Pittsylvania-Danville and Southside Health Districts

Pittsylvania-Danville and Southside Health Districts Our mission is to protect the health and promote the well-being of all people in Virginia.

09/05/2026

📣Virginia Food Regulation updates take effect September 10, 2026! 📣

Food establishments across Virginia should be aware of several important updates to food safety requirements, including:
🥜Sesame is now the 9th major food allergen
📝Food Establishments must disclose the presence of allergens in food
🍽️New provisions related to preparing foods with manufacturer’s cooking instructions
🌡️Updated requirements for monitoring TCS food temperatures during thawing
🚰Hot water minimum temperature is now 85°F
🚭Tobacco-use provisions now include vapes, pouches, and other ni****ne products
🦪Updated requirements for documenting the source of molluscan shellfish
📒The Person in Charge (PIC) also has updated responsibilities related to allergen awareness and employee training.

Learn more about the food regulations updates at https://ow.ly/QfXP50ZIL7v

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness MonthProstate cancer is the most common type of cancer (other than non-melanoma s...
09/03/2026

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer (other than non-melanoma skin cancer) diagnosed in men in the United States. Furthermore, it’s the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men, after lung cancer, in the United States.

Screening options for prostate cancer, which include a digital re**al exam and a blood test for prostate-specific antigen (PSA), often catch the disease before it spreads. As a result, the five-year survival rate is 98.2%.
The NCI’s Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) Program estimated that 333,830 men in the United States would receive a diagnosis of prostate cancer in 2026. Furthermore, the NCI projected that 36,320 men would die of the disease.

Learn more; https://www.aacr.org/patients-caregivers/awareness-months/prostate-cancer-awareness-month/

https://seer.cancer.gov/statfacts/html/prost.html

Our offices will be closing at 12:00 PM on Friday, September 4, 2026 and remain closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 in o...
09/02/2026

Our offices will be closing at 12:00 PM on Friday, September 4, 2026 and remain closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 in observance of Labor Day. The offices will re-open on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 8:00 AM.

If you need assistance during this time, please call (434) 713- 5005.

09/01/2026

September is National Recovery Month

Recovery happens together. Research shows meaningful human connection supports resilience, hope, and long-term recovery. Every connection can make a difference.

Fruit and Veggies – More Matters MonthFruits & Veggies—More Matters® Month is a time to promote the health benefits of e...
09/01/2026

Fruit and Veggies – More Matters Month

Fruits & Veggies—More Matters® Month is a time to promote the health benefits of eating a healthy, balanced diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables.

Why eat more fruits and veggies?

To stay strong and active. Healthy foods like fruits and veggies have the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients your body needs.
To lower your health risks. Eating a healthy diet with lots of fruits and veggies can help you lower your risk for chronic health conditions like heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
To manage your weight. Eating healthy and getting physically activity can help you stay at a healthy weight.
To set a positive example. If you have children, how you eat can impact their food choices for years to come. Set them up for success!

https://www.sophe.org/fruits-veggies-matters/

09/01/2026

National Sickle Cell Awareness Month

About 1 in 13 African Americans carry the sickle cell trait, and many do not know they have it.

SCD affects about 100,000 Americans and disproportionately impacts Black and Hispanic communities.

The condition causes rigid, sickle‑shaped red blood cells that can block blood flow, trigger severe pain crises, and lead to complications such as stroke and organ damage.
Awareness efforts help dispel myths, encourage screening, and promote investment in research and treatment.

Learn More to help:https://sicklecelldisease.org/about-sickle-cell-disease/

09/01/2026

🚨You could SAVE A LIFE in just 15 minutes! 🚨

An opioid overdose can happen anywhere. Knowing what to do in those critical moments can make all the difference.

With Rapid REVIVE, you'll learn how to:
- Recognize the signs of an opioid overdose
- Respond quickly and confidently
- Administer Narcan (naloxone)

The 15-minute training is FREE, and participants 18 and older receive a free Narcan kit upon completion.

📍245 Hairston Street, Danville, VA (NORTH WING)
⏰ Walk-in on Wednesdays, 8:30am to 5pm

You don't have to be a healthcare professional to save a life. You just have to be prepared.

Stop by, get trained, and leave ready to make a difference.

08/31/2026

Naloxone is a lifesaving medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. In honor of this International Overdose Awareness Day, help protect your loved ones from a fatal overdose.

Visit vdh.virginia.gov/naloxone for more information.

08/28/2026

that people can be exposed to rabies through physical contact with bats or if the bat is found in the home, even if they didn’t know they were bitten? Bat bites can be tiny, and you may not be able to see any bite marks. 🦇

➡️If you’ve been bitten by a bat, wash the wound with soap and water and seek medical care right away.
➡️If you may have been exposed to a bat, but are not sure, call your local health department to assess your rabies exposure risk.
➡️If you can collect the bat safely (without having direct physical contact with the bat), that will help to figure out if the bat has rabies.

For more information about what to do visit https://www.cdc.gov/rabies/prevention/bats.html or contact your local health department.

The Pitt/Dan & Southside Health District team had our annual Fun Day at World of Sports in Halifax on Friday, August 21....
08/28/2026

The Pitt/Dan & Southside Health District team had our annual Fun Day at World of Sports in Halifax on Friday, August 21.🎳 Our offices closed for the day and gave the staff the opportunity to see their friends & colleagues from across both districts while enjoying a break from their day-to-day responsibilities (for the most part). Our morning started with lots of bowling, some crafts, and card games, followed by a salad & pizza lunch with afternoon opportunities to play arcade games, go-karts, and laser tag.🍕

Address

326 Taylor Drive
Danville, VA
24541

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14347669828

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