Russell County Health Coalition

05/18/2026

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Here's a reminder to never leave a child in the back seat — not even for a minute.

Inside your car, 90° can feel like 109° in just 10 minutes. 🔥🌡️

05/12/2026

Russell County Health Coalition Meeting Friday, May 22 at 11 am at Russell County Hospital -

Join the Russell County Health Coalition for our next meeting on Friday, May 22 at 11 AM at Russell County Hospital in the Board Room (58 Carroll St, Lebanon, VA). There will be a virtual option by Teams, link below, but we’d love to see everyone in person!

04/30/2026

04/22/2026

Recent CDC data show the overall U.S. STI burden remains high, but signs of progress continue. Testing, treatment, and prevention are key! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3RQAbmP

04/21/2026

03/30/2026

🩵Calling all moms, dads, grandparents, and anyone who cares about families in southwest Virginia!🩵

Great news! The deadline for our MCH Systems Assessment has been extended through the end of April! You still have time to make your voice heard. 📣

Your input helps decide how funding and resources for maternal and child health get directed to OUR area. Things like prenatal care, postpartum support, and health services for our little ones. A few minutes of your time can make a real difference for families right here at home. Your input WILL be used!

If you live or work in Buchanan, Dickenson, Lee, Norton, Russell, Scott, Tazewell, or Wise and you're 16+, we want to hear from you!

👉Here is the link for the survey: https://redcap.link/mch26

📣Share this post and tag someone who should take it too. The more people who speak up, the stronger our community's voice!📣

03/25/2026

🚨 SCAM ALERT – PLEASE READ & SHARE 🚨

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office wants to make the public aware of a recent scam that resulted in a local resident losing $30,000.

On March 16, 2026, the victim received a notification claiming her phone had been compromised and that someone was attempting to make a purchase on her account. During the call, the scammer convinced her he was transferring her to her bank and then falsely claimed her identity had been stolen.

The suspect, identifying himself as “Roy Williams” with the Federal Trade Commission, instructed the victim to withdraw a large amount of cash and send it through UPS. The victim was directed to package the money and ship it overnight to an address in California.

After sending the money, the suspect continued to request additional funds. At that point, the victim realized it was a scam and stopped communication.

⚠️ IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
• No legitimate agency will ask you to withdraw cash and mail it.
• Government agencies will NOT call and request money or personal information this way.
• Never send cash through the mail.
• Always verify who you are speaking with before taking any action.

If you receive a suspicious call or message, do not engage. Contact your local law enforcement agency immediately.

Please share this information to help protect others in our community.

03/23/2026

is presenting a workshop next Tuesday, March 24th on advocating for yourself while requesting an ASL interpreter in a medical setting. Join us: https://form.jotform.com/260715340928155

03/20/2026

Nearly 90,000 bottles of children’s ibuprofen have been recalled after reports they contained a “foreign substance.”

03/18/2026

An unexpected Amazon package containing a QR code is a "brushing" scam designed to steal personal or financial data. Scammers send unsolicited items—often cheap products—and include a note to scan a code to find the sender or claim a prize. Do not scan the code, as it can download malware or lead to phishing sites.

What to Do If You Receive a Package:

Do Not Scan: Avoid scanning any QR code, even if it claims to be from Amazon, a legitimate seller, or a surprise gift.

Do Not Enter Information: Never enter your Amazon credentials, bank details, or personal information on sites linked to the QR code.

Report the Item: Contact Amazon customer service directly through their app or website to report the unsolicited package.

Dispose/Keep Safely: You are not required to return unsolicited "brushing" packages.

Monitor Accounts: Watch your bank and credit card accounts for unauthorized transactions.