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Pregnancy, birth and the first year in District of Columbia, in 14 topics: from who runs maternal and child health to what happens at your newborn's screening.

State Maternal and Child Health Department

In Washington DC, the Family Health Bureau within the DC Health (District of Columbia Department of Health) play central roles in managing services and initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes for women, infants, children, and families.

Contact Information
District of Columbia Department of Health (DC Health)

Main Office Address

2201 Shannon Place SE
Washington, DC 20020
USA

Phone: (202) 442-5955
Fax: (202) 442-4795
TTY: 711

Hours of Operation

Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (Eastern Time)

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