RHHD Blog: Well Read (Archived)

Last Updated: September 24, 2025 Child Passenger Safety Week is September 21-27  Richmond and Henrico Health Districts (RHHD) encourage parents and caregivers to choose the right car seat for their child and install the seat properly. RHHD Community Health Workers (CHWs) lead several classes per month at local resource centers as part of the Virginia...Continue reading→

Last Updated: September 22, 2025 The Richmond and Henrico Health Districts (RHHD) encourage anyone experiencing asthma or asthma-like symptoms, including chest tightness or pain, wheezing when exhaling, or trouble sleeping caused by shortness of breath, coughing, or wheezing, to talk to a healthcare provider about their symptoms. This is especially important during Asthma Peak Week,...Continue reading→

Last Updated: May 4, 2026 Richmond and Henrico Health Districts (RHHD) encourage you to make appointments for respiratory illness vaccinations and make a plan for emergencies. September is National Preparedness Month and Sept. 16 is Get Ready Day.  “Get Ready Day reminds us of the importance of preparing ourselves, our families, and our communities for...Continue reading→

Last Updated: May 4, 2026 September is Suicide Prevention Month. This is a time to raise awareness, remember those we’ve lost, and strengthen our connections. Richmond and Henrico Health Districts invite you to share resources that can save lives. Together, we can help prevent suicide. Suicide remains a leading cause of death in Virginia. In...Continue reading→

Last Updated: April 30, 2026 Opioids are natural or synthetic chemicals that bind to receptors in your brain or body to reduce the intensity of pain signals reaching the brain. Doctors sometimes prescribe opioids to manage and treat moderate-to-severe pain. Opioids can cause a person’s breathing to slow down or stop— this is considered an...Continue reading→

Last Updated: May 4, 2026 National Community Health Worker Awareness Week is August 25-30.  “Community Health Workers help families get care, learn about their health and find local resources,” said Richmond and Henrico Health Districts Director of Community Programming Margo Webb. “Their work makes an impact across Richmond City and Henrico County every day. We’re proud...Continue reading→

Last Updated: May 4, 2026 For some young adults, going off to college is an exciting time. Learning to take care of one’s health is as important as required coursework. “College is a time of growth and new experiences, including learning how to care for your health,” said RHHD Population Health Manager Tamara Jones-Groves.  “We...Continue reading→

Last Updated: May 4, 2026 “National Breastfeeding Month reminds us that new and expecting parents need support, encouragement and resources as they navigate the challenging first years of a child’s life,” said Richmond and Henrico Health Districts Director of Community Programming Margo Webb. “Richmond and Henrico Health Districts provide a variety of support services and...Continue reading→

Last Updated: July 31, 2025 Immunizations are another thing to put on your back-to-school checklist, especially for rising 7th and 12th graders. RHHD clinics and partners are hard at work getting immunizations to students around Richmond City and Henrico County. Visit https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/richmond-city/childhood-immunization/ for information about immunization requirements and where to schedule those appointments. RHHD and our community partners have...Continue reading→

Last Updated: April 30, 2026 Trauma Healing Response Network (THRN) and The City of Richmond Department of Justice Services kicks off the school year with a Back 2 School Bash that you won’t want to miss! This isn’t just another event, it’s an evening designed to remove real barriers that too many students and families...Continue reading→

Last Updated: July 31, 2025 On Tuesday, August 5, residents in neighborhoods throughout the City of Richmond, Henrico County, and across the nation, lock their doors, turn on outside lights, and spend the evening outside with neighbors and police. Many RHHD neighborhoods will be hosting a variety of special events such as block parties, cookouts,...Continue reading→