Lenowisco Health District

05/01/2026

Thank you UVA Wise Nursing students! You did a fantastic job helping with our emergency preparedness drill! We are thankful for a wonderful partnership with UVA-Wise and for the use of the David J Prior convocation center!

05/01/2026

Thank you Chief Lane for your partnership and service to your community- you will be missed! We wish you the best of retirements, may your days be filled with well-deserved joy.

05/01/2026

💜April is Sarcoidosis Awareness Month💜
As it comes to a close, let's shine a light on a disease that affects approximately 1.2 million people living with sarcoidosis worldwide, including an estimated 175,000 people in the United States.

❓️What is sarcoidosis?❓️
Sarcoidosis is an immune system disorder marked by chronic inflammation that causes small clumps of immune cells, called granulomas, to form in tissues and organs. It is most common in the lungs and lymph nodes but can also affect the skin, liver, and eyes. Common symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, skin changes, and eye irritation.

📣Why awareness matters📣
Despite advances in research, sarcoidosis remains challenging to diagnose, and treatment options are limited to managing its symptoms. Greater awareness means earlier recognition, stronger support for patients and caregivers, and continued momentum toward a cure.

🔗 Learn more at: https://www.stopsarcoidosis.org

04/29/2026

04/27/2026

You're Invited! The documentary tells the history of hospitals in Virginia, including Eastern State, the history of VHHA, and the shares a mix of modern provider and patient stories. The documentary title is: Healing and Hope: Hospitals’ Legacy of Service in Virginia.

Showings will be held around the state during National Hospital Week (May 10-16). The events are free, but guests should RSVP. Free refreshments will be provided during the event.

04/24/2026

Tick check! If you have been outside, check your whole body for ticks.

Take them off carefully and talk to your doctor if you develop a rash or fever as some ticks can make you sick.

Learn more about the best way to remove a tick at https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/ticks/tick-removal/

04/23/2026

April is national cancer prevention and early detection month and local health leaders said early action could save lives.News Five's Natalea Hillen looks at ho

04/22/2026

04/22/2026

Enjoy nature, without the ticks!
✅ Prepare for spending time outside by using EPA-approved repellants.
✅ Check for ticks after being outdoors
✅ If you are bitten, save the ticks. You can show them to your healthcare provider if you get sick after a tick bite.
✅ Learn more at vdh.virginia.gov/ticks

04/21/2026

Recent CDC data show the overall U.S. STI burden remains high, but signs of progress continue. Testing, treatment, and prevention are key! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3RQAbmP

04/21/2026

As temperatures warm up and Virginians start to spend more time outside, we want to raise awareness about ticks.

Learn more about the ticks in Virginia that bite people, diseases that tick bites can cause, and how to prevent them at vdh.virginia.gov/ticks.