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Recent News and Updates
Letter from the Director: Welcoming 2026
Last Updated: January 6, 2026 Dear friends, neighbors, and partners: As we start 2026, the Norfolk Department of Public Health is here for you. Our goal remains the same: to be a source of health...Continue reading→
Tips for Safe, Healthy Holiday Travel
Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Plan Ahead for a Healthy and Safe Holiday As you and your family prepare to travel during the holiday season, the VDH reminds you to take important steps now to...Continue reading→
New Year, New You: VDH Encourages a New, Healthier You in 2026
Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Ring in the New Year and focus on becoming healthier. VDH Norfolk wants to help you keep your New Year’s resolutions by offering simple, sustainable habits for a year of...Continue reading→
Winter Weather Advisory
Last Updated: December 4, 2025 Reminder: Winter weather can be dangerous and unpredictable. Snow, ice and freezing conditions can lead to unexpected injuries and accidents. These conditions can increase the risk of hazardous travel, power...Continue reading→
757 Sober Ride Program, powered by Lyft, 5pm November 26- 3am November 27, 2025
Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Kick off Thanksgiving safely! 🚗🦃Drive Safe Hampton Roads and NHTSA remind everyone that Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving, especially on Thanksgiving Eve—also known as “Drinksgiving,” one of the most dangerous nights for...Continue reading→
Keeping Norfolk Healthy.
Find Us in the Community.
We're a part of the Norfolk community and we're always out and about. Take a look at the calendar to see where you'll find us next.
Local resources helping to make Norfolk a healthier community for all.
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Foodbank of Southampton Roads
Directory of local food banks that provide food and resources to those in need.
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Emergency Food Resources
Ensuring that individuals and families have access to nutritious food during times of crisis.
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Local Shelters
List of local shelters, homeless outreach programs and resources.
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Medicaid
Access to information, forms and applications for Medicaid.
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Public Transit
Norfolk is served by Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) with several local and regional routes serving the City.
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Housing and Employment Services
Resources for homeless individuals that helps gain access to affordable housing and additional supports.
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US Citizenship and Immigration
Online tools and resources to manage your US Citizenship.
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Hispanic Chamber
Resources and services that support the Hispanic community in Norfolk.
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Safe Place
Safe Place provides access to immediate help and supportive resources for youth in need.
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Domestic and Intimate Partner Violence Prevention
Domestic violence is a public health issue that impacts children, teens, and adults. Explore information, and resources.
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Hampton Roads Pride
Hampton Roads Pride unites the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQIAP+) and allied communities in support of inclusion, dignity and equality of ALL PEOPLE.
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Hampton Roads Community Health Center
Offering medical, behavioral and dental care needs at a discount sliding scale fee for homeless and uninsured patients.






