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The Virginia Beach Department of Public Health will be closed on Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday, September 3.
Our Vision and Mission
Vision: A community that lives well, plays well and stays well. Mission: Promoting health, preventing disease, and protecting the environment so that all in Virginia Beach are empowered to achieve optimal health and well-being.
Our Values
Collaboration, Empowerment, Empathy, Community, Change, and Respect
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Seasonal Flu, Covid-19 updates, RSV information here!
Keeping you informed and providing vaccination opportunities
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Add another layer of protection against COVID-19 with a booster. Visit our scheduling system for an appointment at any of our community events.
For more about Covid-19 in Virginia.
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Respiratory syncytial (sin-SISH-uhl) virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Most people recover in a week or two, but RSV can be serious, especially for infants and older adults. Visit: www.cdc.gov/rsv/index.html.
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Norovirus season begins in November. Here are the best ways to prevent catching the stomach bug. Here you will find additional details about this virus.
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You can help protect yourself and others from norovirus by washing your hands thoroughly with soap and water, and by following other simple prevention tips. Here are the key facts you need to know about the 'stomach bug.'
“Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.” – RALPH WALDO EMERSON
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VDH and VBDPH continues to monitor the spread of Monkeypox in the Commonwealth. To stay up to date - understand what Monkeypox is, learn the signs and symptoms, and what to do if you believe you have been exposed, visit the Virginia Department of Health page. At present, the spread remains low.
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If you think you have been exposed to Monkeypox what do you do? Know the signs and symptoms here.
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A new three-digit phone number, 9-8-8, is available in Virginia for mental health emergencies and suicide prevention, as part of a national effort to address increases in substance abuse and reports of depression. The line is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
COVID-19 Information Center
Appointments for age 5 and under are still available.
Visit the scheduling system, here, and look for the Virginia Beach Health Department location to book your appointment.
Feeling sick? Looking for a community testing event? And more... Click our Resources link above.
Download the free COVIDWISE app today and help Virginia STOP COVID-19.
COVIDWISE does not collect, use, or store any personally identifiable information or location data. Learn more about the app or click the links below to download.
Latest News From VBDPH
News Releases
UPDATES on the latest with Flu Season, RSV and our continued Covid-19 response, and community events, here!!
After almost 2 years, Military Circle Mall COVID-19 vaccine clinic set to close
The COVID-19 vaccine clinic that has been running at Military Circle Mall since January 2021 will shut down this month. …Read more.
Flu, COVID-19 at 'high levels' in Virginia, RSV cases on the decline
Tripledemic refers to rising cases of the flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) at the same time. Dr. Brooke Rossheim of the Virginia Department of Health said RSV cases have reached their peak and are "coming way down." More details here.
COVID-19 booster reminders through text message
Have you gotten a text reminder about your COVID-19 Bivalent booster? There’s a good chance it was from the Virginia Department of Health. VDH has begun sending residents aged 50+ text or voice messages.