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Central Virginia Health District (CVHD)
Addressing the public health needs of the present while planning for the future of the CVHD
Only 1 Week until the Open House!![]()
We’re counting down the days to our 10th Anniversary Open House at the Lynchburg Health Department! 🥳![]()
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Join us next Friday, July 25th from 12–3 PM at 307 Alleghany Ave for an afternoon of celebration, connection, and community.![]()
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✅ Learn about local public health services![]()
✅ Connect with our team![]()
✅ Enjoy light refreshments![]()
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💬 Everyone is welcome—bring a friend and help us celebrate 10 years of serving YOU! 💙![]()
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#LynchburgHealth #OpenHouse #PublicHealth #CVHD #10YearAnniversary #CommunityCelebration
Some mosquitoes breed in containers of water. Dump and wash pools, buckets, tires, and bird baths every week before refilling them with clean water. ![]()
Additionally, you can use mosquito larvicide dunks in water (shown in second picture) to prevent mosquitoes from breeding. Don’t worry, they don’t harm the birds, fish, pets, or people. ![]()
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Learn more at vdh.virginia.gov/mosquitoes/prevention
Floods are the most common disaster in the U.S. Just 12 inches of moving water can sweep your vehicle away. If you see flooding, turn around, don’t drown! Learn more about safety guidelines during flooding and other emergencies: www.vdh.virginia.gov/news/severe-weather-preparedness/hurricane-safety/![]()
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#FloodSafety #weathersafety #publichealth #staysafe
July is Virginia Maternal Health Month!![]()
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This month is all about supporting moms, parents, and families across our communities. Everyone deserves safe, respectful care before, during, and after pregnancy. Let’s keep the conversation going and make sure all families feel seen, heard, and supported.![]()
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#MaternalHealthMatters #VirginiaMoms #HealthyFamiliesVA
Beach Tips:![]()
🌊 Observe Advisories.![]()
🚫 Avoid swallowing water.![]()
🌧️ Avoid post-rain swims.![]()
🩹 Protect cuts/wounds from water.![]()
🐟 Stay away from dead fish.![]()
😷 Don't swim if sick.![]()
🧼 Shower with soap.![]()
🎣 Avoid piers, pipes, & drains.![]()
🗑️ Dispose of trash.![]()
Visit SwimHealthyVA.com![]()
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#beachtips #safeswim #publichealth #beachsafety
Última actualización: 20 de junio de 2025