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Va. flu cases drop from widespread to regional

Flu cases in Virginia have dropped from widespread levels for the first time in 13 weeks.

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Portion of lower James re-opening to shellfishing

Virginia public health officials are re-opening a portion of the lower James River to shellfishing.

Tags: shellfish, Chesapeake Bay, Hurricane Sandy

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Va. reports 1st West Nile virus death in 2012

Virginia health officials are reporting the state's first human West Nile virus death this year.

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Va. reports 2 human West Nile cases, 1st of 2012

Virginia has recorded its first two human West Nile virus cases of 2012.

Tags: Richmond Times-Dispatch, West Nile Virus

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Va. health officials urge blood pressure screenings

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Accidental death rate for Va. children declines

Fewer Virginia children and teenagers are dying from accidental injuries than in the past.

Tags: accidental injuries, Dr. Karen Remley

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Flu making a late arrival to Virginia

The flu season is making a late arrival to Virginia.

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Skunk, horse test positive for rabies in Va.

The Virginia Department of Health has confirmed two cases of rabid animals.

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