Communicable Disease Prevention and Control

Buckingham County Health Department

80 Administration Lane
Buckingham, VA 23921

(434) 969-4244

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Contact Information

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Who We Are

Communicable diseases are infectious diseases that are easily transmitted from person to person.  The 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
  • Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
  • 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)
Buckingham County

Cost & Payment Methods

Payment Method(s)
Private Pay
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Private Insurance
,
Medicaid
,
Medicare
Fee Structure
Sliding Scale Fee

Residency Requirements
Services are for residents of Buckingham County

Available 24/7
No

Intake Process
Most services require an appointment, please call ahead.
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes
Intake Contact
Amber Hucks, RN, Public Health Nurse
Intake Contact Email
amber.hucks@vdh.virginia.gov
Intake Contact Telephone
(434) 969-4244

Qualifications
Qualification Type
Licensure
Qualification Entity
Department of Medical Assistance Services
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