CDC and public health officials in several states, the Infant Botulism Treatment and Prevention Program, and the FDA are investigating a multistate outbreak of infant botulism linked to recalled infant formula. Epidemiologic data show that ByHeart Whole Nutrition infant formula might be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum and is making infants sick.
At this time, there are no cases of infant botulism from Virginia included in this outbreak. Learn more.
November 18, 2025 - As proclaimed by Governor Glenn Youngkin, November 17–21 is Crash Responder Safety Week in Virginia, observed in alignment with the nationwide effort to recognize the critical work of emergency responders and the dangers they face while managing roadway incidents. The Virginia Department of Health’s (VDH) Office of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) joins partners across the Commonwealth and the nation in raising awareness and promoting safer conditions for those who protect motorists on our roadways.
UPDATE as of 11.24.25 @ 10:10AM - PLEASE DO NOT PROMOTE AT THIS TIME.
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This digital campaign with graphics and videos promotes annual influenza vaccination to reduce the severity of influenza.
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This social Media Toolkit provides downloadable social media posts, graphics, hashtags, and messaging to help advocates promote annual flu vaccination.
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Monday, Dec. 8, at 2:30 PM
Join de Beaumont, CityHealth, the National Association of Counties, and the American Public Health Association on for a conversation about how public health professionals can communicate more effectively with policymakers. The session will highlight research-tested messages and practical strategies to help make these conversations more confident and impactful.
Thursday, December 11 at 1 PM
Learn about free videos, digital banners, graphics, and more from KFF’s Together Greater Than to promote STI prevention, testing, and treatment.
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