Disease Prevention Hotline

08/12/2026

🌸 Self-care isn't just bubble baths and spa days — it's a whole ecosystem.

Here are 8 types of self-care:
🏃 Physical — sleep, movement, rest
☁️ Emotional — managing stress, self-compassion
💬 Social — boundaries, community, asking for help
🌈 Spiritual — meditation, nature, connection
☕ Personal — hobbies, identity, honoring your true self
🌍 Space — safety, stability, a clean environment
💵 Financial — budgeting, saving, money management
💻 Work — time management, boundaries, breaks

Caring for yourself in every area of your life isn't selfish — it's essential, especially for the advocates, caregivers, and community members doing this work every day.

Which area do you need to focus on this week? 💛

08/11/2026

In honor of National Immunization Awareness Month, the NCSD Learning Center is offering our Vaccinations for Adults course, worth 0.5 CEU credits, for free through the end of the month! 💉

In this module, we will review the importance of adult immunizations, standards for adult immunization practice, and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommended adult immunization schedule.

Get started: https://bit.ly/4z5CaI1

08/07/2026

Vaccines can play an important role in protecting your health at different stages of your life. Staying informed about what vaccinations might keep you healthy as you age is important. Talk with your trusted healthcare provider to understand your individual needs when it comes to vaccines!

Take time this month to learn more about vaccines and talk with your health care provider about what's right for you.

Learn more: https://www.hhs.gov/vaccines/index.html

08/06/2026

CDC's Let's Stop HIV Together campaign offers resources about HIV testing, prevention, treatment, and stigma. You can watch videos and download materials to share.

08/05/2026

Heading back to campus this fall?

As you prepare for a new semester, don't forget to make taking care of you and your health part of your back-to-school checklist!

Whether it's scheduling a checkup, refilling prescriptions, getting tested for STIs such as HIV, or talking about HIV prevention options, taking care of your health can help set you up for success throughout the year, and it’s easier to do it now than during the busier parts of the year once classes have started or when you are back home for the holidays.

Needing to find HIV testing services near you? Learn about testing options and locations: https://www.hiv.gov/hiv-basics/hiv-testing/learn-about-hiv-testing/where-to-get-tested

07/30/2026

Free and low-cost HIV and STI testing is available throughout Virginia. There are over 100 local health departments in Virginia as well as community organizations and other health clinics. Find a location near you and get tested today. https://therc.vdh.virginia.gov/

07/29/2026

What’s PEP for HIV? PEP stands for post-exposure prophylaxis. If you think you’ve been exposed to HIV within the last 72 hours you may be eligible to take PEP (a medicine) to prevent getting HIV. PEP is extremely time sensitive, so call our hotline (800-533-4148) or call your provider immediately if you think you’ve had an exposure to learn your options. If your provider or our hotline is closed, go to your nearest emergency room. https://bit.ly/vdhprep

07/28/2026

Today, July 28, is World Hepatitis Day. Do you know the ABCs of viral hepatitis? Hepatitis means inflammation of the liver. Learn the basics about viral Hepatitis A, B, and C. Visit our website to find testing and vaccination locations. https://bit.ly/43JvZcT

07/21/2026

📣 Today, July 21, is 🚫,

a day to raise awareness and take action against HIV stigma! HIV stigma and discrimination perpetuate health disparities and negatively impact broad health outcomes. NASTAD recognizes that conversations about HIV stigma must be at the forefront of our work. ‼️

To learn more, check out this resource from AIDSVu to learn more.

07/20/2026