Sunday, December 29, 2024

Health

How to Get Vaccinated in DC: The Simple Guide

Despite a sluggish early vaccine rollout across DC, coronavirus vaccinations are now available far and wide. Ready to get your shot? Here’s how.

DC Opens COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics for Children Ages 12-18 at Public Schools

DC Health announced Wednesday new COVID-19 vaccine clinics will soon open at six public schools to serve all District children ages 12 to 18.

Help Someone Get Vaccinated East of River, Win $51 VISA Gift Card

DC is giving out gift cards to individuals who help a friend, family member, or a neighbor make a plan to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

Disability Rights DC Releases ‘Disturbing’ Report on Psychiatric Institute of Washington

Disability Rights DC is accusing the Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW) of "very disturbing specific and systemic failures."

District Moves to Ban Sales of Flavored Tobacco, Menthol Cigarettes

The DC Council passed a bill that would ban the sale of flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes and flavored e-cigarettes.

DC Hospitals Will Require Employees to Get Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Hospitals in DC will require all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, the DCHA announced.

DC Public Schools Outline New Safety Guidelines for Reopening

DC Public Schools (DCPS) has outlined its new health and safety measures for full time in-person learning in the 2021-2022 school year.

Select DC Public Schools Open Coronavirus Vaccine Clinics for Students, Families

DC Public Schools (DCPS) opened COVID-19 vaccination clinics that don't require appointments for students and their families on June 1.