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Official Twitter page for the Virginia Department of Health. All Virginians should register for a vaccine at 877-VAX-IN-VA or visit vaccinate.virginia.gov

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Drowning is a leading cause of death among Virginia’s children 1 to 4 years old. Learn the signs of drowning and how to respond. ow.ly/3TGn50Wh1YA #SwimHealthyVA

Drowning is a leading cause of death among Virginia’s children 1 to 4 years old. Learn the signs of drowning and how to respond. 
 ow.ly/3TGn50Wh1YA #SwimHealthyVA
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You can get FREE HIV testing on June 27 at select Walgreens stores. This event is through Walgreens, Greater Than HIV, and VDH partner agencies. Find a participating location near you today. ow.ly/Lme250WfKBW #HIVTestingDay

You can get FREE HIV testing on June 27 at select Walgreens stores.  This event is through Walgreens, Greater Than HIV, and VDH partner agencies.  Find a participating location near you today. ow.ly/Lme250WfKBW #HIVTestingDay
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National HIV Testing Day is June 27. Learn more about #HIVTestingDay, why it’s important, and where to find free or low-cost testing. Learn more: vdh.virginia.gov/blog/2025/06/2…

National HIV Testing Day is June 27.  Learn more about #HIVTestingDay, why it’s important, and where to find free or low-cost testing.  Learn more: vdh.virginia.gov/blog/2025/06/2…
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HIV often shows no signs or symptoms. The only way to know your status is to get tested. Talk to your provider or visit a testing site that offers free or low-cost testing for #HIVTestingDay. bit.ly/2OE8EaC

HIV often shows no signs or symptoms.  The only way to know your status is to get tested.  Talk to your provider or visit a testing site that offers free or low-cost testing for #HIVTestingDay.  bit.ly/2OE8EaC
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Drinking Water and Wastewater Professionals Appreciation Day recognizes the critical role these individuals play in our communities. We thank all the men and women who work to ensure Virginia has reliable and safe drinking water and wastewater treatment. ow.ly/XcEs50WilzN

Drinking Water and Wastewater Professionals Appreciation Day recognizes the critical role these individuals play in our communities. We thank all the men and women who work to ensure Virginia has reliable and safe drinking water and wastewater treatment. ow.ly/XcEs50WilzN
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The Mount Rogers Health District recently hosted a ribbon cutting for their new mobile health units that launched in May. We are excited about this initiative, and the collaboration with community parters. Learn more: ow.ly/9gSp50WjVxL

The Mount Rogers Health District recently hosted a ribbon cutting for their new mobile health units that launched in May. We are excited about this initiative, and the collaboration with community parters.  Learn more: ow.ly/9gSp50WjVxL
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Prepping for tomorrow? Be safe, don’t cross-contaminate! 🍅 Wash fresh produce before cutting. 🔪 Use clean cutting boards & utensils. 🥩 Store raw meat on the bottom shelf. 🧼 And don’t forget to wash your hands!

Prepping for tomorrow? 

Be safe, don’t cross-contaminate! 
 🍅 Wash fresh produce before cutting. 
 🔪 Use clean cutting boards & utensils. 
 🥩 Store raw meat on the bottom shelf. 
 🧼 And don’t forget to wash your hands!
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Headed to the beach for the holiday weekend? 🏖️🏄‍♂️ These beach tips can help you #SwimSafe! Learn more at: vdh.virginia.gov/environmental-…

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Appointments fill up quickly! Schedule your kids’ #BackToSchool appointments to stay on top of routine care and immunizations. If your child does not have a healthcare provider, you can find a Vaccines for Children (VFC) provider at: vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/v…

Appointments fill up quickly!  Schedule your kids’ #BackToSchool appointments to stay on top of routine care and immunizations. 

If your child does not have a healthcare provider, you can find a Vaccines for Children (VFC) provider at: vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/v…
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Lake Anna has some reports of some algal blooms. Blooms are common in the summer, and not all are harmful. Currently no swimming advisory is in place at Lake Anna, but when in doubt, stay out. Check SwimHealthyVA.com for updates.

Lake Anna has some reports of some algal blooms. Blooms are common in the summer, and not all are harmful. Currently no swimming advisory is in place at Lake Anna, but when in doubt, stay out. Check SwimHealthyVA.com for updates.
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Headed to the lake or beach? Watch out for algal blooms. If the water has ANY of the following, we don't recommend #swimming. 🤨 Discolored 😣 Murky 😖 Has an odor 🤢 Has a film on the water surface More info at ow.ly/56v450WkJ6Q #SwimHealthyVA

Headed to the lake or beach? Watch out for algal blooms. If the water has ANY of the following, we don't recommend #swimming.
🤨 Discolored
😣 Murky
😖 Has an odor
🤢 Has a film on the water surface
More info at ow.ly/56v450WkJ6Q #SwimHealthyVA
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It’s time to fire up the grill and barbecue for Independence Day! Follow our tips to grill safely and prevent foodborne illnesses.

It’s time to fire up the grill and barbecue for Independence Day! Follow our tips to grill safely and prevent foodborne illnesses.
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Virginia has seen an increase in drownings recently, particularly in young children. Prevent drowning by: ✅ Knowing how to recognize the signs of distress ✅ Actively supervising children Learn more at ow.ly/fJBP50WjTLw

Virginia has seen an increase in drownings recently, particularly in young children.  

Prevent drowning by: 
✅ Knowing how to recognize the signs of distress 
✅ Actively supervising children 

 Learn more at ow.ly/fJBP50WjTLw
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Heavy rain can cause flooding in some areas. Learn your #FloodSafety terms: Watch = floods are possible. Warnings = will occur soon, move to higher ground. Listen to local officials for guidance during a storm.

Heavy rain can cause flooding in some areas.  

Learn your #FloodSafety terms: Watch = floods are possible. Warnings = will occur soon, move to higher ground. 

 Listen to local officials for guidance during a storm.
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On average, one Virginia resident dies every four days by drowning. Wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved flotation device while swimming could save your life. #SwimHealthyVA For more drowning statistics, visit vdh.virginia.gov/data/injury-vi…

On average, one Virginia resident dies every four days by drowning. Wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved flotation device while swimming could save your life. #SwimHealthyVA 

For more drowning statistics, visit vdh.virginia.gov/data/injury-vi…
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6 inches of moving water can knock an adult off their feet. As little as 12 inches of moving floodwater can be enough to float and carry away a small vehicle. STAY AWAY from moving water! #FloodSafety

6 inches of moving water can knock an adult off their feet. As little as 12 inches of moving floodwater can be enough to float and carry away a small vehicle. STAY AWAY from moving water! #FloodSafety
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Watch out for riptides and strong currents at the beach, especially after stormy weather. #SwimHealthyVA #SwimSafe #StaySafe

Watch out for riptides and strong currents at the beach, especially after stormy weather. #SwimHealthyVA #SwimSafe #StaySafe
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Schedule your #BackToSchool doctor visits now! Talk to your child’s doctor about which immunizations your rising kindergarten, 7th or 12th grade student may need to start school this fall. You can find a Vaccines for Children (VFC) provider at: ow.ly/3YsL50WfJuF

Schedule your #BackToSchool doctor visits now! Talk to your child’s doctor about which immunizations your rising kindergarten, 7th or 12th grade student may need to start school this fall. 

You can find a Vaccines for Children (VFC) provider at: ow.ly/3YsL50WfJuF