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VDH Reopens Regional Community Vaccination Center in Norfolk

September 9, 2022

Media Contact: Larry Hill, larry.hill@vdh.virginia.gov

VDH Reopens Regional Community Vaccination Center in Norfolk

(Norfolk, Va.)— The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) today announced that the Community Vaccination Center (CVC) at the Military Circle Mall, 880 N. Military Highway in Norfolk, will open Monday, Sept. 12. Monkeypox vaccinations will be available Mondays and Wednesdays from 3 to 6 p.m. COVID-19 vaccinations will be available Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

“We welcome this joint effort by the City of Norfolk, Virginia Beach Health Department and the Norfolk Health Department,” said Norfolk and Portsmouth Acting Health Director, Dr. Sulola Adekoya. “We encourage those in need of a monkeypox or COVID-19 vaccination, to take advantage of this free opportunity.”

You can register for a monkeypox vaccination by visiting https://vase.vdh.virginia.gov and clicking on monkeypox, then enter zip code 23502.

Monkeypox is a rare contagious rash illness caused by the monkeypox virus. The virus is in the same family of viruses as the virus that causes smallpox. Monkeypox causes milder illness than smallpox, but some symptoms can be severe. The monkeypox virus can spread from animals to people and from person to person.

The risk to the community is considered low at this time. Anyone can get and spread monkeypox; however, it is spread by close contact with an infected person. The highest risk activity at present is sex with multiple or anonymous partners. Avoiding these activities greatly reduces your risk of catching or spreading monkeypox.

Monkeypox can spread from person to person through:

  • Sexual or intimate contact (including oral, anal, and vaginal sex)
  • Hugging, kissing, cuddling, and massage
  • Sharing a bed, sharing a towel, or sharing clothes that have not been washed

In Virginia, a two-dose series of a monkeypox vaccine (JYNNEOS) is recommended for individuals who identify with any of the following groups:

  • All people, of any sexual orientation or gender, who have had anonymous or multiple (more than one) sexual partners in the last two weeks; or
  • Sex workers (of any sexual orientation or gender); or
  • Staff (of any sexual orientation or gender) at establishments where sexual activity occurs (such as bathhouses, sex clubs)

Starting Saturday, Sept. 17, COVID-19 vaccinations will be given on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., all COVID-19 vaccines, including the new bivalent booster vaccines, will be offered. There is no registration. Walk-ins only. Virginians who are unvaccinated remain at high risk of severe illness and hospitalization due to COVID-19. Vaccinations will be for those aged 6 months and older.

To find a COVID-19 or monkeypox vaccine event near you, contact or check the website of your local health department; to schedule a COVID-19 vaccine appointment at a pharmacy or other location, visit vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682, TTY users call 7-1-1). Assistance is available in English, Spanish, and more than 100 other languages.

VDH Reopens Regional Community Vaccination Center in Norfolk

September 9, 2022

Media Contact: Larry Hill, larry.hill@vdh.virginia.gov

VDH Reopens Regional Community Vaccination Center in Norfolk
COVID-19 and Monkeypox Vaccinations Available on Different Days

(Norfolk, Va.)— The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) today announced that the Community Vaccination Center (CVC) at the Military Circle Mall, 880 N. Military Highway in Norfolk, will open Monday, Sept. 12. Monkeypox vaccinations will be available Mondays and Wednesdays from 3 to 6 p.m. COVID-19 vaccinations will be available Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

“We welcome this joint effort by the City of Norfolk, Virginia Beach Health Department and the Norfolk Health Department,” said Norfolk and Portsmouth Acting Health Director, Dr. Sulola Adekoya. “We encourage those in need of a monkeypox or COVID-19 vaccination, to take advantage of this free opportunity.”

You can register for a monkeypox vaccination by visiting https://vase.vdh.virginia.gov and clicking on monkeypox, then enter zip code 23502.

Monkeypox is a rare contagious rash illness caused by the monkeypox virus. The virus is in the same family of viruses as the virus that causes smallpox. Monkeypox causes milder illness than smallpox, but some symptoms can be severe. The monkeypox virus can spread from animals to people and from person to person.

The risk to the community is considered low at this time. Anyone can get and spread monkeypox; however, it is spread by close contact with an infected person. The highest risk activity at present is sex with multiple or anonymous partners. Avoiding these activities greatly reduces your risk of catching or spreading monkeypox.

Monkeypox can spread from person to person through:

  • Sexual or intimate contact (including oral, anal, and vaginal sex)
  • Hugging, kissing, cuddling, and massage
  • Sharing a bed, sharing a towel, or sharing clothes that have not been washed

In Virginia, a two-dose series of a monkeypox vaccine (JYNNEOS) is recommended for individuals who identify with any of the following groups:

  • All people, of any sexual orientation or gender, who have had anonymous or multiple (more than one) sexual partners in the last two weeks; or
  • Sex workers (of any sexual orientation or gender); or
  • Staff (of any sexual orientation or gender) at establishments where sexual activity occurs (such as bathhouses, sex clubs)

Starting Saturday, Sept. 17, COVID-19 vaccinations will be given on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., all COVID-19 vaccines, including the new bivalent booster vaccines, will be offered. There is no registration. Walk-ins only. Virginians who are unvaccinated remain at high risk of severe illness and hospitalization due to COVID-19. Vaccinations will be for those aged 6 months and older.

To find a COVID-19 or monkeypox vaccine event near you, contact or check the website of your local health department; to schedule a COVID-19 vaccine appointment at a pharmacy or other location, visit vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682, TTY users call 7-1-1). Assistance is available in English, Spanish, and more than 100 other languages.

VDH Reopens Regional Community Vaccination Center in Norfolk

September 9, 2022

Media Contact: Larry Hill, larry.hill@vdh.virginia.gov

VDH Reopens Regional Community Vaccination Center in Norfolk
COVID-19 and Monkeypox Vaccinations Available on Different Days

(Norfolk, Va.)— The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) today announced that the Community Vaccination Center (CVC) at the Military Circle Mall, 880 N. Military Highway in Norfolk, will open Monday, Sept. 12. Monkeypox vaccinations will be available Mondays and Wednesdays from 3 to 6 p.m. COVID-19 vaccinations will be available Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

“We welcome this joint effort by the City of Norfolk, Virginia Beach Health Department and the Norfolk Health Department,” said Norfolk and Portsmouth Acting Health Director, Dr. Sulola Adekoya. “We encourage those in need of a monkeypox or COVID-19 vaccination, to take advantage of this free opportunity.”

You can register for a monkeypox vaccination by visiting https://vase.vdh.virginia.gov and clicking on monkeypox, then enter zip code 23502.

Monkeypox is a rare contagious rash illness caused by the monkeypox virus. The virus is in the same family of viruses as the virus that causes smallpox. Monkeypox causes milder illness than smallpox, but some symptoms can be severe. The monkeypox virus can spread from animals to people and from person to person.

The risk to the community is considered low at this time. Anyone can get and spread monkeypox; however, it is spread by close contact with an infected person. The highest risk activity at present is sex with multiple or anonymous partners. Avoiding these activities greatly reduces your risk of catching or spreading monkeypox.

Monkeypox can spread from person to person through:

  • Sexual or intimate contact (including oral, anal, and vaginal sex)
  • Hugging, kissing, cuddling, and massage
  • Sharing a bed, sharing a towel, or sharing clothes that have not been washed

In Virginia, a two-dose series of a monkeypox vaccine (JYNNEOS) is recommended for individuals who identify with any of the following groups:

  • All people, of any sexual orientation or gender, who have had anonymous or multiple (more than one) sexual partners in the last two weeks; or
  • Sex workers (of any sexual orientation or gender); or
  • Staff (of any sexual orientation or gender) at establishments where sexual activity occurs (such as bathhouses, sex clubs)

Starting Saturday, Sept. 17, COVID-19 vaccinations will be given on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., all COVID-19 vaccines, including the new bivalent booster vaccines, will be offered. There is no registration. Walk-ins only. Virginians who are unvaccinated remain at high risk of severe illness and hospitalization due to COVID-19. Vaccinations will be for those aged 6 months and older.

To find a COVID-19 or monkeypox vaccine event near you, contact or check the website of your local health department; to schedule a COVID-19 vaccine appointment at a pharmacy or other location, visit vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682, TTY users call 7-1-1). Assistance is available in English, Spanish, and more than 100 other languages.

VDH Closes Regional Community Vaccination Center in Norfolk

March 18, 2022
Media Contacts:  Larry Hill, larry.hill@vdh.virginia.gov or Megan Shearin, megan.shearin@vdh.virginia.gov

VDH Closes Regional Community Vaccination Center in Norfolk

(Norfolk, Va.)— The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) today announced that the Community Vaccination Center (CVC) at the Military Circle Mall in Norfolk will close next week on Friday, March 25. Across the Commonwealth, the VDH CVCs have administered more than 330,000 COVID-19 vaccines since they opened in early October 2021. The CVC is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and closed on Sunday and Monday.

  • Appointments for vaccination for this final week are encouraged but not required. To make an appointment, visit Norfolk/VAB and input “23502” into the zip code search bar to schedule an appointment at the MCM vaccination center, or call 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682, TTY users call 7-1-1).  The Norfolk COVID-19 hotline (757) 683-2745 can also assist with general questions or scheduling appointments.
  • Those who have an appointment should plan to arrive no earlier than 20 minutes prior to the appointment time.  Anyone who has received a prior COVID-19 vaccine should bring their vaccine card or their vaccine record with a QR code. Those under 18 years of age require the presence of a parent or guardian.

The Norfolk Health Department will continue to use the Military Circle site after the CVC closure, providing FREE COVID-19 vaccinations two days a week.  Vaccines will be offered on Tuesday from 2 – 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. beginning Tuesday, April 5. There will be no appointments scheduled. This will be walk-in only.

Nearly 92 percent of adults in Virginia have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine with nearly 82 percent fully vaccinated. Nearly 72 percent of all Virginians have been fully vaccinated. About 15.3 million doses of vaccine have been administered across the Commonwealth since vaccines became available.

Virginians who are unvaccinated remain at high risk of severe illness and hospitalization due to COVID-19. VDH recommends individuals who are 12 and older receive booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.

To find a vaccine event near you, contact or check the website of your local health department; to schedule a vaccine appointment at a pharmacy or other location, visit vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682, TTY users call 7-1-1). Assistance is available in English, Spanish, and more than 100 other languages.

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Chesterfield Health District to Close Rockwood COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic

February 22, 2022
Media Contact: Brookie Crawford, brookie.crawford@vdh.virginia.gov

Chesterfield Health District to Close Rockwood COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic

CHESTERFIELD, Va. – The Chesterfield Health District’s Rockwood Vaccination Clinic is set to close this week. The last day of operations will be Saturday, February 26 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Rockwood Community Vaccination Clinic (CVC) has administered about 22,000 free COVID-19 vaccines doses since it opened on October 16, 2021.

“We’ve seen a consistent decline in the demand for the vaccine at Rockwood, particularly now that it is widely available,” said Chesterfield Health Director Alexander Samuel, MD, MPH. “By closing this clinic we can focus our resources on meeting the needs of individuals who still need the vaccine, but have limited access.”

Currently, in the Chesterfield Health District, 73.5% of the population has received at least one dose and 67% of the population is fully vaccinated.

The Rockwood Vaccination Clinic, located in the Rockwood Shopping Center at 10161 Hull Street Road in Midlothian, is open through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. It offers first, second, and additional primary COVID-19 vaccines at no cost to the public.

Prior to opening as a CVC, the Rockwood clinic administered free 2,354 COVID-19 vaccines as a local clinic.

Virginians who are unvaccinated remain at high risk of severe illness and hospitalization due to COVID-19. VDH recommends individuals who are 12 and older receive booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.

The CVC at the Arthur Ashe Athletic Center, located at 3001 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard in Richmond, remains open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and walk-ins are welcome.

For those still needing a free COVID-19 vaccine, please visit or call 1-877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682, TTY users call 7-1-1). English- and Spanish-speaking operators are available. Translation services also are available in more than 100 languages.

Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine, its safety and answers to frequently asked questions at VDH’s website and CDC’s website.

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Richmond Community Vaccination and Testing Centers to Close This Weekend Due To Weather

January 27, 2022
Media Contact: Cat Long, RHHDpr@vdh.virginia.gov, 804-363-0933

Richmond Community Vaccination and Testing Centers to Close This Weekend Due To Weather

RICHMOND, Va. — The community vaccination centers (CVCs) and the community testing centers (CTCs) in Richmond will close early on Friday at 4 p.m. and will stay closed on Saturday and Sunday. This affects Richmond’s Arthur Ashe CVC and Richmond Raceway CTC.

The decision to close was made due to the anticipated snow storm expected to arrive in the Richmond area this weekend. Normal hours of operation at the CVCs and CTCs will resume on Monday, January 31.

Richmond and Henrico Health Districts encourage residents to review winter safety tips ahead of the snowstorm.

For more information on COVID-19 testing and vaccinations in Richmond and Henrico, visit rchd.com or call 804-205-3501.

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Chesterfield Health District’s Rockwood Vaccination Clinic Announces Closings Friday, Saturday Due to Potential Inclement Weather

January 27, 2022
Media Contact: Brookie Crawford, brookie.crawford@vdh.virginia.gov

Chesterfield Health District’s Rockwood Vaccination Clinic Announces Closings Friday, Saturday Due to Potential Inclement Weather

CHESTERFIELD, Va. – The Chesterfield Health District announced that the Rockwood Vaccination Clinic will close early at 4 p.m. Friday January 28 and will remain closed Saturday, January 29 due to the potential inclement weather.

The Rockwood Vaccination Clinic, located in the Rockwood Shopping Center at 10161 Hull Street Road in Midlothian, will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, with the last appointment at 3:30 p.m. The clinic will remain closed the rest of the weekend and return to normal hours Monday, January 31.

Individuals with appointments during those times will be contacted by the Virginia Department of Health to reschedule. Regular hours are Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., with the last appointment at 5:30 p.m.

The Rockwood Vaccination Clinic offers first, second, and additional primary COVID-19 vaccines at no cost to the public. The Moderna vaccine and the single-dose Johnson & Johnson are available for anyone 18 and older. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is available for anyone 5 and older. A parent or guardian must accompany anyone under 18.

The Pfizer BioNTech booster vaccine can be obtained by anyone 12 and older at least five months from the date of their second mRNA (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) COVID-19 vaccine or at least two months from the date of their Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.

The Moderna or Johnson & Johnson booster vaccine can be obtained by anyone 18 and older at least six months from the date of their second mRNA (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) COVID-19 vaccine or at least two months from the date of their Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.

To make an appointment or reschedule, visit vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682, TTY users call 7-1-1). Assistance is available in English, Spanish, and more than 100 other languages. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are strongly encouraged, especially for children, to reduce wait times. Individuals with an appointment should plan to arrive no earlier than 20 minutes prior to the appointment time.

The Chesterfield Community Testing Center (CTC), located at 10300 Courthouse Rd., is not scheduled to be open Friday or Saturday. The CTC operates by appointment only Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. with the last appointment scheduled for 5:30 p.m.

Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine, its safety and answers to frequently asked questions at VDH’s website and CDC’s website.

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Delayed Opening at Chesterfield Health District’s Rockwood Vaccination Clinic Saturday Due to Potential Inclement Weather

January 21, 2022
Media Contact: Brookie Crawford, brookie.crawford@vdh.virginia.gov

Delayed Opening at Chesterfield Health District’s Rockwood Vaccination Clinic Saturday Due to Potential Inclement Weather

CHESTERFIELD, Va. – The Chesterfield Health District announced a delayed opening for the Rockwood Vaccination Clinic Saturday due to the potential inclement weather. The Rockwood Vaccination Clinic, located in the Rockwood Shopping Center at 10161 Hull Street Road in Midlothian, will be open from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday.

Anyone with an appointment before noon Saturday can walk in anytime between noon and 6 p.m. No need to reschedule unless individuals want to move their appointment to a different day.

The Rockwood Vaccination Clinic offers first, second, and additional primary COVID-19 vaccines at no cost to the public. The Moderna vaccine and the single-dose Johnson & Johnson are available for anyone 18 and older. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is available for anyone 5 and older. A parent or guardian must accompany anyone under 18. Regular hours are Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., with the last appointment at 5:30 p.m.

The Pfizer BioNTech booster vaccine can be obtained by anyone 12 and older at least five months from the date of their second mRNA (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) COVID-19 vaccine or at least two months from the date of their Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.

The Moderna or Johnson & Johnson booster vaccine can be obtained by anyone 18 and older at least six months from the date of their second mRNA (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) COVID-19 vaccine or at least two months from the date of their Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.

To make an appointment or reschedule, visit vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682, TTY users call 7-1-1). Assistance is available in English, Spanish, and more than 100 other languages. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are strongly encouraged, especially for children, to reduce wait times. Individuals with an appointment should plan to arrive no earlier than 20 minutes prior to the appointment time.

The Chesterfield Community Testing Center (CTC), located at 10300 Courthouse Rd., is not scheduled to be open Saturday. The CTC operates by appointment only Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The last appointment will be scheduled for 5:30 p.m.

Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine, its safety and answers to frequently asked questions at VDH’s website and CDC’s website.

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Chesterfield Health District Offers Pfizer Booster Shots for 12-15 Year Olds

January 6, 2022
Media Contact: Brookie Crawford, brookie.crawford@vdh.virginia.gov

Chesterfield Health District Offers Pfizer Booster Shots for 12-15 Year Olds
Appointments Available Now at Rockwood Vaccination Clinic

CHESTERFIELD, Va. – Effective immediately, the Chesterfield Health District’s Rockwood Vaccination Clinic will offer Pfizer BioNTech booster shots for 12-15 year olds. Additionally, 5 to 11-year-old vaccine recipients who are moderately or severely immunocompromised are eligible to receive a third dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine 28 days after the second dose.

The Rockwood Vaccination Clinic, located in the Rockwood Shopping Center at 10161 Hull Street Road in Midlothian, is open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The Rockwood Vaccination Clinic offers first, second, and additional primary COVID-19 vaccines at no cost to the public. The Moderna vaccine and the single-dose Johnson & Johnson are available for anyone 18 and older. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is available for anyone 5 and older. A parent or guardian must accompany anyone under 18.

The Pfizer BioNTech booster vaccine can be obtained by anyone 12 and older at least five months from the date of their second mRNA (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) COVID-19 vaccine or at least two months from the date of their Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.

The Moderna or Johnson & Johnson booster vaccine can be obtained by anyone 18 and older at least six months from the date of their second mRNA (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) COVID-19 vaccine or at least two months from the date of their Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.

To make an appointment visit vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682, TTY users call 7-1-1). Assistance is available in English, Spanish, and more than 100 other languages. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are strongly encouraged, especially for children, to reduce wait times. Individuals with an appointment should plan to arrive no earlier than 20 minutes prior to the appointment time.

Individuals who are eligible to receive a COVID-19 booster dose may choose which vaccine product they would like to receive as a booster. For those individuals that choose a different product than their primary series, VDH urges you to consult with your doctor or healthcare provider who can assist you in making the best decision for your own situation.

If you are coming for your second, third or booster dose, please bring your vaccine card to confirm the date and type of vaccine you received in previous doses.

Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine, its safety and answers to frequently asked questions at VDH’s website and CDC’s website.

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