layoffs

Some at-risk nurses are worried they won’t have access to personal protective equipment.

Jul 26, 2019

There’s A Stomach Bug Going Around And It May Be Tied To Fresh Basil

D.C. health officials say that fresh basil from Mexico may be linked to an uptick in cyclosporiasis, an intestinal disease that can cause flu-like symptoms.

May 24, 2016

Fewer Zombies In New Anti-Synthetic Drugs Ad Campaign Targeting Adults

This awareness effort is an extension of the Health Department’s K2 Zombie DC.

Jun 13, 2013

Infant Mortality Rate Still Decreasing in D.C.

There’s good news out of Mayor Vince Gray’s office today: The infant mortality rate in D.C. is continuing to drop.

Apr 26, 2012

D.C.’s Infant Mortality Rate Decreases Dramatically

D.C.’s infant mortality rate has hit a historic low, according to a report by the D.C. Department of Health published today.

May 14, 2009

Five Guys Locations Closed After Visit from Inside Edition‘s ‘Rat Patrol’

Tom Lee Inside Edition’s “Rat Patrol” returned to the District this week, taking aim, perhaps predictably, at the various D.C. fast food joints recently frequented by the Obamas. The television program confirmed that two of the eateries featured in the upcoming episode were Five Guys restaurants, including the Dupont Circle location where Michelle Obama took members of her staff for lunch back in February. Indeed, the Five Guys located at 1645 Connecticut Ave NW…

 
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