Anyone experiencing anxiety or stress related to COVID-19 may call or text VA COPES, a free and confidential COVID-19 response warmline, at 877-349-6428, Mon-Fri 9:00am to 9:00pm and Sat - Sun. 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Spanish speakers are available.
Virginia’s Health is in Your Hands. Do your part, stop the spread.
We need everyone’s help to stop the spread. Individuals, communities, businesses, and healthcare organizations all play an important role in slowing the spread of COVID-19.
Wash your hands often, stay at least 6 feet apart from others, wear a mask in public settings, stay home if you are sick, and disinfect high-touch surfaces often. These are all very important ways to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
All Virginians should limit indoor and outdoor in-person gatherings to no more than 25 people. Continue to practice social distancing and avoid mass gatherings and crowded places.
As of November 15, Governor Northam expanded the mask mandate established by Executive Order 63 to require all Virginians aged 5 years and older to wear masks in indoor public settings and business establishments.
Governor Northam announced that Virginia entered Phase Three of the Forward Virginia reopening plan on July 1, 2020.
As of Monday, 3/30/2020, the Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts will be open only to those with scheduled appointments and pre-arranged pick-ups and deliveries. If you have a need for health department services, please call your respective local health department first and we will guide and assist you as needed.
If you have observed violations of Executive 63 or Executive Order 67 and wish to file a complaint, CLICK HERE to fill out this report form as completely as possible. Executive Order 63 involves the requirement to wear a face covering while inside buildings. Frequently Asked Questions about Executive Order 63 are available here. Executive Order 67 involves Phase 3 easing of certain temporary restrictions due to COVID-19; complaints related only to Executive Order 67 that involve cloth face coverings or capacity requirements may be filed with this form.
