Dec. 6 show emergency visits for GI illness are above threshold statewide, with Southwest Virginia highest at 12.04%.

PFAS, often used in water-resistant gear, also find their way into drinking water and human bodies. (Photo by CasarsaGuru via Getty Images) The Virginia Department of Health is continuing its forever ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is now using a new tool to help Virginians track COVID-19 levels in their communities. The new wastewater surveillance dashboard shows ...

The Southwestern Health Region has announced a new Maternal Health website that provides resources and information for mothers, families, providers, and organizations.

RICHMOND – The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) reported two influenza-associated pediatric deaths which are the first reports for the 2024-25 influenza (flu) season in Virginia, according to a ...

With the holidays around the corner, you want to be spreading Christmas cheer--not the norovirus.The Virginia Department of ...

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — A new report is outlining and uncovering serious problems at Virginia's Department of Health. The report done by the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission (JLARC) points out ...

The Virginia Department of Health confirmed the state’s first measles case of 2025 in a Saturday announcement. The agency said a child 4 or under living in the state’s northwest health region ...

(WSET) — On Thursday, the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) announced the state’s first reported influenza-associated pediatric death for the 2023-24 flu season. A child in VDH's Eastern region died ...

SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — The Virginia Department of Health has provided an update on its investigation into a reported gastrointestinal illness outbreak among people who were at Lake Anna ...

The Virginia Department of Health had more than $219 million in funds rescinded by the federal government leading to the elimination of more than 500 contract positions. Thirteen full-time positions ...