Blue Ridge Health District

Blue Ridge Health District

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Working together for healthy, equitable communities.

The Blue Ridge Health District (BRHD) is one of 35 health districts under the Virginia Department of Health. We have five health departments and one community-based clinic providing public health services to over 250,000 people in Albemarle, Charlottesville, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson, VA. Learn more by touring our website.

 

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Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
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Pertussis (Whooping Cough) is a highly contagious and potentially very serious bacterial disease. Learn how you can get it and how to avoid it in this month's Health Whys.

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We are thankful for you, public health, and your support of our amazing staff!

As we share gratitude with our loved ones, we'll be closing at 12 PM on Wednesday, November 26 and remain closed until 8 AM on Monday, December 1.

Have a safe, healthy, and happy Thanksgiving! ๐Ÿงก๐Ÿฆƒ

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There will be no Office Hours held at Yancey on Thursday, Nov. 20 or 27.

Don't worry- we'll have more sessions in December!
๐Ÿ“† Thursday, Dec. 11 & 18
โฐ 10 AM to 2 PM
๐Ÿ“ Yancey Community Health Center - 7625 Porters Rd., Esmont

Questions? Contact CHW Willie Mae:
๐Ÿ“ฒ 434-270-3216

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Last Updated: January 6, 2026