Virginia will issue 65% of monthly SNAP benefits to over 850,000 residents this week following federal guidance.

BEDFORD CO., Va. – One of Virginia’s most popular summer destinations is facing a change that could impact public health. The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is changing how it tests for Harmful ...

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 ...

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — With the onset of cooler weather, health officials across the Commonwealth are issuing a reminder about getting your flu shot. The flu shot is recommended for nearly ...

This article was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partner InsideNoVa.com. Sign up for InsideNoVa.com’s free email subscription today. The Virginia Department of Health is reporting the ...

Ticks can transmit diseases like Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Babesiosis and Alpha-gal. Use insect repellent, tuck pants into socks, and check clothing and body for ticks after being ...

HAMPTON ROADS, Va. — A student at Trantwood Elementary in the Great Neck community has been diagnosed with measles, raising concerns among some parents. Virginia Beach City Public Schools notified ...

(WSET) — After two Virginia children died from the flu, the Virginia Department of Health is sounding the alarm. The VDH said the two children who died were in the 5-12 and 13-17 age range. SEE ALSO: ...

The Virginia Department of Health confirmed the state’s first measles case of the year, making it the 26th state to report cases amid a concerning outbreak. The case in Virginia involves a child ...