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Enjoy fun, healthy and safe summer in the water Drowning happens fast, faster than most people realize. In as little as 20 seconds, a child or adult can slip under the water and disappear. No splashing. No yelling. No warning. It happens quickly, quietly, and it can happen to anyone. Drowning is the leading cause of death in children between the ages of one and four. Last year, the Virginia Department…Read more
Virginia recognizes School Nurse Appreciation Day at the State Capitol
Virginia officials, school nurses, and public health and education leaders gathered on the steps of the Virginia State Capitol on May 6 to recognize School Nurse Appreciation Day and honor the important role school nurses play in supporting student health and learning across the Commonwealth. Held during National Nurses Week, the proclamation ceremony included representatives from the Virginia…Read more
Be Ready for Hurricane Season: Start Preparing Now
National Hurricane Preparedness Week (May 3–9) is a good reminder for Virginians to get ready for hurricane season. The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1 and lasts through November 30. Hurricanes can cause strong winds, heavy rain, flooding, and even tornadoes. Tropical cyclones can affect both coastal and inland communities. Colorado State University hurricane researchers’ initial 2026 forecast predicts a below-normal Atlantic hurricane season with…Read more