Portsmouth Health Department

Portsmouth Health Department The Portsmouth Health Department is committed to the promotion, protection & preservation of health.

Portsmouth Health Department offers the following medical services:
-Immunizations
-STI & HIV screening, education, treatment and counseling services
- School and sports physicals
- Tuberculosis (TB) screening and testing
- Pregnancy Testing
- Family Planning (contraception)
- Child Health Assessments
- Multivitamin distribution for women of childbearing age
- Prenatal Care (provided by EVMS)
- R

yan White HIV Clinic (provided by EVMS)

For more information on our services please visit our website phd.vdh.virginia.gov

Slip ups are normal when quitting smoking and can make us stronger. Share ways that you’ve overcome hurdles on your way ...
06/09/2026

Slip ups are normal when quitting smoking and can make us stronger. Share ways that you’ve overcome hurdles on your way to becoming smokefree.

For free help to quit smoking:
Call: 1-800-QUIT-NOW / 1-800-784-8669

Join our friends next door at Portsmouth Behavioral Healthcare Services to take charge of your health. Knowing your stat...
06/09/2026

Join our friends next door at Portsmouth Behavioral Healthcare Services to take charge of your health.

Knowing your status is a powerful step toward protecting yourself and your community. Testing is fast, free, and completely confidential.

VDH wishes everyone a safe and happy Pride Month. Everyone deserves access to healthcare where they can show up as them...
06/08/2026

VDH wishes everyone a safe and happy Pride Month.
Everyone deserves access to healthcare where they can show up as themselves and be met with care, dignity and respect.

We participated at the Portsmouth PRIDE festival this weekend. We offered Sexual Health information, Hurricane Preparedness guides, free Narcan Kits, and Hands Only CPR Compressions training.

Find out about the services we provide at https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/local-health-districts/

It takes a village to raise a healthy community! ❤️ The Portsmouth Health Department wants to hear directly from you. Jo...
06/08/2026

It takes a village to raise a healthy community! ❤️

The Portsmouth Health Department wants to hear directly from you. Join us in your neighborhood for a safe space to talk about what you need for a healthy pregnancy and a healthy family.

We are coming to three locations to listen to your mind, your concerns, and discuss local resources and disparities:
📍 Dale Homes (Playground Area)
2300 Columbus Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704
Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.

📍 Southside Gardens (Community Center)
707 7th Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704
Wednesday, July 8, 2026, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

A huge thank you to our community partners: London Oaks, Dale Homes, Southside Gardens, Earthside Birthing Services, and Mercy Drops Dream Center!

📞 For more information, contact Angela King (ext. 8565) or Torka Reed (ext. 8519) at 757-393-8585.

Happy World Environment Day! 🌎 Today is all about celebrating our planet and taking action to protect it. This year's fo...
06/05/2026

Happy World Environment Day! 🌎 Today is all about celebrating our planet and taking action to protect it. This year's focus is on climate action—protecting the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the neighborhoods we live in.

Every small change adds up. What is one simple thing you are doing for the planet today? Let us know below! 👇✨

Join us in your neighborhood for a safe space to talk about what you need for a healthy pregnancy and a healthy family. ...
06/05/2026

Join us in your neighborhood for a safe space to talk about what you need for a healthy pregnancy and a healthy family.

Today Now Until Noon!

📍 London Oaks Apartments (Community Center)
2680 High Street, Portsmouth, VA 23707
Friday, June 5, 2026, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Get ready today!🔹 Find your neighborhood's evacuation letter at vaemergency.gov/know-your-zone🔹 Pack a 3-to-7 day kit wi...
06/05/2026

Get ready today!
🔹 Find your neighborhood's evacuation letter at vaemergency.gov/know-your-zone
🔹 Pack a 3-to-7 day kit with food, water, and medicines
🔹 Know where you will go if you have to leave home
🔹 Sign up for your city's emergency text alerts

June is Men’s Health Month! 🟦 This month is all about encouraging the men in our lives—fathers, brothers, sons, and frie...
06/04/2026

June is Men’s Health Month! 🟦 This month is all about encouraging the men in our lives—fathers, brothers, sons, and friends—to prioritize their physical and mental well-being.

Taking care of your health doesn't have to be complicated. Start with these simple steps:

1. Schedule that checkup: Regular doctor visits can catch health issues early before they become major problems. 🩺

2. Listen to your body: Don't ignore unusual pain, fatigue, or changes in your body.

3. Talk about mental health: Mental well-being is just as important as physical fitness. It's okay to reach out and talk when things get heavy. 🧠

4. Stay active: Find a daily routine that keeps you moving, whether it's a brisk walk, hitting the gym, or playing a sport. 🏃‍♂️

Let’s use this month to break the stigma around men's health and start making wellness a daily habit. Your health is your wealth!

Is it Heat Exhaustion or Heat Stroke? 🌡️ When it gets hot outside, you need to know the difference.Check the quick guide...
06/03/2026

Is it Heat Exhaustion or Heat Stroke? 🌡️ When it gets hot outside, you need to know the difference.

Check the quick guide below:
👉 Heat Exhaustion: The person will be sweating heavily and feeling dizzy. Help them get to the AC and sip water to cool down.
👉 Heat Stroke: This is an emergency. The person stops sweating, their skin is hot and dry, and they may pass out. Call 9-1-1 right away.

Share this with your family and friends to keep everyone safe this summer! 🌊

Join us in your neighborhood for a safe space to talk about what you need for a healthy pregnancy and a healthy family. ...
06/03/2026

Join us in your neighborhood for a safe space to talk about what you need for a healthy pregnancy and a healthy family.

We are coming to three locations to listen to your mind, your concerns, and discuss local resources and disparities: This week!
📍 London Oaks Apartments (Community Center)
2680 High Street, Portsmouth, VA 23707
Friday, June 5, 2026, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Address

1701 High Street
Portsmouth, VA
23704

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17573938585

Website

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