Join the Public Health Nursing Workforce Learning Lab on March 18 for a panel on promoting public health nurse satisfaction & retention. Hear strategies from Va Dept of Health, mnhealth, SanDiegoCounty, & South Carolina Department of Public Health. To register: discover.astho.org/3MFDIVO. AssnPubHlthNurses CDC NNPHI

Today, VDH is joining the #ShowYourStripes campaign in honor of #RareDiseaseDay and the 30 million Americans living with a rare disease. Visit rarediseases.info.nih.gov to learn about this rare day.

On Wednesday, I visited the Prince Edward County Cannery in Farmville where community partners prepared 1,600 qts of venison soup for families served by FACES Food Pantry. The soup was made from 425 lbs of donated venison. That’s local partnership strengthening community health.

Grateful for the opportunity to be interviewed alongside Secretary Figueroa to discuss the important work ahead for public health in Virginia. Read more: bit.ly/405xLo5

In Virginia, #ColorectalCancer is the 4th most commonly diagnosed cancer. We want people to know about ✅ symptoms to look out for, ✅ healthy habits to reduce your risk, and ✅ screening tests that can help catch cancer early. Learn more at ow.ly/t4K450Yoebu

The VDH Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) recently launched its new logo to reflect a unified identity and strengthened commitment to Virginia’s EMS providers, system partners and the communities they serve. Read more at ow.ly/tF6K50YoLmb

World HPV Awareness Day is a day to talk about human papillomavirus (HPV). With the tools we have, preventing HPV-related cancer is possible, with awareness as the first step. Read more at ow.ly/k53O50YoG1A #HPVAwareness #PreventCancer #CancerPrevention

THANK YOU to the many IBCLCs around the world for your knowledge, support, and care in ensuring that mothers and families meet their lactation goals. Happy IBCLC Day! #IBCLCDay #Breastfeeding #BreastfeedingSupport

The HPV vaccine is one of the best cancer prevention tools we have. Vaccines work best when given well before exposure to the virus. The HPV vaccine is available for FREE through the VVFC program for eligible children ages 9-18. vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/v…

“By working alongside neighboring jurisdictions, we strengthen our ability to share best and promising practices, identify emerging trends earlier, and coordinate strategies that protect and improve the health of Virginians.”

VDH is investigating the case of an unidentified person whose remains were found on March 9, 1993, in Richmond, VA. Let us know if you may have information. Scroll through to see additional images that may help. #HelpIdentifyVA vdh.virginia.gov/medical-examin…

Screening for colorectal cancer can raise a lot of questions. This fact sheet from CDC can help you start a conversation with your doctor: cdc.gov/colorectal-can… #TAPforColorectalCancer #gwccTAP

Are you concerned about concussions? Would you like to know what signs and symptoms you should watch for? Check out these online training courses provided by the CDC cdc.gov/heads-up/commu… #ConcussionAwareness #HeadInjury #SportsSafety #InjuryPrevention

In 2024, Virginia had almost 6,000 hospitalizations for TBI. Common causes of TBIs include: 🔹Firearms 🔹Falls 🔹Motor vehicle accidents 🔹Being hit (sports injuries, assaults) Learn more at cdc.gov/traumatic-brai… #TBI #BrainInjuryAwareness #PreventBrainInjury

Spent the day with connect with health leaders from across Virginia. The throughline in every conversation: no single organization can do this alone. Partnership and honest dialogue are how we move forward. Grateful for the public health work happening across this Commonwealth.

#DYK that VDH manages Virginia's State-Doula Certification Program? Visit vdh.virginia.gov/family-plannin… to learn more about: ✅ Pathway to State Certification ✅ Approved State-Certified Doula Training Programs ✅ Recertification #Doula #Virginia #BirthOutcomes

March 24 is #WorldTBDay - a day to learn about the impact of #TB in Virginia and around the world. Learn about TB and how it might impact you or your community. Learn more at ow.ly/mZMO50Yy7eO

VDH presented four awards to recognize Virginia health districts and partners for their utilization and support of the Virginia Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) program. Read more

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is investigating the case of an unidentified person whose remains were found on March 28, 2015, in Virginia Beach, VA. Let us know if you have information to help us identify this individual. vdh.virginia.gov/medical-examin…

Today is National Doctors’ Day, a time to recognize physicians with respect and gratitude. We’re taking a moment to thank the doctors who bring their leadership and steady presence to public health. Thank you to all of our physicians at VDH and across the Commonwealth!