Central Virginia Health District

Central Virginia Health District logo and "Serving Lynchburg and the counties of Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford and Campbell. Kerry Gateley, MD, MPH, CPE District Health Director"

We nurture the community's wellbeing by practicing public health, meeting the needs of the present while planning for the future.

The 2024 Annual Report is Here!

The Annual Report gives insight into the health district's accomplishments and sustainable development throughout 2024. This report highlights each of our departments, offices, and how we work together as a district.

Community Health Improvement Plan

This improvement plan was developed through collaborative efforts with Centra’s Community Health Department, University of Lynchburg and the health districts in each respective service area.

  • Health Department Locations
  • Clinic Services
  • Community Outreach
  • Community Health Improvement
  • COVID-19 Information and Resources
  • Emergency Preparedness and Response
  • Employment
  • Environmental Health Services
  • Infant & Toddler Connection
  • Vital Records
  • Women, Infants & Children (WIC)
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Central Virginia Health District (CVHD)

Central Virginia Health District (CVHD)

Addressing the public health needs of the present while planning for the future of the CVHD

Central Virginia Health District (CVHD)

2 days ago

Central Virginia Health District (CVHD)
Let’s all do the little things! Wash your hands often to help stop the spread of germs. Clean hands keep you and others healthy.#HandWashing #StayHealthy #GermFree #PublicHealth #HealthyHabits ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Virginia Health District (CVHD)

3 days ago

Central Virginia Health District (CVHD)
Did you know CVHD offers free Rapid REVIVE! trainings? These short sessions teach you how to recognize an opioid overdose and use naloxone (Narcan) to save a life.We can host the training at the health department or come to you for individuals or groups. If supplies are available, you’ll receive free Narcan at the end of the training.Request a session by emailing AskCVHD@vdh.virginia.gov#OpioidAwareness #NaloxoneSavesLives #CommunityHealth #CVHD ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Virginia Health District (CVHD)

4 days ago

Central Virginia Health District (CVHD)
Visit www.dss.virginia.gov/VENA for more information.#snap #VENA #FederalShutdown ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Virginia Health District (CVHD)

5 days ago

Central Virginia Health District (CVHD)
All of our Central Virginia Health District (CVHD) offices are closed today for the election. We will reopen tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5th. #Closed ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Virginia Health District (CVHD)

6 days ago

Central Virginia Health District (CVHD)
Today is One Health Day. One Health is the idea that human, animal, and environmental health are closely connected. When we protect one, we help protect all. Learn more: bit.ly/3ZUrXip #onehealth #OneHealthDay #PublicHealth ... See MoreSee Less

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Contact the Central Virginia Health District:

Address: 
307 Alleghany Ave. Lynchburg, VA 24501
General Email: 
AskCVHD@vdh.virginia.gov
Email for food inspection/permits, well and septic, and rabies:
LynchburgEH@vdh.virginia.gov
Phone:
434 - 477 - 5900
Last Updated: July 24, 2025