Central Virginia Health District

Central Virginia Health District logo and "Serving Lynchburg and the counties of Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford and Campbell. Kerry Gateley, MD, MPH, CPE District Health Director"

We nurture the community's wellbeing by practicing public health, meeting the needs of the present while planning for the future.

 

 

The 2023 Annual Report is Here!

The Annual Report gives insight into the health district's accomplishments and sustainable development throughout 2023. This report highlights each of our departments, offices, and how we work together as a district.

Health Department Locations
Clinic Services
Community Outreach
Community Health Improvement
COVID-19 Information and Resources
Emergency Preparedness and Response
Employment
Environmental Health Services
Infant & Toddler Connection
Vital Records
Women, Infants & Children (WIC)
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Central Virginia Health District (CVHD)

Central Virginia Health District (CVHD)

Addressing the public health needs of the present while planning for the future of the CVHD

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Did you know that infant mortality rates vary drastically around the world? Its important to raise awareness and support initiatives that aim to decrease these numbers. Infant mortality is the death of an infant before his or her first birthday. The infant mortality rate is an important marker of the overall health of a society. Every baby deserves a healthy start in life.To help reduce the risk -continue regular prenatal care-Educate yourself on immunization standards-Breastfeeding helps baby have a healthy start-Get proper nutrition#infantmortality #HealthForAll ... See MoreSee Less
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September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day. It’s important to talk about suicide to break the stigmas surrounding it. o Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifelineo National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)o Crisis Text Line: Text TALK to 741741o For more resources on suicide prevention, visit www.vdh.virginia.gov ... See MoreSee Less
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Contact the Central Virginia Health District:

Address: 
307 Alleghany Ave. Lynchburg, VA 24501
General Email: 
AskCVHD@vdh.virginia.gov
Email for food inspection/permits, well and septic, and rabies:
LynchburgEH@vdh.virginia.gov
Phone:
434 - 477 - 5900
VDH Chatbot
Last Updated: August 20, 2024