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DDP Updates
General program updates are available for the public, or if you are a healthcare provider, find the latest information for your practice and patients
The Division of Disease Prevention (DDP) is a division of the Office of Epidemiology.
The mission of the DDP is to maximize public health and safety through the elimination, prevention, and control of disease, disability, and death caused by HIV/AIDS, viral hepatitis, other sexually transmitted infections .
Announcements & Highlights
Tribute: Romayne "Beth" Marschak
Romayne “Beth” Marschak passed away suddenly on June 3, 2026. Beth worked with VDH and the Division of Disease Prevention (DDP) for over two decades. She joined VDH as a Hotline Counselor and then transitioned to a Contract Administrator several years later. Not only was Beth devoted to civil service through her work, but she had also been extremely involved in community,…Read more
My name is Thomas, and I was cured of hepatitis C. Here’s my story: It’s been almost 30 years since I was diagnosed with both HIV and hepatitis C. At that time, I was using substances and participating in intravenous (IV) drugs. That didn’t last…Read more
My name is Megan, and I was cured of hepatitis C. Here is my story: I am a person in long-term recovery, a Program Manager at Strength In Peers, and a passionate advocate for harm reduction and equitable healthcare. My work is deeply rooted in lived experience, shaped not only by…Read more
Learn about the most recent methods for preventing HIV. These include correct condom usage, PrEP, TasP, and more
Find a location near you to get tested for HIV, viral hepatitis, or STDs. Learn about testing options, cost, and reasons to test.
Find information about the different types of STDs
Learn more about the Virginia Comprehensive Harm Reduction program
Learn more about viral hepatitis, how to prevent it, and what treatments are available
Learn the basics about mpox, find a vaccination site, and more
Find health care provider resources for HIV, STD, and viral hepatitis
Content notice: The DDP website contains HIV/STD prevention messages that may be considered explicit by some visitors.