The Virginia Department of Health is implementing the newest updates to the CDC’s immunization schedule, including updates to the COVID-19 and the MMRV vaccine recommendations. In this update, the CDC ...

In Part One of the Mercury’s Pulse Check series, we examine the challenges that were roiling the state health department even ...

Flu season is under way, and the Virginia Department of Health is reminding everyone to get their annual influenza vaccine.

With the onset of cooler weather, health officials across the Commonwealth are issuing a reminder about getting your flu shot ...

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 ...

RICHMOND, Va. -- The Virginia Department of Health is responding after federal health officials said they are pulling back $11.4 billion in COVID-19-related funds for local public health departments ...

WASHINGTON — A child tested positive for measles in Virginia on Thursday, marking the third measles case of 2025 in the commonwealth, according to the Virginia Department of Health (VDH). The Virginia ...

WISE COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) — A Southwest Virginia nurse has been recognized by the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) as the state’s Public Health Nurse of the Year. The VDH and LENOWISCO Health ...

The child, who recently traveled internationally, is located in the state's Eastern Region. Officials have released a list of potential public exposure sites in Virginia Beach and Norfolk. The ...

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources is asking for the public's help after receiving reports of dead black vultures ...