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DEC. 22, 2020
Since the pandemic began, we have all hoped for the production of a safe and effective vaccine to prevent COVID-19 infection and its complications, and allow everyone the chance to begin a return to normal. And now we have moved one step closer to that goal as approved vaccines are being delivered to health districts and health care facilities across Virginia.
Arlington Public Health Division, part of the Virginia Department of Health (VDH), is following the Virginia Vaccination Prioritization Guidelines, which begin with Phase 1a – Healthcare Workers and Long-Term Care Residents, starting the inoculation process for the Commonwealth’s two top-priority groups.
Currently, vaccine distribution is limited to those in priority group 1a, and will be expanded as supplies and resources to administer the vaccine increase, but may not be widely available to the general public until at least mid-2021.
More information about vaccine availability will be communicated as it becomes available. You can stay updated by visiting the following websites:
The safest way to celebrate winter holidays is at home with the people who live with you. Travel and gatherings with family and friends who do not live with you can increase your chances of getting or spreading COVID-19 or the flu.
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Everyone Can Do Their Part
- Wear a mask indoors and outdoors
- Stay at least 6 feet away from others who do not live with you
- Avoid crowded, poorly ventilated indoor spaces
- Wash your hands
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Make Winter Holiday Celebrations Safer
- Celebrating virtually or with the people you live with is the safest choice this winter.
- If you do gather with people who don’t live with you, gatherings and activities held outdoors are safer than indoor gatherings.
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Consider Other Winter Holiday Activities
- Schedule a time to eat a meal together virtually.
- Host a virtual “ugly” holiday sweater contest.
- Schedule a time to meet virtually to open gifts together.
- Build gingerbread houses, decorate cookies, or make holiday crafts and decorations.
- Drive or walk around your community to look at decorations from a safe distance or drive through a local holiday light display.
A special relief program has been established for customers having difficulty paying water-sewer bills during this difficult time. Apply by Jan. 15 online or by calling 703-228-5080, weekdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Questions about COVID-19? Call the County's public information line at
703-228-7999, Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
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