Highlights

•  Celebrating Cancer Survivors on June 2nd

  Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is joining people and organizations around the nation who are celebrating cancer survivors on National Cancer Survivors Day. This is the 37th annual observance, which is held on the first Sunday of June. According to the American Cancer Society, as of 2022, more than 432,500 cancer survivors living in Virginia. More people are…Read more

• Look Out for Lyme Disease Awareness Month

  May is here and June is fast approaching, and we’re getting outside to enjoy the spring weather. But as we get outdoors, the risk of encountering ticks increases and with increased tick exposure, the risk of Lyme disease increases. Lyme disease is a serious disease in Virginia and is prevalent in suburban regions of the northern and western…Read more

• 2024 Healthy and Safe Swimming Week

  May 20-26, 2024, marks the 20th Healthy and Safe Swimming Week. Let's dive into swim safety and learn important tips to stay safe while having fun in the water.  Understanding the Risks:  Drowning can happen quickly and quietly. Even if someone looks like they're okay, they might be in trouble. It's important to know what to look for…Read more