The Prince William Health District (PWHD) operates multiple programs to protect and improve the health and well-being of its residents. Services provided include: immunizations; environmental health services, including restaurant and pool inspections; woman and teen wellness; confidential diagnosis, treatment, and counseling for sexually transmitted diseases; tuberculosis screening and diagnostic chest x-rays; confidential HIV testing and early intervention services; nutritional education and food vouchers for women, infants, and children (WIC) clients; processing of marriage, divorce, birth and death certificates; Every Woman's Life breast and cervical cancer screenings, and investigation and response of emerging diseases of public health threat and other reportable diseases. Services are provided at several different locations throughout the community.
Vision: Prince William Health District, a community of healthy people and a healthy environment.
Mission: The Prince William Health District (PWHD) is dedicated to promoting optimum wellness and a healthy environment. As the community’s Chief Health Strategist, PWHD will work beyond traditional public health programs and services to build strong cross-sector community coalitions that address the social determinants of health to ensure health equity, and to make PWHD the healthiest community in Virginia. Read more on how public health looks like in the Prince William Health District.
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March 27, 2023 ![]()
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The Prince William Health District What You Should Know: National Nutrition Month![]()
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National Nutrition Month - Created 50 years ago by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, National Nutrition month is observed annually during March. This year’s theme centered on “Fuel for the Future”. ![]()
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Key Messages![]()
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Eat with the environment in mind:![]()
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•Enjoy more plant-based meals and snacks.![]()
•Purchase foods with minimal packaging.![]()
•Buy foods in season and shop locally when possible.![]()
•Start a container or backyard garden to grow food at home.![]()
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See a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN):![]()
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•Ask your doctor for a referral to an RDN.![]()
•Find an RDN who specializes in your unique needs.![]()
•Learn how nutrient needs may change with age.![]()
•Receive personalized nutrition information to meet your health goals.![]()
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Stay nourished and save money:![]()
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•Plan your meals and snacks.![]()
•See what food you have at home before purchasing more.![]()
•Use a grocery list and shop sales when purchasing food.![]()
•Learn about community resources such as SNAP, WIC and local food banks.![]()
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Eat a variety of foods from all food groups:![]()
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•Include your favorite cultural foods and traditions.![]()
•Eat foods in various forms including fresh, frozen, canned and dried.![]()
•Avoid fad diets that promote unnecessary restrictions.![]()
•Practice gratitude for your body by giving it the fuel it needs.![]()
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Make tasty foods at home:![]()
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•Learn cooking and meal preparation skills.![]()
•Try new flavors and foods from around the world.![]()
•Find creative ways to use leftovers rather than tossing them.![]()
•Create happy memories by eating with friends and family when possible.![]()
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More ideas on how to get involved in National Nutrition Month: bit.ly/eatright-org-national-nutrition-month![]()
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Prince William Health District Mobile Clinic Unit is Offering the Covid-19 and Flu Vaccine![]()
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•Tuesday March 28, from 11:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (This clinic will be indoors). ![]()
•Todos Neighborhood Market 16593 River Ridge Blvd, Woodbridge, VA 22191![]()
•Vaccines offered for ages 5 years and older: Pfizer & Moderna (including boosters), according to current recommendations - While vaccine supplies last. ![]()
•No appointments are required. Walk-ins are accepted as long as supplies last. However, appointments can be made at: vaccinate.virginia.gov Weather permitting. ![]()
•COVID-19 at-home test kits available (as supplies last) ![]()
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•Thursday March 30, from 11:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (This clinic will be indoors). ![]()
•Townsquare at Dumfries Apartments 3930 Townsquare Ct, Dumfries, VA 22026![]()
•Vaccines offered for ages 5 years and older: Pfizer & Moderna (including boosters), according to current recommendations - While vaccine supplies last. ![]()
•No appointments are required. Walk-ins are accepted as long as supplies last. However, appointments can be made at: vaccinate.virginia.gov Weather permitting. ![]()
•COVID-19 at-home test kits available (as supplies last) ![]()
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PWHD Update Information Posted Monday and Friday:![]()
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•PWHD Website: www.vdh.virginia.gov/prince-william/3293-2/ ![]()
•Facebook: www.facebook.com/PrinceWilliamHD ![]()
•Nextdoor: nextdoor.com ![]()
•Twitter: twitter.com/PrinceWilliamHD
Tomorrow March 28, 2023![]()
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Prince William Health District Mobile Clinic Unit is Offering the Covid-19 and Flu Vaccine![]()
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• Tuesday March 28, from 11:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (This clinic will be indoors).![]()
• Todos Neighborhood Market 16593 River Ridge Blvd, Woodbridge, VA 22191![]()
• Vaccines offered for ages 5 years and older: Pfizer & Moderna (including boosters), according to current recommendations – While vaccine supplies last.![]()
• No appointments are required. Walk-ins are accepted as long as supplies last. However, appointments can be made at: vaccinate.virginia.gov Weather permitting.![]()
• COVID-19 at-home test kits available (as supplies last)![]()
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PWHD Update Information Posted Monday and Friday:![]()
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• PWHD Website: www.vdh.virginia.gov/prince–william/3293–2/![]()
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/PrinceWilliamHD![]()
Nextdoor: nextdoor.com![]()
• Twitter: twitter.com/PrinceWilliamHD
March 24, 2023![]()
Prince William Health District Mobile Clinic Unit is Offering the Covid-19 and Flu Vaccine![]()
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• Tuesday March 28, from 11:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (This clinic will be indoors).![]()
• Todos Neighborhood Market 16593 River Ridge Blvd, Woodbridge, VA 22191![]()
• Vaccines offered for ages 5 years and older: Pfizer & Moderna (including boosters), according to current recommendations – While vaccine supplies last.![]()
• No appointments are required. Walk-ins are accepted as long as supplies last. However, appointments can be made at: vaccinate.virginia.gov Weather permitting.![]()
• COVID-19 at-home test kits available (as supplies last)![]()
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• Thursday March 30, from 11:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (This clinic will be indoors).![]()
• Townsquare at Dumfries Apartments 3930 Townsquare Ct, Dumfries, VA 22026![]()
• Vaccines offered for ages 5 years and older: Pfizer & Moderna (including boosters), according to current recommendations – While vaccine supplies last.![]()
• No appointments are required. Walk-ins are accepted as long as supplies last. However, appointments can be made at: vaccinate.virginia.gov Weather permitting.![]()
• COVID-19 at-home test kits available (as supplies last)![]()
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PWHD Update Information Posted Monday and Friday:![]()
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• PWHD Website: www.vdh.virginia.gov/prince–william/3293–2/![]()
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/PrinceWilliamHD![]()
• Nextdoor: nextdoor.com![]()
• Twitter: twitter.com/PrinceWilliamHD
Tomorrow March 25, 2023![]()
Prince William Health District Mobile Clinic Unit is Offering the Covid-19 and Flu Vaccine at CASA![]()
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• Saturday March 25, from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm (this clinic will be indoors).![]()
• CASA at 2359 Research Ct. Woodbridge, VA 22192![]()
• Vaccines offered for ages 5 years and older: Pfizer & Moderna (including boosters), according to current recommendations – While vaccine supplies last.![]()
• No appointments are required. Walk-ins are accepted as long as supplies last. However, appointments can be made at: vaccinate.virginia.gov Weather permitting.![]()
• COVID-19 at-home test kits available (as supplies last)![]()
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More info: www.vdh.virginia.gov/prince-william/prince-william-health-district-events/![]()
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Mañana Marzo 25, 2023![]()
El Distrito de Salud de Prince William estará ofreciendo la vacuna de COVID-19 y Influenza en el evento de CASA.![]()
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• Sábado Marzo 25, de 9:00 am - 2:00 pm (estaremos en el interior).![]()
• CASA en 2359 Research Ct. Woodbridge, VA 22192![]()
• Vacunas Pfizer y Moderna dosis primarias y de refuerzos contra Covid-19 ofrecidas para 5 años y adelante.![]()
• No se require cita.![]()
• Kits de prueba de COVID-19 gratuitas para el hogar estarán disponibles.![]()
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Más info: www.vdh.virginia.gov/prince-william/prince-william-health-district-events/
#WorldTBDay 🌎 is observed annually on March 24 to raise awareness about TB and efforts to end the global epidemic.![]()
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We must continue to “Think, Test, and Treat TB.” TB is still a life-threatening problem that does not discriminate, as it still impacts people across the United States. ![]()
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For more information of our TB services visit: bit.ly/PrinceWilliamHealthDistrict![]()
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#DíaMundialDeLaTB 🌎 se observa anualmente el 24 de Marzo para crear conciencia sobre la tuberculosis y los esfuerzos para poner fin a la epidemia mundial.![]()
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Debemos continuar "Pensar, Probar y Tratar la TB". La TB sigue siendo un problema potencialmente mortal que no discrimina, ya que todavía afecta personas en Estados Unidos. ![]()
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Para mas informacion de nuestros servicios visite: bit.ly/PrinceWilliamHealthDistrict