Norfolk Department of Public Health

09/14/2026

Running around after the grandkids? That counts as physical activity! We are highlighting Healthy Aging Month by encouraging everyone to Move Your Way! Lots of everyday things count, and it all adds up. Use the Move Your Way Activity Planner to find activities you love and build a weekly activity plan: https://odphp.health.gov/moveyourway/activity-planner

09/11/2026

💙💚 September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month! 💚💙

This month, let’s raise awareness about childhood obesity and the importance of helping children build healthy, lifelong habits. Every child deserves opportunities to eat nutritious foods, stay active, sleep well, and grow up feeling supported and confident. 🌈🏃‍♀️🍎

Small, positive changes can make a big difference! Families, schools, healthcare providers, and communities can work together to create healthier environments where children can thrive. ❤️

Let’s focus on health—not shame, and encourage healthy habits through support, education, and positive example.

📣 Spread the awareness. Share this post and help us promote healthier, happier futures for our children!

09/11/2026

symptoms include abnormal vaginal discharge or bleeding, bleeding after vaginal s*x, vaginal odor and pelvic or abdominal pain. Any of these signs should be checked out by a gynecologist. bit.ly/fwc-cervical-cancer
Most cases of are now preventable. The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is recommended as early as age 9 and is approved for patients up to age 45. bit.ly/fwc-cervical-cancer

The best way to find early is to have regular Pap tests and HPV tests at intervals recommended by your health care provider. bit.ly/fwc-cervical-cancer

09/10/2026

This month and every month, make a commitment to keep you and your family safe from foodborne illness! Check out these tips to help protect you from foodborne illness.

https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/safe-food-handling

09/10/2026

09/09/2026

? 1 in 6 Americans experience foodborne illness every year. Follow these safety tips to keep you and your family safe during National Food Safety Education Month.

https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/safe-food-handling

09/08/2026

No health insurance? No problem! 💊 Introducing Front Door, a free tool connecting adults in South Hampton Roads to local, free or low-cost clinics. Answer a few questions and get matched with the right care near you.

Tap the link to get started: www.front-door.org

09/05/2026

In observance of Labor Day, the Norfolk Department of Public Health is closed on Monday, September 7th.

Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

We wish everyone a safe, happy, and relaxing Labor Day weekend! ❤️🤍💙

09/03/2026

In observance of Labor Day, the Norfolk Department of Public Health will close at 12pm NOON Friday, September 4, 2026.

Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

We wish everyone a safe, happy, and relaxing Labor Day weekend! ❤️🤍💙