Health Watch

The Norfolk Department of Public Health (NDPH) program HealthWatch is a monthly news and community affairs update that highlights NDPH programs, services, events and activities, while also providing important information on topical health issues facing the nation and impacting Norfolk residents. For further information on HealthWatch, call the Health Promotions Office of the Norfolk Department of Public Health at 757-683-2756.



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Show topic
video Family Caregiving revisited – A roundtable discussion with audience participation
video Ten year anniversary special featuring many special productions and topics related to health and well-being
video Making sense out of holiday depression and how to overcome it
video The heart of family caregivers – 29% of Americans provide care for a family member or friend every year
video Wrapping Infants in a Cocoon of Protection against Pertussis
video What is the Medical Reserve Corps and what does it do?
video Meet and hear the winning performances of the city wide “Worth the Wait” contest where teens tell why they believe sex is worth waiting for (the first performance is at 8:10)
video Is African-American men’s health in critical condition?
video Teens with a purpose believe that sex is worth the wait – teen pregnancy prevention
video What to look for and what to do about sexual violence, intimate partner violence & child sexual assault
video A lesson in the King's speech - Stuttering explored
video Norfolk emergency preparedness and how you can be ready for any disaster
video Highlights from 2010 year in review
video Holiday cooking the safe and healthy way
video Childhood obesity explored
video Battling the Flu
video Diabetes discussed & the ins and outs of immunizations
video All about emergency preparedness including procedures for people with physical/sensory limitations - August 2010
video Beating African American male health problems with a Full Court Press
video Inside the 2010 Men's health forum
video Poison prevention & Healthy eating in a world of fast cheap food
video A look into sports related concussions & African American Men’s Health Forum (04/24) is free and includes screenings and prostate exam vouchers
video February 2010 H1N1 Update
video Heart Attack and Stroke signs and prevention
video See highlights from 2009 in this year end review of HealthWatch
video Eye disease explored
video Teens with a purpose in Norfolk on November 14th
video A local discussion of an international topic: H1N1 and more with Norfolk’s new Health Director.
video Learn the secrets of living a long healthy life – see Terrance working out with the best from Senior Services of South Hampton Roads
video Disease prevention through immunization in Hampton Roads.
video State level guest on the July edition of HealthWatch discussing VA high infant mortality rate and prevention/health measures to keep baby healthy
video Insurance program for children
video Swimming pool safety
video Swine Flu special edition of Health Watch with the acting director
video Minority Health Issues Roundtable
video Meet three cancer survivors during Cancer Awareness Month… Early detection is the key!
video Lose those holiday blues while getting healthy! 
video Flu, G.I. tract bacteria, Diabetes, Hepatitis
video SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome), Bullying Behavior and “Raising a Reader”
video Women’s major health issues explored<
video Free immunization clinics, Rabies and mosquito activity in the city, “Stepping up” to teen pregnancy
video Special case hurricane preparedness tips
video Summer cooking and shopping tips, fireworks safety and the “START” Heart walking program is coming
video Surviving and preventing Stroke
video Rabies is on the rise, men's health and May youth bike clinic
video Colorectal Cancer, eat right quiz, and African-American Health Forum
video Stop sexual violence now
video Getting out of domestic violence
video Keeping your heart healthy
video What is MRSA?  Unsafe toys, Flu season tips and AIDS trends and awareness
video What you can do to beat smoking & diabetes update
video Rabies, mosquitoes and pet protection during a hurricane
video Get the 411 on school immunization requirements
video How to get you and your family prepared for a disaster.
video Considering a Colonoscopy? & Fireworks Safety in the city
The latest trends and techniques to end stroke
Critical Infant Immunization Information
TB latest and Eating Healthy
Obesity Prevention
Healthwatch: 2006 year in review - 12 topics of interest
Winter fire safety tips from the Fire Chief
Diabetes Awareness
Persons with disabilities outreach
Bad cholesterol, good cholesterol…get a handle on how cholesterol can impact your health
Latest Pandemic Flu News for Norfolk
Berkley Community and the Boys & Girls Club making local history.
Mosquito season is here: How you can minimize those pesky mosquitoes
Hurricane Preparedness Time in Norfolk
The 411 on STDs (parental guidance recommended)
Got a green thumb – become a Norfolk Master Gardener
Teen Dating Violence, what you should know and where you can get help
2005 year in review: 12 health issues you may have missed
The flu and you
Now’s a great time to quit smoking and here’s why
Dental Services You May Not Know About
You and your baby wellness is available for free at Women, Infants, Children (WIC)
Back to school Basics
Fireworks Safety in the City with Norfolk’s Fire Chief
Norfolk receives the VDH “Spittoon” Award for Tuberculosis Prevention.
Teen Pregnancy ToolKit – Abstinence is key
Health Watch:  Public Health and Infant Immunization Update -Vital statistics and developments you may not be aware of.
Mosquito Myths and Facts
Child Safety Seats save lives…when used properly.
Surviving the Cold: hypothermia, travel safety and more tips about beating the winter weather
Teen Dating and Sexual Violence Awareness
Food Safety: Be aware when you prepare
School vaccination requirements

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