2022- That's a Wrap!

Happy Holidays! As we approach the end of 2022 and the beginning of 2023, we at the Blue Ridge Health District would like to take a moment to express our gratitude for the time and effort this community has committed to improving public health. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the landscape of public health drastically and introduced a significant burden to our healthcare systems. Despite the inherent difficulties in serving such a large and diverse population, our district has consistently seen one of the highest rates of COVID-19 vaccines and boosters administered in the entire state of Virginia. A large part of this success is due to the hard work and collaboration of many local organizations. These community-based groups played an irreplaceable part in improving accessibility to COVID-19 response tools like testing, vaccines, and boosters. We could not have made our work possible without their continued commitment to the safety of our community!

Winter Weather Safety

With forecasts of extremely cold weather ahead, it’s time to get prepared. Plan indoor activities, and if you must be out, dress in multiple layers, including coverings for face, ears, hands, and winter footwear. Keep an emergency kit in your car with items like drinking water, blankets, and warm clothes. Always keep your cell phone charged, and let people know when you leave, where you’re traveling, and when to expect you. Check out VDH’s Winter Weather Preparedness Website to learn more on how to protect yourself and your loved ones this season! 

BRHD Holiday Schedule

In observance of the winter holidays, all BRHD offices and locations will be CLOSED Friday, December 23 through Monday, December 26. Regular business hours will resume as normal at 8 AM on Tuesday, December 27.

COVID-19 Updates

BRHD Vaccination Plans for 2023 

It has been two years since BRHD began administering COVID-19 vaccines. These vaccines are now widely available throughout our District at local pharmacies, grocery stores, and through several health care providers. Given the widespread availability of vaccines, BRHD is ending weekly COVID-19 vaccine clinics at local health departments at the end of this month. Starting in 2023, we will offer COVID-19 vaccines at the Charlottesville/Albemarle Health Department on January 12, 20, and 24, 2023. See details below and find more updates on our COVID-19 vaccination webpage

Tuesday, January 12 from 8:30 – 11:30 AM and 1 – 4 PM 

• Where: Charlottesville / Albemarle Health Department, 1138 Rose Hill Drive, Door #1 Charlottesville, VA 
• Available vaccines: 
• Moderna vaccines for all ages (6 months +), including bivalent boosters for ages 6 months +. 

Friday, January 20 from 8:30 – 11:30 AM 

• Where: Charlottesville / Albemarle Health Department, 1138 Rose Hill Drive, Door #1, Charlottesville, VA 
• Available vaccines: 
• Moderna vaccines for all ages (6 months +), including bivalent boosters for ages 6 months +. 

Tuesday, January 24 from 8:30 – 11:30 AM and 1 – 4 PM 

• Where: Charlottesville / Albemarle Health Department, 1138 Rose Hill Drive, Door #1, Charlottesville, VA 
• Available vaccines: 
• Moderna vaccines for all ages (6 months +), including bivalent boosters for ages 6 months +. 
• Pfizer bivalent vaccine for ages 6 months - 4 years old. 

All vaccinations are by appointment only- no walk-ins are available. To schedule an appointment, search VASE+ with zip code 22903.



Order More Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests via USPS 

To prepare for the influx of holiday gatherings and increased potential for COVID-19 exposures, the White House has renewed ordering of free at-home COVID-19 tests by mail. Orders are limited to one per household, and each order comes with four tests. To order your free at-home tests, visit https://special.usps.com/testkits.