Portsmouth Health Department

02/20/2026

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. but impacts some communities disproportionately. Join efforts around the country to promote heart health in your community. One way to promote heart health is to prepare and eat heart-healthy foods, together!

02/18/2026

You can't control the weather, but you can control your risk for heart disease. Learn more at https://www.cdc.gov/heart-disease/about/index.html .

02/18/2026

Huge thanks to everyone who joined us for the "Love Grows Here" Portsmouth Community Baby Shower! It was a joy to see our community come together to support and celebrate our growing families.

We’re so grateful to all who made this special day possible. We hope you left feeling showered with love and support! Remember to check out our Baby Care Program!
https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/portsmouth/community-services/

02/14/2026

02/12/2026

March 2026 Care-A-Van schedule is here! 🚐 Check out the dates and locations above to find a clinic near you. Registration starts at 8:30 AM daily.

02/12/2026

Please note: Our office will be closed on Monday, February 16th, for President’s Day. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

02/10/2026

The PHD Medical Reserve Corp (MRC) is now teaching Stop the Bleed classes every month! These classes are open to everyone in the community.

What You Need to Know:
Easy to Attend: Classes are held at different spots around the city. We offer them on evenings and weekends so they fit your schedule.

Learn from Pros: You will learn from the MRC leader and trained volunteers. They will show you how to save a life during an emergency.

Hands-on Practice: You won't just watch; you'll get to practice the skills yourself.

💪🩹 Learn. Prepare. Save a life.

02/10/2026

High blood pressure is a main cause of heart disease. Almost half of all adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure. This puts them at risk for heart attacks and strokes.

Right now, only 1 out of every 4 people with high blood pressure has it under control. It is very important to know your numbers!

How to help your heart:
1. Get a Check-up: Visit a doctor to see if your blood pressure is high.
2. Eat Healthy: Try to eat less salt and more fruits and vegetables.
3. Stay Active: Moving your body helps keep your heart strong.

02/09/2026

The Portsmouth Health Department is proud to present "Love Grows Here," a FREE community baby shower created to support and celebrate our local families.

Join us THIS Saturday, February 14th, at the Neighborhood Facility in Columbia Park for a day of community and celebration. Registration is required to attend.

Register here: https://redcap.link/ctl9rlfe

For more details, contact us at 757-393-8585 ext 8519.
City of Portsmouth, VA Government

02/09/2026

We may cheer for different teams on the weekends, but we’re all in for our community during the week.

02/09/2026

We’re wearing red to support National Wear Red Day and American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women.

Heart disease is a leading health threat for women, but by wearing red, we’re helping to raise awareness and encourage everyone to put their heart health first.

Whether it’s a bright sweater or a simple red tie, we’re proud to stand together for a great cause.

Let's make a effort to:
1. Moving more 🏃‍♀️
2. Eating smart 🍎
3. Reducing stress 🧘‍♂️
4. Getting regular check-ups 🩺

❤️ Check in on your heart today!

02/09/2026

February is National Condom Month!
Routine STI testing and condoms work together for safer s*x 🤝 *x *x