Lenowisco Health District

10/22/2025

Join our team! We are looking to hire a Community Health Outreach Worker who will work with our Maternal and Child Health programs. This person will serve as a liaison between community members and our programs and services while helping our programs that serve pregnant women and children expand their capacity to serve the community. This position will be based at the Wise County Health Department. Apply online: https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/community-health-worker-lw044-wise-virginia-united-states

10/21/2025

is spreading among wild birds, including vultures. Human infections are rare, but you can become infected by touching sick or dead birds.
🛑 Do NOT touch dead vultures or other wild birds.
🧤 If you must handle them (e.g., for removal), wear proper protective gear.
📞 Report dead birds to your local wildlife or public health authorities.
Learn more at https://ow.ly/Ulkp50Xf6Ev

10/20/2025

Family Crisis Support Services is working to provide some food relief for those struggling within the communities we serve. With EBT benefits not happening for November and paychecks temporarily not coming in for some, individuals and families are facing a time of struggle and turmoil. Not only do our residents rely on these benefits, but so many in our outreach programs as well.

WHAT ARE WE DOING?

From 10-22-25 (WEDNESDAY) to 11-5-25 (WEDNESDAY), Family Crisis will be collecting both PERISHABLE AND NON-PERISHABLE food items at our main office from 10am -6pm daily:

Family Crisis Support Services Main Campus Location, 5668 Freedom Blvd, Norton, VA 24273

NON-PERISHABLE food items may also be dropped off at Freedom Ford in Wise, VA and Freedom Chevrolet in Big Stone Gap, VA

If you would like to help, but don't live nearby -- Don't worry, we have you covered!! Click the link below to donate. Please put in your subject line "Food Drive"
https://family-crisis.networkforgood.com/projects/229875-family-crisis-support-services

10/20/2025

ECC is the perfect place for people who aren't. Come worship with us in the heart of Southwest Virginia.

10/15/2025

Little things make BIG differences in public health prevention. So, cover your cough, wash your hands and get your vaccines! If we all do these little things, we can make a big difference in keeping our communities healthy. 😊

10/15/2025

10/10/2025

We know the community is eager for updates about the ongoing cancer investigation in Scott County. The Virginia Cancer Registry is still reviewing the data to ensure a thorough process. At this time, there are no updates to report. We will share new information as it is made available to us.

Please note it is the Virginia Cancer Registry who makes the determination of a cluster NOT the local health district. We are anxiously awaiting more information from them as is the rest of our community. WCYB has contacted us once since the information was sent to the VCR and the news remains the same- we are awaiting the determination from the VCR as they review the data we sent and throughly investigate further if they have followup questions.

For more information on cancer clusters, please visit https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/virginia-cancer-registry/cancer-clusters/kser

Cancer Clusters Please read our ‘Virginia Cancer Registry Cancer Cluster Investigation Procedure” before submitting a cancer cluster report form. Cancer Cluster Report Form What is cancer? “Cancer” is one term that is used to refer to over one hundred different diseases. These diseases have ...

10/09/2025

The Southwest Virginia Medical Reserve Corps received a V.I.S.I.O.N award in the Community Response category for our work following Hurricane Helene. The award is presented by the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR). We were chosen from 800 units throughout the country.

V.I.S.I.O.N stands for Valuing Individuals Serving with Integrity, Outreach, and Nobility. These awards honor the exceptional contributions of Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) volunteers. "V.I.S.I.O.N." reflects the key qualities of MRC volunteers—integrity, outreach, and noble service. The name also represents the forward-thinking impact of their work in shaping public health and disaster response.

10/07/2025

💜October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month 💜

Every year, millions of people in the United States experience intimate partner violence — emotional, physical, or sexual harm caused by someone they love or trust. It happens in every community, at every income level, and at every age.

💜You are not alone. People will believe you. Help is available, and healing is possible.💜

Facts about domestic violence:

🔵Nearly 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men have experienced severe physical violence by an intimate partner.

🔵More than 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have experienced some form of physical violence, sexual violence, or stalking by an intimate partner.

🔵Among high school students, 1 in 12 report experiencing physical dating violence.

❗If You Need Help❗

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911.

📱Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
or text “START” to 88788.

💻You can also chat online at: thehotline.org/get-help

All conversations are confidential.

Together, we can help end the silence. 💜

For more information, visit the CDC’s Intimate Partner Violence page:
https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/intimatepartnerviolence

10/04/2025

Reports of a fentanyl-laced yellow substance causing overdoses in neighboring states could be the cause of increased local overdoses recently. Please use caution and carry naloxone, go low and slow at first.

10/03/2025

October brings cool temperatures, falling leaves, and the conclusion of the planting season. But it's not too late to add a few last vegetables to your garden in some parts of the state! 🎃🍂

Direct Sowing:
Zones 6A & 6B: No recommendations
Zone 7A: Beginning of the month: Spinach
Zone 7B: Beginning of the month: Mustard, Radish. All month: Baby Salad Lettuce, Spinach
Zone 8A: Baby Salad Lettuce, Mustard, Radish, Spinach
Zone 8B Direct Sowing Recommendations are available in the publication linked below.

Transplanting:
Zones 6A, 6B, 7A, and 7B: No recommendations
Zone 8A: Beginning of the month: Head Lettuce
Zone 8B Transplanting Recommendations are available in the publication linked below.

You can prepare for the spring planting season by visiting https://brnw.ch/plantguide. To determine your USDA zone, you can enter your zip code here: https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/

09/26/2025

Join us for a powerful morning of learning and action! 🌟

On Saturday, September 27, United Way is joining the Southwest Virginia Medical Reserve Corps for a panel discussion on lessons learned from Hurricane Helene, straight from those who were on the ground.

After the panel, stay for FREE lifesaving trainings:
- Stop the Bleed
- Narcan

Location: Virginia Highlands Community College, ISC Building, Room 130
Time: Registration: 8:30am | Panel + Training: 9:00am–12:00pm

Don’t miss this chance to gain knowledge and skills that could save lives!