What
Public health nurses give immunizations to protect against vaccine-preventable diseases.
Anyone making an appointment for pneumonia vaccine, either PCV13 (pneumococcal conjugate vaccine) or PPV23 (pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine) must bring a prescription from their clinician indicting which pneumonia vacci
ne they would like their client to receive.
When
By appointment only at all health department locations. Call to schedule.
For Whom
Infants, children, adolescents, and adults. Please bring a copy of your immunization record if available.
Fees
Required childhood immunizations are provided at no charge. All other vaccines have a charge.
- Cash or check is expected at the time of service
- Credit cards are accepted
Routine Immunization flyer in English | Routine Immunization flyer in Spanish
Call for an Appointment
Charlottesville/Albemarle
Fluvanna
Greene
Louisa
Nelson
Family Planning Appointments
What
Birth control methods including IUDs, Nexplanon implants, birth control pills, injectable contraception, fertility awareness methods, condoms, patch, and emergency contraception.
We also offer breast exams, Pap tests, screening for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), health education, colposcopy, and counseling. Visits are by appointment only.
Who
Anyone who desires these services.
Fees
Free or sliding scale based on income. Insurance accepted.
Call for an Appointment
Charlottesville/Albemarle
Fluvanna
Greene
Louisa
Nelson
More Information
Virginia Department of Health (VDH): Family Planning and Birth Control
Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS): Plan First
Office on Women's Health (OWH): Information Center
Pregnancy Tests
What
Pregnancy tests, counseling
For Whom
Any person who thinks they could be pregnant
Fees
Based on income
Call for an Appointment
Charlottesville/Albemarle
Fluvanna
Greene
Louisa
Nelson
More Information
Office on Women's Health (OWH): Pregnancy Tests
What
Screenings and skin tests to detect possible exposure to tuberculosis
For Whom
Children, teens, and adults
Fees
Brief office visit fee plus cost of skin test
Call for an Appointment
Charlottesville/Albemarle
Fluvanna
Greene
Louisa
Nelson
More Information
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Questions and Answers About TB
Virginia Department of Health (VDH): TB Control and Prevention Program
What
Public health nurses work with local social workers performing screenings to determine eligibility for children and adults in need of long-term care in the home and community or nursing facility placement under the Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus Waiver program. This program assesses the individual's "at risk need" for nursing facility admission or hospitalization within 30 days of the screening in the absence of the provision of services and supports.
For Whom
Anyone requesting or referred for a screening
Fees
None
This is a Medicaid administered program and those who receive services will need to qualify for Medicaid.
Call for an Appointment
Albemarle County Residents:
- Adults: 434-972-4010
- Children: 540-967-3703
Charlottesville City Residents:
- Adults and children: 434-970-3400
Fluvanna County Residents:
- Adults: 434-842-8221
- Children: 540-967-3703
Greene County Residents:
- Adults and children: 434-985-5246
Louisa County Residents:
- Adults: 540-967-1320
- Children: 540-967-3703
Nelson County Residents:
- Adults: 434-263-7160
- Children: 540-967-3703
BRHD offers a variety of sexual health services ranging from STI testing and treatment, distribution of safer sex items, and PrEP medication for HIV prevention.
To view a detailed list of resources, visit our Sexual Health Services webpage.
WIC stands for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. It is funded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and operated in Virginia through the Virginia Department of Health (VDH).
The goal of WIC is to improve the health of pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants, and children (under 5 years) through better nutrition and access to health care. WIC provides:
- Screening and referrals to other health, welfare and social service agencies
- Nutrition education, breastfeeding promotion and support
- Supplemental nutritious foods
Visit VDH's WIC webpage for additional information.