Central Shenandoah Health District (CSHD)

11/02/2026

Did you know that over 1 in 3 adults in Virginia is prediabetic?

Prediabetes is when your blood sugar is higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes.

Prediabetes is reversible. Lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise can return your blood sugar to normal ranges.

November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Take the 3 minute assessment below to see your risk level for prediabetes.

Reversing prediabetes starts here. 1 in 3 American adults has prediabetes. Find out if you’re at risk for prediabetes today so you can reverse it and…

10/30/2026

CSHD and community partner Area Health Center went live this week to talk about Safe Sleep Awareness and the new Perinatal Health Hub that opened up at RAHC earlier this year.

Check out the story below to learn more about free resources for mothers in our community and for how to create a safe sleep environment for infants!

Perinatal Health Hub opens in Rockbridge area with VDH funding.

10/22/2026

Cravings. Snacks. Eating for two. 🍎

Pregnancy and food go hand in hand. But it can feel like a lot. What’s safe? What’s best? What if all you want is toast?

Come to Nourishing Pregnancy and take the pressure off. We’ll talk about easy ways to feed you and your growing baby. Share your favorite foods. Swap snack ideas. Laugh about the cravings.

No “perfect” plate needed. Just real tips from real moms and our care team.

📅 Tuesday, October 27 | 10-11am
📍 RAHC Lexington Office, 25 Northridge Lane

This is part of our Strong Starts prenatal series. Every month has a new topic:

🤰 Pregnancy & Building Your Village
🥑 Nourishing Pregnancy ← this month!
👶 Labor & Birth
🍼 Feeding Your Baby
🛁 Basic Baby Care at Home
💛 Mom Life After Birth

Come to one. Come to all. Bring a snack to share!

To sign up, call (540) 464-8700 or visit rockahc.org. 💚

10/21/2026

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is conducting a statewide effort to update and improve records for all aquatic facilities, including pools, splash pads, aquatic centers, therapy pools, HOAs and gym pools, and similar venues. As part of this initiative, we are asking facility managers to complete a short survey to confirm their contact information, location, and venue type. Your facility will be added to our email list for updates on regulatory processes, guidance, and other important announcements.

Stay informed. Complete the survey today: https://ow.ly/ATbZ50ZYy3u

10/21/2026

Strength In Peers has a wonderful program called Mom 2 Mom that helps mothers who are struggling with substance use. Check out more details on their website! https://strengthinpeers.org/recovery-programs/

Finding recovery and wellness is easier when you don’t have to do it alone. 💜

Mom 2 Mom offers caring, judgment-free support for women who are pregnant, nursing, or of childbearing age and facing challenges with substance use.

Through peer support and case management, we walk alongside women as they explore their recovery path, connect to healthcare and community resources, navigate everyday needs, and build greater wellness for themselves and their families.

Services are FREE and confidential and provided by peers in recovery.

Reach out today to learn more about Mom 2 Mom or how to enroll!
540-217-0869 | [email protected]

10/21/2026

Mothers, we want to hear from you!

CSHD is hosting a focus group this fall to learn more about mothers' experience with pregnancy and maternal healthcare in our area. This information will be used to improve maternal healthcare services in The Valley.

CRITERIA TO PARTICIPATE:
1. Must live in one of the following localities: Augusta County, Bath County, Buena Vista City, Harrisonburg City, Highland County, Lexington City, Rockbridge County, Rockingham County, Staunton City, or Waynesboro City.
2. Must either be currently pregnant and/or have had a baby in the listed locations within the last 5 years.
3. Must attend one focus group session (1.5 hours in length).
4. Must fill out eligibility survey and then register for a session.

Free childcare and snacks will be provided at each session. Those who complete a 1.5 hour session will receive a $20 gift card.

You must fill out an eligibility survey to find out location and time details. Take the survey here: https://redcap.vdh.virginia.gov/redcap/surveys/?s=LW7RMRERLLC7XM38
If you are eligible you will be contacted by a member of our staff to register for a session.

For any additional questions, please call us at 804-761-9100 or email [email protected]

10/20/2026

Did you know that measles is one of the most contagious diseases?🤒

The good news? The MMR vaccine is one of the most effective vaccines! 💉

Two doses of the MMR vaccine gives someone 97% immunity against becoming sick with measles.

Call the health department today to ask about vaccine availability (540-569-4848), and talk with your doctor if you are traveling soon to see which vaccines are recommended for you✈️

10/19/2026

Central Shenandoah is hiring a Nurse Practitioner!

We are looking for a Nurse Practitioner with:
• Knowledge of clinical medicine and clinical skills in pediatrics, family planning, gynecological services, STI and adult health services
• Knowledge of nursing, physical examination techniques and findings, both normal and pathological, disease states, diagnostic testing and limits of testing, and pharmacology
• Skills in interviewing, counseling, effective written and verbal communication
• Ability to perform and interpret physical assessments, obtain medical history, perform and/or interpret diagnostic testing, formulate differential diagnoses and plan of care and provide health education to clients
• Ability to work independently; ability to problem solve and to work effectively with others in a team environment
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Previous experience with public/community health

See the full job description and application here: https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/certified-nurse-practitioner-staunton-virginia-united-states

10/06/2026

Mothers, we want to hear from you!

CSHD is hosting a focus group during the month of October to learn more about mothers' experience with pregnancy and maternal healthcare in our area. This information will be used to improve maternal healthcare services in The Valley.

CRITERIA TO PARTICIPATE:
1. Must live in one of the following localities: Augusta County, Bath County, Buena Vista City, Harrisonburg City, Highland County, Lexington City, Rockbridge County, Rockingham County, Staunton City, or Waynesboro City.
2. Must either be currently pregnant and/or have had a baby in the listed locations within the last 5 years.
3. Must attend one focus group session (1.5 hours in length).
4. Must fill out eligibility survey and then register for a session.

Free childcare and snacks will be provided at each session. Those who complete a 1.5 hour session will receive a $20 gift card.

You must fill out an eligibility survey to find out location and time details. Take the survey here: https://redcap.vdh.virginia.gov/redcap/surveys/?s=LW7RMRERLLC7XM38

If you are eligible you will be contacted by a member of our staff to register for a session.

For any additional questions, please call us at 804-761-9100 or email [email protected]