Health Care Services

In consideration of the health and safety of our patients and staff, The Chesapeake Health Department offers clinic services for Family Planning and Immunizations by appointment only. See below.**Walk-in services for the Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) clinic have resumed, but at a limited capacity. See below for more information.

Family Planning Services (by appointment only)

Family Planning Clinic services assist women and men in planning their families.

Please bring insurance information (if applicable) during time of registration. Fees may apply based on insurance and income eligibility. Anyone unable to pay will not be turned away. Services provided include:

Birth control through oral contraceptives (birth control pills), Depo-Provera (birth control shot), IUD insertion and removal (hormonal and non-hormonal intrauterine devices), Nexplanon insertion and removal (arm implant), condoms (male and female), Nuvarings (vaginal rings), and natural family planning/fertility awareness. You can explore your options here.  During your appointment, a clinician will help you decide which method is best for you.

  • Breast exam and self-breast exam education
  • Pap smears
  • Immunizations
  • Nutrition information
  • Safe sex information
  • Screening and treatment for sexually transmitted infections
  • Preconception health information
  • Family planning counseling

For questions and/or to schedule an appointment, please call (757) 382-8631.


Immunization Services (by appointment only)

Routinely recommended immunizations and COVID19 vaccines are available for children and adults by appointment only. Please bring current immunization record and insurance information (if applicable) during time of registration.

School-required vaccines for children are free of charge. Virginia Required Vaccines for School Entry: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/requirements/

Routinely recommended vaccines for ages 0- 6 years of age: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/easy-to-read/child-easyread.html#table-child

Routinely recommended vaccines for ages 7 years to 18 years of age:
https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/easy-to-read/adolescent-easyread.html

Routinely recommended vaccines for adults https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/hcp/imz/adult.html

Titers (blood tests to check immunity) are available for the following:

  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B

Titer results may take up to 2-3 business days to return. Fees apply.

For questions and/or to schedule an appointment, please call (757) 382-8631.

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STI Clinic- Sexual Wellness (walk in – first come, first served)

Confidential examination, testing and treatment of sexually transmitted infections are available. Please bring insurance information (if applicable) during time of registration.  Fees may apply based on insurance and income eligibility, but those who are unable to pay will not be turned away.  Express birth control visits are offered during STI Clinic.

STI Clinic Walk in Hours: Limited capacity- first come, first served:

  • Monday:12:30 p.m. — 3:00 p.m. ( STI screening only – no treatment or medical examination for problems available)
  • Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. – 10:30.a.m.
  • Wednesday: 12:30 p.m. –  3:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

For questions, please call (757) 382-8631.


Chesapeake Wellness Program

Comprehensive health services are provided for uninsured people with HIV/AIDS.  Clients must meet specific eligibility guidelines.
(757) 382-8605


School Entrance Exams

Physical examinations that are required for Kindergarten entry into the Chesapeake City school system are provided at no cost to uninsured residents of the city of Chesapeake by appointment and provider availability. (Physical examinations may also be provided to children entering First grade to Sixth grade if required).

All private, Medicaid and/or FAMIS Insurance are not eligible for this program. (757)382-8631


Tuberculosis Screenings (by appointment only)

Tuberculosis screenings are conducted to assess for symptoms and risk factors for tuberculosis. We offer tuberculosis skin tests placements (also known as *TST or PPD), and the **Quantiferon TB Gold (blood test). The public health nurse will help determine which method of testing is best for you.

*TST results must be read within 48-72 hours after placement.

**Quantiferon TB Gold (blood test) results may take up to 5-7 business days to return. Fees may apply.

For questions and/or to schedule an appointment, please call (757) 382-8631.


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Fees may be charged for certain services.
Please bring an ID with you.
Please do not bring children that are not being seen for services with you to the clinic.
Please call the Great Bridge clinic at (757)382-8631 or (757)382-8632
if you need additional information.