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Virginia Immunization Awareness Month 2026
This year in August, the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is celebrating its first Virginia Immunization Awareness month. August is a great time to talk about the importance of immunizations while children and their families are returning back to school. Ensuring children are up to date on their immunizations helps keep all children safe and healthy during the school year. In addition to educating parents about the importance of routine immunizations, VDH works with stakeholders and community partners to ensure that families…Read more
Today is Virginia Intern Day. The Virginia Department of Health would like to express deep gratitude for the work of our interns and what they have contributed to our mission. This year, 34 interns joined the VDH Internship Academy’s fourth cohort – from a pool of 1,274 applicants. They have been working across the agency, gaining valuable experience in programs from accounting to…Read more
Watch Those Rays: Raising Awareness During UV Protection Month
Enjoying sunny days has its advantages. But there are disadvantages too. July is Ultraviolet (UV) Protection Month. Light from the sun can be harmful. UV rays can cause cancer, known as melanoma. Melanoma of the skin is the sixth most common cancer in Virginia. Below are some suggestions of how to protect you and your family. Wear sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher Find shade during…Read more