Healthy Chesapeake

04/06/2026

🌱 Tidewater Community College Annual Spring Plant Sale 🌱

Mark your calendars! Visit TCC's Chesapeake Campus Greenhouse (1428 Cedar Road) on April 15 & 16, from 9 AM–4 PM for their Annual Spring Plant Sale.

Their talented students have been working hard all semester to grow a beautiful selection of plants, and they can’t wait to share them with the community. Come support student learning, pick up something green for your home or garden, and celebrate spring.

04/05/2026

When you are sick or injured, temporary (acute) inflammation can be a sign that the body is healing. Chronic inflammation, however, occurs when your body is constantly under stress from lifestyle, disease or environmental factors. The foods we eat daily can help to reduce chronic inflammation. Read more at https://chesapeakeregional.com/blog/reduce-inflammation-diet-changes

04/03/2026

Did you know there is a National Maternal Mental Health Hotline? 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) The Hotline offers free confidential support 24/7 for women before, during, and after pregnancy. It offers access to information, education, and professional counselors. You are not alone.

04/02/2026

💙April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Protecting children starts with all of us. A kind word,a listening ear, and strong community support can make a lasting difference in a child’s life. When families feel supported, children thrive!
Let’s work together to create safe, nurturing spaces, where every child feels seen, heard, and valued.💙


03/31/2026

A diabetes diagnosis doesn't define you. You can manage and thrive! The American Diabetes Association has the resources you need to help you live a healthy life. Visit https://diabetes.org/health-wellness

03/28/2026

Women: Take Care of You!
Stay well, prevent health problems, and feel your best from head to toe. Learn more at rewardsforhealthyliving.com !

03/25/2026

When you’re struggling and in crisis and text 988, your trained counselor will listen, support, and share resources.

03/22/2026

Teen Health 360 has officially launched their 2026 Open Call! This year’s theme, “My Body, My Call: How can Teens Communicate and Set Healthy Boundaries?” invites creative & authentic submissions that explore how young people navigate relationships, express consent, & advocate for their well-being. Submit your creative theme idea through a short survey or QR Code below by May 17, 2026. Winning submissions will be shared with the public.

https://evms.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e3WwDsrfYzhEIsK

03/22/2026

Getting screened for colorectal cancer may not sound pleasant, but it can actually prevent cancer. There are several screening test options; some you can even do from home. Talk to your doctor to decide which is best for you.

https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/basic_info/screening/tests.htm

03/20/2026

Eating well doesn’t have to be expensive!

Get tips for learning how to cook at home to save, including how to reduce food waste and use a slow cooker: https://sm.eatright.org/CookatHome

03/17/2026

This is always such a great event! Join us Saturday, March 28 for all things agriculture!!!!

Come enjoy Major Hillard Library's Seed and Agriculture Festival on March 28, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. You will find farm and tillage equipment, 4H farm animals, a historical Jessup Wagon, beekeeping, butterfly gardening, free seeds and lots of gardening advice and information!

https://events.chesapeakelibrary.org/event/15656925

Shout out to our partners: Virginia Cooperative Extension and Healthy Chesapeake!

Type *moo* in the comments if you love agriculture! 🐮