Virginians over 6 months old

RCAHD is delighted to be among the local providers to begin offering COVID-19 vaccines to our youngest residents, ages six months and older.

Vaccines for young children received final approval by federal authorities and VDH over the weekend, and are in the process of being shipped to participating providers this week. COVID-19 vaccines help prevent kids from severe illness, long-term complications, and death.

A: Many parents may prefer that their child be vaccinated at their pediatrician's office. Contact your pediatrician to find out if they will carry the vaccine and whether they are holding a walk-in clinic or scheduling by appointment.

American Academy of Pediatrics

Coming Soon: REVIVE! Training - Learn How to Save a Life

REVIVE! is a training for the general public on how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose emergency in 6 easy steps.

In-person trainings are held on the second Thursday of every month at the Roanoke City Health Department from 5:30-7pm. The next in-person training date is July 15.

Virtual trainings are held monthly on the third Tuesdays from 12-1:30pm. The next virtual training event is July 19.

RCAHD also offers FREE Naloxone, a life-saving medication used to reverse an opioid overdose. Call us at 540-613-6597 to learn more.

Due to the Juneteenth holiday, the COVID-19 activity dashboards have not been updated as of early Tuesday morning. Visit our social media site later today for this week's RCAHD situation update.

Recent research shows that HIV testing declined during the pandemic, leading to potential undiagnosed cases and spread. Individuals who are aware of their HIV positive status can get care, receive treatment and live long, healthy lives.