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Experiencing mold toxicity is a terrifying thought for most people. Although it may seem like an interesting concept for a medical drama, nobody wants to experience the effects of mold exposure firsthand.

Mold is a fungus that thrives in wet environments, such as under tiles, wood floors, and ceilings, pipes, and roofs. While several types of mold exist, some are more hazardous than others, and some individuals may be allergic or sensitive to mycotoxins, the toxins that mold naturally produces. Exposure to excessive amounts of mold, or the types of mold that trigger health problems, can lead to mold toxicity and even CIRS - Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome. This acute and chronic systemic inflammatory response syndrome is typically acquired after exposure to mold or other producers of biotoxins, usually from damaged water buildings.

If you believe that you're suffering from mold toxicity or mold illness, it can seem like the world is folding in on you. No matter what you do, your symptoms persist, lowering your quality of life and eliminating your peace of mind. Fortunately, there is reason to be hopeful: Proactive Wellness Centers now offers a research-backed, highly effective mold illness poisoning treatment in Sterling, VA for men and women just like yourself and your children as well if they have been impacted.

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CIRS and Mold Toxicity

CIRS and mold illness are on the rise, and accurate diagnosis of the issue plays a major role in this trend. Thanks to Dr. Ritchie Shoemaker, there is a huge body of evidence that covers diagnosing and treating patients with CIRS. Dr. Lawson is one of less than 30 practitioners in the United States that are fully certified by Dr. Shoemaker for diagnosing and treating CIRS. The body of evidence by Shoemaker and many associates is the largest body of scientific evidence that is published in major medical journals. Around 80% of CIRS/Mold cases are caused by indoor air contaminated with mold toxins and other triggers. However, it's important to note that CIRS can also be caused by biotoxin producers such as cyanobacteria and a marine dinoflagellate that produces the Ciguatera toxin found in certain types of fish.

When mold or biotoxins are not processed effectively, a series of biochemical changes known as the Biotoxin Pathway occur. Genetic studies have revealed that approximately 24% of individuals have a genetic makeup that makes them susceptible to developing an illness related to mold or biotoxins. The remaining 76% of the population can typically eliminate these toxins from their system and avoid the development of the Biotoxin Pathway that can lead to various diseases.

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CIRS and Mold Poisoning Misdiagnosis

CIRS and mold exposure symptoms overlap with many other chronic illnesses, which makes diagnosis challenging and can even lead to missed diagnosis of CIRS. Based on research from Proactive Wellness Centers, CIRS is frequently misdiagnosed. Some of the most common misdiagnoses include:

  • Lupus
  • Chronic Pain Syndrome
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
  • PTSD
  • More

Lyme disease, in particular, is often misdiagnosed. We have treated a number of patients whose symptoms were in line with Lyme disease. Fortunately, we were able to confirm the presence of CIRS and mold and were able to successfully help those patients using CIRS treatment in Sterling, VA.

Note that many of these patients have CIRS and Lyme disease and in that case, it is necessary to treat both in order for full recovery. Treating one or the other will invariably leave the patient with debilitating symptoms and even more frustration with their medical team. At Proactive Wellness Centers, we are skilled In diagnosing and treating both.

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CIRS and Mold Poisoning Symptoms

If you're reading this page, chances are you're concerned that you might have CIRS or some form of mold poisoning. You may be wondering what you have - is it CIRS, or is it something else like Lyme disease? We can't provide the answer to that question without consultation and testing at our wellness center in Virginia. However, there are common symptoms of CIRS and mold toxicity you should know.

Some of the most common symptoms of CIRS include:

  • Fatigue
  • Decreased Word Finding
  • Headaches
  • Difficulty Concentrating
  • Morning Stiffness
  • Tremors
  • Excessive Thirst
  • Tingling
  • Night Sweats
  • Frequent Urination
  • Confusion
  • Mood Swings

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Tools for Diagnosing Mold Sickness and CIRS

Identifying and confirming if a patient is being impacted by CIRS and identifying the cause and source of the biotoxin are the two main steps in diagnosing CIRS and Mold Exposure. To diagnose CIRS and Mold Exposure, the following diagnostic tools are commonly used:

To learn more about the debilitating symptoms of mold sickness and to find out whether you have CIRS or something else, contact Proactive Wellness Centers. Our team of medical professionals is here to help you every step of the way.

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Hope for Patients with CIRS: Proactive Wellness Centers' Mold Illness Treatment in Sterling, VA

Our approach to treating CIRS utilizes integrative and functional medicine, The Shoemaker Protocol along with the latest evidence-based approaches to treating mold illness and the related secondary issues that it causes. We begin by utilizing advanced diagnostics to confirm the presence of the condition and identify the specific environment causing continued exposure to biotoxins. Next, we take a stepwise approach to halt the progression of the disease, eliminate biotoxins from the body, and reverse any damage to cellular structures. Our goal is to help patients achieve a full recovery.

To do this, we not only have to identify the primary condition like CIRS or Lyme disease, but we then have to continue looking to see if you have any of the common secondary conditions like reactivated EBV, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), and others. Once we understand the totally of your condition, then we can implement a treatment plan tailored for you. Yes, it will leverage the Shoemaker protocol, but we have found that we have to extend the protocol to cover the secondary issues that we uncover.

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The steps we follow to reach that goal include:

In order to initiate the recovery process, it is important to address and resolve any affected areas, or, alternatively, relocate the patient from that environment if necessary. Prolonged exposure to mold can hinder the success of the treatment plan and impede the healing process.

Two commonly used binding agents in the process of treating Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome are Welchol and Cholestyramine. Cholestyramine is particularly effective in binding biotoxins that are processed in the liver's bile ducts and helps to eliminate them from the body. It has been scientifically proven, through placebo-controlled studies, to reverse multiple aspects of the inflammatory process associated with CIRS.

Many individuals experiencing mold sickness and other chronic inflammatory illnesses may have a staph infection called MARCoNS (Multiple Antibiotic Resistant Coagulase Negative Staphylococci) residing deep in their nasal cavities. This infection is resistant to antibiotics and needs to be eliminated for the patient to fully recover.

Each patient requires a customized plan based on the affected areas and CIRS severity. Retesting is necessary after each step to confirm balance restoration. Testing may include some or all of the following:
  • VIP
  • TGF Beta 1
  • MMP9
  • ADH
  • Antigliadin
  • Androgen Imbalance
  • C4a
  • More

In order to halt the growth of mold fungi, patients need to avoid foods that can cause mycotoxins. Some examples of these foods include:
  • Barley
  • Cottonseed
  • Peanuts
  • Corn
  • Black Pepper
  • Figs
  • Rice
  • Bread
  • Beans
  • More
Proactive Wellness has a proven track record of treating patients who have experienced severe health issues without any clear explanation. Unlike other "syndromes," our diagnosis process involves specific tests to confirm a diagnosis rather than simply ruling out other diseases.
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Fibromyalgia, Lupus, Chronic Fatigue, and Chronic Pain Syndrome are examples of illnesses that are often diagnosed without such confirmatory tests. If you are experiencing unexplained health issues or have been exposed to water-damaged buildings, it is possible that you are suffering from CIRS or a mold illness.

The good news is that we can diagnose and address this disease with a mold illness treatment program in Sterling, VA tailored to your body and your symptoms. That way, we can help you regain your health as soon as possible.

Be Wary of These

5 Symptoms of Mold Exposure

Mold spores can easily be brought into your home on your shoes or clothing or through open windows or doors. If these spores can find a warm, damp, humid environment, they can begin to multiply. Soon, your home can be filled with toxic mold. If you think mold has invaded your home or another environment, like in an office or warehouse, it's important for you to know about the symptoms.

Unfortunately, diagnosing mold issues can be exceptionally difficult. But why? The answer can be quite frustrating.

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Understanding the Difficulty of Diagnosing Mold Symptoms

Many doctors fail to recognize the impact of mycotoxins emitted by certain indoor mold species, which can lead to chemical and inflammatory reactions. While conventional medicine acknowledges that mold can cause allergies, it may overlook this crucial aspect of mold-related health issues.

This can happen for several reasons:

  • Standardized treatment protocols for mold toxicity are offered mostly by Functional/Integrative physicians as the conventional physicians are not on board despite over 20 years of published research. Due to this issue, patients spend precious months/years going from doctor to doctor in the conventional channel with no answers.
  • Though ERMI testing has been accepted in the integrative/functional medical community, there isn't a "gold standard" in mold testing that is universally accepted.
  • Mold symptoms can manifest in vastly different ways depending on the patient.
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After understanding the points above, it's no wonder that mold poisoning can be hard to diagnose. Fortunately, integrative and functional holistic medicine providers and wellness centers like Proactive Wellness are flipping the proverbial script. Unlike traditional clinics, our team considers environmental factors that can affect patient health and has advanced training to provide mold poisoning treatment in Sterling, VA.

Now that you understand why mold symptoms are so hard to diagnose let's take a closer look at five of the most common indicators of mold sickness.

Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome Symptoms Sterling, VA

Fatigue

Fatigue is probably the number one symptom of well over 90% of CIRS patients. The level of fatigue varies from 5 on a 10 point scale all the way to 10 on a 10 point scale. Many patients can no longer work or remain productive as in the worst cases, the fatigue is overwhelming. College students living in moldy dorms frequently have to drop out of school until the illness is treated effectively. Older adults have to retire or stop working due the fatigue. If you have overwhelming fatigue, CIRS may be a major contributor to your illness.

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Breathing Problems

Exposure to mold can cause a host of respiratory problems, such as breathing difficulties, allergies, and asthma, especially in individuals with a weakened immune system. Mold can worsen asthma, irritate the nasal passages, lungs, and throat, and lead to symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, sneezing, sore throat, and nasal congestion. Other health issues such as hypersensitivity pneumonitis, sinus congestion, allergic rhinitis, asthma, and allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis have also been associated with mold sickness.

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Sadness and Depression

Mold can cause a variety of illnesses that can show up in different ways, such as psychological symptoms like anxiety, depression, insomnia, concentration problems, and memory loss. It has been reported that nearly 40% of people who live in moldy homes experience depression. Researchers suggest that exposure to toxic mold and dealing with the physical symptoms of mold illness can contribute to mental health issues.

Due to this phenomenon, many mold patients are given antidepressant medications in the conventional channels.

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Feeling "Pins and Needles"

Numbness, twitching, or tingling in the extremities, such as hands, feet, legs, and arms, is another symptom of mold illness. The sensation is similar to pins and needles, which are often felt when the body is held in an uncomfortable position for a long time. While this sensation can indicate serious nerve damage or disease, it can also be a symptom of mold sickness.

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Digestion Problems and Disorders

When exposed to mold, individuals may experience various digestive problems. Some may lose their appetite, leading to unintentional weight loss. Others may suffer from stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting. Furthermore, the influx of mold spores may trigger systemic inflammation, causing bloating and weight gain due to the digestive system's exposure to harmful mold.

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Top Tips for

Controlling Mold in Your Environment

It's not possible to completely eliminate all mold and mold spores from your home or place of work. However, since mold spores need moisture to grow, the best way to prevent or get rid of growth is to reduce the moisture in your environment. If you already have mold growing there, it's important to clean it up and address the issue causing dampness. If you only clean up the mold and don't address the underlying problem, the mold is likely to return.

Here are some tips to help reduce moisture throughout your home or office:

  • Use A/C or Dehumidifiers. This is especially important if you live in a hot, humid area of the United States.
  • Ensure A/C drip pans are clean, dry, and obstruction-free.
  • Thoroughly dry areas that are damp or wet within 48 hours.
  • Be sure to install insulation in cold areas like your home's exterior walls and windows. Doing so will reduce condensation.
  • Work with an HVAC company to check your HVAC system. Doing so can help ensure your unit is removing as much humidity as possible.
  • Keep the humidity in your home below 60% whenever possible.
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Here are some tips to help reduce moisture in your kitchen:

  • Check for leaks near your ice makers, sinks, and anywhere else water is present.
  • Make sure your exhaust fans are directing moisture outside, not into your attic.
  • If you notice your appliances are causing moisture on windows and other surfaces, turn them off as soon as you're done using them.

Here are some tips to help reduce moisture in crawlspaces:

  • Use a plastic covering on the dirt in your crawlspace. Doing so will prevent moisture from saturating the ground.
  • Ensure that your crawlspace or basement is ventilated well.
  • Check your home's gutters. Make sure they're directing water away from your property, not toward your foundation or crawlspace.

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Mold Toxicity Treatment in Sterling, VA

Trying to "tough it out" through life with CIRS isn't any way to live. If you're suffering from the effects of biotoxin illness, you should know that there are solutions available to help you reclaim your health and your life. With the help of a can-do attitude, healthy living, and mold illness treatment from Proactive Wellness, there's light at the end of the dark tunnel you're trapped within. Contact our office today to get started on your first step toward recovery!

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3 injured in Sterling nursing home fire, 'electrical event' in an HVAC believed to be the cause

Authorities say an "electrical event" in an HVAC unit caused the fire.LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. — Three people are in the hospital after a fire at a nursing home in Sterling on Thursday morning, after an "electrical event" in an HVAC unit on the property.Firefighters with the Loudoun County Fire Department were called to the Potomac Falls Health and Rehab Center in the 46000 block of Leesburg Pike around 7:30 a.m. for a report of a fire. Responding crews were able to evacuate the building. Three civilians we...

Authorities say an "electrical event" in an HVAC unit caused the fire.

LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. — Three people are in the hospital after a fire at a nursing home in Sterling on Thursday morning, after an "electrical event" in an HVAC unit on the property.

Firefighters with the Loudoun County Fire Department were called to the Potomac Falls Health and Rehab Center in the 46000 block of Leesburg Pike around 7:30 a.m. for a report of a fire. Responding crews were able to evacuate the building. Three civilians were taken to an area hospital for treatment of injuries, but details about those injuries, as well as their severity, have not been made public.

"Three residents were transported to area hospitals for further evaluation, and eight occupants were treated and/or released on scene," officials said in a press release Thursday afternoon.

Eleven residents were evaluated by EMS personnel and three residents were transported to Reston Hospital Center and Inova Loudoun Hospital – Lansdowne for further evaluation. One patient was later transferred to the Washington Hospital Burn Center for specialized care. Eight residents refused care after being evaluated by fire and rescue units.

Firefighters worked quickly to extinguish the blaze and remained on scene to make sure the building was safe for residents.

Investigators say the fire was caused by an "electrical event" in an HVAC unit in a patient's room on the ground floor and caused more than $963,000 in damage.

Leesburg Pike was closed for the fire response, but has since reopened to traffic.

Additional details, including damage estimates to the building, are not yet known. We are working to confirm more information and will update this story as soon as we know more.

Best Of 2025: Ravel Dance Company Celebrated For Nutcracker Tradition In Sterling

"Thank you for never giving up on the dream of bringing this tradition back to Reston."Sterling, VA — Every community has its bright spots — the neighbors, businesses and local favorites that make it feel like home. As 2025 comes to a close, Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter in Sterling through our Best of 2025 series.This story was submitted by Robert George, who nominated Ravel Dance Company. To share your own Best of 2025 no...

"Thank you for never giving up on the dream of bringing this tradition back to Reston."

Sterling, VA — Every community has its bright spots — the neighbors, businesses and local favorites that make it feel like home. As 2025 comes to a close, Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter in Sterling through our Best of 2025 series.

This story was submitted by Robert George, who nominated Ravel Dance Company. To share your own Best of 2025 nomination, click here to answer a few questions, and we’ll take it from there.

Who or what are you nominating for Best of 2025?

Ravel Dance Company

How did this person, place or experience make a difference in your life or community this year?

The company had 140 students perform their Nutcracker ballet at Capital One Hall and the Reston Community Center Stage influencing the lives of these performers through this experience and spreading joy to the local community of audience members.

What would you like everyone in town to know about your nominee?

Their Nutcracker ballet has been in the making for nearly 20 years. It takes a great deal of time to build a ballet. This year they have arrived as one of the premiere productions with extravagant costumes and elaborate sets not to mentioned polished choreography.

If you could tell them one thing, what would it be?

Thank you for never giving up on the dream of bringing this tradition back to Reston.

What’s something you love most about your town or community?

The Reston Community Center offers so much to so many from the performing arts with dance and the Reston orchestra to the many activities and classes.

We want to hear from you, too! Is there a restaurant, a contractor, a business, a person — even a place — that’s your pick for Best of 2025? Click here to answer a few questions, and your story could be featured on Patch.

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White Substance Growth On Food: Ashburn, Sterling Restaurant Inspections

Loudoun County health inspectors found a white substance on food, sandwiches with mold, a dirty ice machine and more during recent visits.ASHBURN, VA — Numerous restaurants in the Ashburn and Sterling area recorded violations during recent health department inspections so far in December.Violations at restaurants typically focus on factors that can contribute to food contamination. The local health department can also perform a re-inspection to ensure that possible violations have been corrected. For every observed viol...

Loudoun County health inspectors found a white substance on food, sandwiches with mold, a dirty ice machine and more during recent visits.

ASHBURN, VA — Numerous restaurants in the Ashburn and Sterling area recorded violations during recent health department inspections so far in December.

Violations at restaurants typically focus on factors that can contribute to food contamination. The local health department can also perform a re-inspection to ensure that possible violations have been corrected. For every observed violation, the inspector provides a specific corrective action that can be completed to rectify the violation.

Sometimes these are simple, and violations can be corrected during the course of the inspection. Some common violations may include foods hot holding or cold holding at improper temperatures, foods without dates marked, and sanitizer with improper amounts.

Here are restaurant inspection results in and around Ashburn and Sterling in December from the Loudoun County Health Department. Notable violations included debris inside the ice machine at King Pollo, expired food at Moon Lounge, white substance growth on food at a Subway, a fuzzy mold-like substance on sandwiches at Rahama African Restaurant.

All recent reports in Ashburn and Sterling are listed below.

Sushi Cho: 22000 Dulles Retail Plaza 100 Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 9 (pre-opening)

Violations: No violations found. Food Establishment Permit issued on 12/9/2025.

DC Prime Steakhouse: 20120 Lakeview Center Plaza Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

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Kokee Tea Cafe: 42795 Generation Dr #150 Ashburn, VA 20148

Last inspection: Dec. 8

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Chopathi India Kitchen: 42840 Creek View Plaza #100 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

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My Home Thai Bistro II: 19890 Belmont Chase Dr #185 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

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Five Guys Burgers & Fries: 44650 Waxpool Rd Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

Violations: No violations found.

Viet Fire Kitchen: 44650 Waxpool Rd #125 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

Violations: No violations. The person in charge has deep cleaned the floors and the facility is much cleaner, very little grease/dirt on floors. Saw no evidence of roaches in facility and they have closed the small hole under the three-compartment. Pest control is scheduled to come out every month.

Greek Unique: 44632 Guilford Drive #107 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

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Bubblebee x Ramen: 43330 Junction Plaza #192 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

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King Pollo: 22330 S. Sterling Blvd #113 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Dec. 8

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HHMI Main Kitchen: 19700 Helix Drive Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

Violations: No violations found. Routine inspection. Facility is clean, well-organized, and all temperatures tested were in range.

Moon Lounge: 20921 Davenport Dr #111 Sterling, VA 20165

Last inspection: Dec. 5

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MOD Pizza: 19855 Belmont Chase Dr #125 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 5

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Extreme Pita: 1 Saarinen Circle, Sterling, VA, USA Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 5

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Mona's Lebanese Cafe / Guilford Station Arts Club: 1006 Ruritan Circle Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Dec. 5

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Freshii Restaurant B60: 1 Saarinen Cir Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 5

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Last inspection: Dec. 5

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Chick-Fil-A Sugarland Crossing: 46920 Community Plaza Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Dec. 5

Violations: No violations found.

Auntie Anne's SRU: 1 Saarinen Cir Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 4

Violations: No violations found. First routine inspection. Facility receives fresh deliveries of pretzels from main kitchen multiple times per day. Items come individually wrapped and are transported in sealed hot-holding bags. TCS pretzels held hot over 135F but are discarded after 4 hours for quality. All ware washing and sanitizing is performed at main kitchen. Sanitizer bucket kept on site for countertops and non-food contact surfaces.

Subway: 21950 Cascades Parkway Sterling, VA 20165

Last inspection: Dec. 4

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YamaChen's Sushi: 46515 Leesburg Pike 170 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Dec. 4

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Follow up visit conducted to ensure compliance with the following: plumbing installed and maintained - hand sink at the ladies' room observed with proper drainage system in place / no water collected after continuous flow from the faucet.

Capitol Grounds Coffee (Terminal B): 1 Saarinen Cir Concourse B Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 4

Violations: No violations found. Routine inspection. Facility is clean, well-organized, and all temperatures were in range. Immediately cease storing knives in crevices of prep unit during use.

Subway Concourse C: 1 Saarinen Cir Concourse B Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 4

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Potbelly Sandwich Shop D14: Dulles AIrport Terminal D Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 4

Violations: No violations found. Routine inspection. Discussed proper thawing of TCS items for cold holding. Remove "Y" style fixture from mop sink when not in use.

Local Provisions: 46286 Cranston Street Sterling, VA 20165

Last inspection: Dec. 4

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T Zone Dessert Bar: 21015 Pigeon Dr #110 Sterling, VA 20165

Last inspection: Dec. 4

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Blend Coffee Bar: 43170 Southern Walk Plaza #120 Ashburn, VA 20148

Last inspection: Dec. 3

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EFESUS Mediterranean Cafe: 20937 Ashburn, Rd #125 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 3

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Benihana: 21089 Dulles Town Circle Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 3

Violations: No violations found. The purpose of today's inspection is to inspect the dining hibachi tables after discharge of fire suppressant system in hoods. Fire Marshal already conducted inspection of hood and was approved.EHS inspected tables, and surrounding areas, and all traces of K2 discharge are cleaned up. Facility is able to resume food service operation at affected tables.

Texas Roadhouse: 19990 Riverside Commons Plaza Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 3

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Authors Best - Selling Ice Creams: 44933 George Washington Blvd #150 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Casa Mia Mexican Restaurant: 21430 Cedar Drive, Sterling, VA, USA 122-124 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Rahama African Restaurant: 45665 W Church Rd #103 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Thaitan Thai Cuisine: 43670 Greenway Corporate Dr #102 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Nick's Taverna: 42395 Ryan Rd #130 Ashburn, VA 20148

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Tropical Smoothie Cafe VA 12: 20598 East Hampton Plaza Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Chuy's: 21365 Epicerie Plaza Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Los Toltecos of Sterling: 21100 Dulles Town Cir #150 Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 2

Violations: No violations found. This was a follow up to routine inspection conducted on 11/19/25. Item 12VAC5-421-1530 has been corrected.

SR Coffee Co: 43330 Junction Plaza #110 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Live Roaches, Mold-Like Substance: Ashburn, Sterling Restaurant Inspections

Loudoun County health inspectors found live roaches, a substance suspected to have mold, flies under a sink and more during recent visits.ASHBURN, VA — Numerous restaurants in the Ashburn and Sterling area recorded violations during recent health department inspections in November. A few had pest-related violations involving roaches and flies.Violations at restaurants typically focus on factors that can contribute to food contamination. The local health department can also perform a re-inspection to ensure that possible...

Loudoun County health inspectors found live roaches, a substance suspected to have mold, flies under a sink and more during recent visits.

ASHBURN, VA — Numerous restaurants in the Ashburn and Sterling area recorded violations during recent health department inspections in November. A few had pest-related violations involving roaches and flies.

Violations at restaurants typically focus on factors that can contribute to food contamination. The local health department can also perform a re-inspection to ensure that possible violations have been corrected. For every observed violation, the inspector provides a specific corrective action that can be completed to rectify the violation.

Sometimes these are simple, and violations can be corrected during the course of the inspection. Some common violations may include foods hot holding or cold holding at improper temperatures, foods without dates marked, and sanitizer with improper amounts.

Here are restaurant inspection results in and around Ashburn and Sterling in October from the Loudoun County Health Department. Notable violations included a substance containing potential mold growth at Banjara Flavors Of India, flies beneath a sink at Rais Pizza, residue in the ice machine at Route 7 Brewing Co, and live roaches at Viet Fire Kitchen.

All recent reports in Ashburn and Sterling are listed below.

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Yen's Kitchen & Sushi Bar: 44640 Waxpool Rd #100 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 12

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Subway: 43150 Broadlands Center Plaza #116 Ashburn, VA 20148

Last inspection: Nov. 12

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Ashby Ponds- Cherry Blossom Square -1912 Restaurant: 44735 Audobon Sq Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 12

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Raunaq Mela: 45250 Catalina Ct Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Nov. 12

Violations: This is a follow-up to the routine inspection conducted on 10/30/25. item 12VAC5-421-860.8 has been corrected. The walk-in cooler temperature was observed at 40F at the time of inspection.

McDonalds: 43345 Junction Plaza Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 12

Violations: No violations found. EHS discussed with the person-in charge about the frequency of cleaning the drink, juice, and coffee nozzles. In addition, back-flow prevention devices were discussed with options concerning the mop service sink being under continuous pressure with two-hoses connected by a V-device.

Mehfil Restaurant and Banquet: 21015 Pigeon Dr 150 Sterling, VA 20165

Last inspection: Nov. 12

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Akira Japenese Restaurant: 20035 Ashbrook Common Plaza #176 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 12

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Baba's Restro & Bar: 43330 Junction Plaza #190 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 12

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Bojangles: 46160 Potomac Run Plaza Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 10

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Cha Street Food: 45633 Dulles Eastern Plaza 100 Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Nov. 10

Violations: No violations found. Person in charge completed necessary repairs and demonstrated hand washing sink' water temperature capable of reaching up to 110F.

Senor Tequila's of Ashburn: 43750 Central Station Dr #100 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 10

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Banjara Flavors Of India: 44050 Ashburn Shopping Plaza #191 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 10

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Delicioso: 45665 W. Church Rd #112 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 7

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Comida Latina Catering: 87 Sugarland Run Dr Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 7

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Rais Pizza: 21430 Cedar Dr #128 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 7

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Rais Pour House: 21430 Cedar Dr #128 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 7

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Yummy Shawarma: 42882 Truro Parish Dr #103 Ashburn, VA 20148

Last inspection: Nov. 7

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Chopsticks House: 46900 Cedar Lake Plaza #140 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 7

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Pharaoh's Cafe: 46000 Old Ox Rd #107 Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Nov. 6

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The Munch Yard: 44488 Potter Terrace Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 6

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Last inspection: Nov. 6

Violations: No violations found. Performed an inspection after a fire. There was a small fire with one of the fryers. They discharged a fire extinguisher to the fryer. There was a small grease leak under that led to the fire. They discarded all of the food and single use items that were near the fryer and washed all of the dishes and utensils. They are removing the fryer that caught fire. There was a small amount of fire extinguisher discharge behind the fryer that was mopped up. All other areas were cleaned. They are able to reopen.

Honey Pig Korean BBQ: 43330 Junction Plaza 180 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 6

Violations:

Route 7 Brewing Co: 20051 Riverside Commons Plz #148 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 6

Violations:

Poke Sushi Bowl: 21435 Epicerie Plaza #180 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 6

Violations:

& Pizza, (Terminal B71): 1 Saarinen Cir Concourse B Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Nov. 6

Violations:

Bracket Room: 1 Saarinen Cir Concourse B Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Nov. 6

Violations:

Juleps Kentucky Tavern: 43781 Central Station Dr #150 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 6 (pre-opening)

Violations:

The purpose of today's visit is to conduct a pre-opening inspection.Permit is not issued at this time. Facility is in need of correcting the following:

Dairy Queen: 44050 Ashburn Shopping Plaza #183 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 6

Violations:

Viet Fire Kitchen: 44650 Waxpool Rd #125 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 5

Violations:

Cafe Opera: 42882 Truro Parish Dr #104 Ashburn, VA 20148

Last inspection: Nov. 5

Violations:

Super Chicken Sterling Inc: 45591 Dulles Eastern Plaza #194 Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Nov. 5

Violations:

Siam Spice Thai Cuisine: 22330 S Sterling Blvd #A129 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 5

Violations:

Life Time - Life Cafe: 44610 Prentice Dr Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Nov. 5

Violations:

323 DHABA Express: 20800 Pigeon Hill Dr #140 Sterling, VA 20165

Last inspection: Nov. 5 (pre-opening)

Violations:

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