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Virginia Department of Health Offers Support for Grieving Families
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month Pregnancy and infant loss profoundly impacts individuals and families, and every grief journey is unique and personal. The Virginia Department of Health partners with community agencies to provide vital pregnancy loss support services to grieving parents and families. Some research suggests that as many as 30% of pregnancies end in miscarriage (a pregnancy…Read more
VDH Internship Academy Named a 2026 Internships Virginia Top Employer
The VDH Internship Academy has earned new recognition for the experience it provides to emerging professionals. The Academy was named a 2026 Internships Virginia Top Employer by the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP). The recognition honors Virginia employers that provide high-quality, paid internships designed to give students real-world opportunities to learn and contribute while strengthening the Commonwealth’s talent…Read more
National Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month is commemorated every September 15 to October 15 to recognize the achievements and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities across the U.S. The national observance began in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded to a full month by President Ronald Reagan in 1988. Hispanics and Latinos bring incredible strength, resilience,…Read more