Highlights
SepticSmart Week: September 16-20th
When was the last time you checked on the condition of your septic system? Proper septic system use and routine care are vital to protecting public health, preserving our highly valued groundwater, lakes, streams and waterways, and avoiding costly repairs. SepticSmart Week brings attention to the importance of caring for and maintaining septic systems. It is important to…Read more
September 17 is Get Ready for Flu Day and the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is reminding people to talk to their healthcare provider about getting their yearly flu vaccine and be aware of other steps they can take to prevent the flu. Getting a yearly flu vaccine is one the most important steps you can take to…Read more
VDH Bringing Attention to Folic Acid
You may be like many people and have heard about folic acid, but question what it has to do with you. Folic acid is a B vitamin that helps your body make new cells, such as blood cells, brain cells, skin, hair, and nails. During the week of September 8-14, the Virginia Department of Health and other agencies…Read more
