Highlights

• August is National Water Quality Month

  National Water Quality Month invites us to consider how important it is to have access to reliable sources of high-quality water. It's important to the entire eco-system. National Water Quality Month was founded in 2005 by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). It was backed by the United Nations as well. For more information, visit: nationalwaterqualitymonth.org  When we turn…Read more

• World Breastfeeding Week 2024 - Bringing Attention to Breastfeeding Support

  The first week of August marks the observance of breastfeeding awareness. This year’s theme is Closing the Gap: Breastfeeding Support for All. The observance, which runs from August 1-August 7, brings attention to the importance of breastfeeding and how families, communities and healthcare providers can support the breastfeeding journey. Key strategies include: Breastfeeding counseling during pregnancy Employer accommodations…Read more

• VDH Monitoring Listeria Outbreak Linked to Meats Sliced at Delis

  The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is collaborating with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS), and several other health departments on a multi-state outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections.  Many people in this outbreak have eaten meats sliced at deli counters. Boar’s Head has recalled several deli meat…Read more