Communicable Disease Prevention and Testing

Chesapeake Health Department

748 North Battlefield Boulevard
Chesapeake, VA 23320

(757) 382-8631

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Contact Information

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(757) 382-8631
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Who We Are

Communicable diseases are infectious diseases that are easily transmitted from person to person.  The Chesapeake Health Department staff provides information on a variety of communicable diseases, as well as how to properly report and respond to disease outbreaks.   Various diseases that can impact the area include:

  • Influenza
  • Lyme Disease
  • MRSA
  • Norovirus
  • Salmonella
  • Tuberculosis

The health department also offers confidential testing for sexually transmitted infections (STI) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).  Call for clinic times and appointments.  To have questions answered by trained counselors, call the Virginia HIV/STD/Viral Hepatitis Hotline at (800) 533-4148, Monday–Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Please contact the health department if you have any questions or visit the website for more details.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Chesapeake City

Cost & Payment Methods

Payment Method(s)
Private Pay
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Private Insurance
,
Medicaid
,
Medicare
Fee Structure
No Fee
,
Sliding Scale Fee

Age Requirements
No Age Requirement

Available 24/7
No
Additional Availability Comments
STI Clinic walk-in hours are limited and first come, first served: Mon: 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm; Tues: 8:30 am- 10:30 am; Wed: 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm; Fri: 8:30 am - 10:30 am.

Intake Process
Most services require an appointment, please call ahead.
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes

Qualifications
Qualification Type
Licensure
Qualification Entity
Department of Medical Assistance Services
Report Problems
Call the Agency
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