Highlights

• Winter is Coming. Are You Ready?

  Severe winter weather, including snow, ice and extremely cold temperatures, is expected throughout much of Virginia this weekend. On January 22, Governor Spanberger declared a State of Emergency due to winter weather.  Now is the time to prepare! Before the storm hits, take these steps to prepare you and your family:  Check and restock your emergency kit with food, and water, blankets, flashlights and batteries.  Ensure you have an emergency kit for your…Read more

• Birth Defects Awareness Month: Every Journey Matters

  About Birth Defects  Birth defects are structural changes that are present at birth. They affect how the body looks, works, or both. They can also affect almost any part of the body, such as the heart, brain, or even a foot.    Birth defects affect about 1 in every 33 babies born each year in the United States. They…Read more

• Radon Awareness: One Test Can Make a Big Difference

  About Radon  Radon is an odorless, invisible, and radioactive gas that is naturally released from rocks, soil, and water. Radon can get trapped inside homes and build up to unsafe levels.  Exposure to radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. This exposure contributes to roughly 21,000 cases of lung cancer annually in the United States, including…Read more