Piedmont Health District

06/09/2026

06/03/2026

Do you provide child care in your home? Do you live in Buckingham County? Please be aware of the expanded vaccine recommendations for measles.

05/29/2026

Please contact your healthcare provider to check if you and your family are up to date on your vaccines and take advantage of the vaccine clinics offered around the district.

If you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms, fever, or have been in contact with a sick person within the last 21 days, please call ahead before going to a hospital, health department, or healthcare provider. Calling ahead helps protect patients, staff, and the community from possible exposure.
The Piedmont Health District offers vaccine clinics weekly as follows:
Monday: Charlotte and Nottoway
Tuesday: Lunenburg and Prince Edward
Wednesday: Amelia
Thursday: Buckingham
2nd and 4th Fridays: Cumberland (located in Prince Edward HD)

05/27/2026

Protecting our community starts with prevention. The Buckingham Health Department is working hard to keep our community protected by offering MMR vaccine clinics throughout this month. We encourage residents to review their vaccination records and take advantage of these opportunities to stay up to date on recommended vaccines.
Measles is highly contagious and can lead to severe complications, especially in young children, older adults, pregnant individuals, and those with weakened immune systems. The MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, and rubella) is the safest and most effective way to protect yourself, your family, and those most vulnerable from measles. It is the best defense against outbreaks and helps keep our community healthy and safe.

For our weekly vaccine clinic dates, times, and additional information, please contact the Buckingham Health Department at 434-969-4244 or visit our page for updates.

05/27/2026

What is measles? It’s a very contagious viral illness with symptoms of fever, cough, and rash. Measles can be very serious and may cause pneumonia, brain inflammation, and death. The best protection against measles is the measles vaccine (MMR).
If you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms, fever, or have been in contact with a sick person within the last 21 days, please call ahead before going to a hospital, health department, or healthcare provider. Calling ahead helps protect patients, staff, and the community from possible exposure.

The Piedmont Health District offers vaccine clinics weekly as follows:
Monday: Charlotte and Nottoway
Tuesday: Lunenburg and Prince Edward
Wednesday: Amelia
Thursday: Buckingham
2nd and 4th Friday: Cumberland (located in Prince Edward HD)

05/22/2026

In response to the recent rise in measles cases, the Cumberland Health Department will be hosting an MMR Vaccine Clinic on June 22nd from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at Fitzgerald Memorial Baptist Church. Vaccination is the best way to prevent you, your family, and the community from measles. It is best to receive a vaccine before symptoms begin. If you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms, fever, rash, or have been in contact with a sick person within 21 days, please call ahead before visiting to help prevent further spread. Stay informed, stay protected, and do your part to keep our community healthy. Contact your local health department for more information.

05/22/2026

Due to the Memorial Day holiday, all health departments will be closed on Monday May 25th.