Virginia Department of Health (VDH) Clinical Community

Virginia health officials are investigating a measles exposure in Northern Virginia. The Virginia Department of Health is working to identify people who are at risk. Read more: https://ow.ly/jFz550ZeVaf

Healthcare Professionals & Community Health Workers: Ready to make a lasting impact in your community?

Healthy Brain Virginia offers FREE Brain Health Training designed to equip you with the tools to:

🧠 Recognize early signs of cognitive decline
📋 Support timely referrals and care planning
💬 Promote healthy brain habits in communities
🤝 Strengthen culturally responsive care and outreach

Boost your knowledge and community impact. Sign up for free self-paced training opportunities today:
🔗 Free Brain Health Training

June is Men’s Health Month.

VDH encourages men to take time for their health. Start today. Even small changes can help you feel better and stay healthy.

Learn more at https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/blog/2026/06/15/mens-health-month/

New infant botulism outbreak linked to infant formula.
If your infant was fed Nara Organics infant formula and has any of these symptoms, seek health care immediately: poor feeding, loss of head control, difficulty swallowing, decreased facial expression. More info: https://www.cdc.gov/botulism/outbreaks-investigations/infant-formula-june-2026/index.html

VDH expects more travelers coming through Virginia this summer.

The United States, Mexico, and Canada are hosting the FIFA World Cup 2026™ during June 11–July 19. Along with America250 and Sail250, this may bring more international and domestic travelers through airports in the region.

To stay up-to-date on how to protect your patients, see additional VDH guidance at: https://ow.ly/3e8o50Z8HFT

Join the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health (DBHDS) and Developmental Services and the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) for an engaging presentation to learn practical strategies for supporting informed, person-led decision making.

This webinar covers decision-making options, communication techniques, engaging individuals with diverse needs, and advocating for autonomy.

This training is meant for anyone who supports people receiving community services: those working at community service boards, local and state agencies, private providers, and more!

Register for 1 of 2 dates:
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
9:30am - 11:00am
https://bit.ly/4cCxKxY

Thursday, June 25, 2026
1:00pm - 2:30pm
https://bit.ly/42g4jN2

For questions or assistance, please email [email protected].

Measles outbreaks are occurring in parts of the United States and in other countries.

Virginia has one active measles outbreak in Buckingham County. VDH is working to identify additional cases, connect people to testing and care, and is offering vaccine to those who need it.

✅VDH encourages people who are not vaccinated to avoid large gatherings or crowded events.
✅VDH encourages everyone to talk to a healthcare provider about the measles vaccine recommendations for their family.
✅ People who live in Buckingham County may have a different recommendation for vaccines because of the outbreak.
✅ People who are traveling this summer should make sure they have had two doses of the MMR vaccine for full protection.

Read more at vdh.virginia.gov/measles

Why are Immunization Information Systems (IIS) so important to public health?

On today’s episode of Public Health Review Morning Edition, ASTHO’s Andy Baker-White, senior director of state health policy, breaks down the critical role IIS play in tracking vaccinations, supporting outbreak response, and informing decision-making.

He also explores how policies vary across jurisdictions and why those differences matter as debates about the future of IIS continue.

Join the conversation, explore resources, and subscribe here: https://discover.astho.org/4uA33QY.

Please join VDH at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, as we observe through "Faith, Freedom, and Forward Movement: Advancing Health Equity from History to Today." This engaging program will highlight the historical role of faith communities in advancing freedom and exploring how our partners are working to advance health equity and improve the well-being of communities across Virginia.

Link:

https://ow.ly/lu2Q50Z89YK

Read VDH's latest Clinician Letter for updates on:
🔹Measles cases in Virginia,
🔹The Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda
🔹Reminders about travel-associated illnesses ahead of the FIFA World Cup and other large gatherings this summer

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/clinicians/clinician-letters/public-health-updates-on-measles-ebola-preparedness-and-travel-associated-illnesses/