Healthy Chesapeake

10/16/2026

This isn't your mom's mammogram. Today’s mammograms differ from those of the past. They’re more accurate, faster and convenient. Nobody likes to think of undergoing pain for a screening test, but rest-assured, mammograms are less painful than ever before. From advanced padding and curved plate shape to more accurate imaging, the compression required to take these pictures has been reduced.

https://chesapeakeregional.com/index.php/blog/surprising-facts-about-modern-mammography

10/10/2026

Good mental health is vital to our overall health and well-being. Yet one in eight people globally are living with mental health conditions, which can impact their physical health, their well-being, how they connect with others, and their livelihoods. Just a few words — like asking someone how they’re feeling — can make a big difference. Take a moment today to talk to others.

10/08/2026

We were excited to join this wonderful group to support Chesapeake Police Department's Coffee with a Cop! It was an exciting opportunity to connect with our community, share resources, and support meaningful conversations. Thank you to our partners for bringing everyone together! ☕

10/07/2026

A Step-by-step Guide to a Mammogram
The word alone can conjure up anxiety in many women, but a mammogram is simply a non-invasive X-ray of the breast. Knowing what to expect during a screening mammogram may ease your panic just a bit. While each woman’s experience is different, most women report the test as uncomfortable, but not intolerable. In all, the process takes about 20 minutes. Learn more at
https://chesapeakeregional.com/index.php/blog/step-step-guide-mammogram

10/04/2026

October is all about ending the harvest and storing your crops. See tips on storing vegetables, fruits, and herbs at https://www.almanac.com/how-store-vegetables-and-fruit-keep-it-fresh

10/02/2026

Finding food nearby is now easier. The Foodbank’s updated Food Finder lets you search by location, date, time, and service type—plus view distributions on an interactive map. Find current details and plan your visit at foodbankonline.org.

Finding food near you just got easier‼️

We've launched an updated Food Finder designed to make it easier to find food distributions that fit your needs across Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore.

Search by location and distance, choose from a range of dates and times, and filter by the type of service you need. You can also explore nearby food distributions on an interactive map.

Know before you go. Each listing includes helpful details such as:
• Exact date and time
• Walk-in or drive-thru service
• Client-choice or pre-packed distribution
• Appointment requirements
• Contact information and additional notes

The Food Finder works on your phone, tablet, or computer and provides current distribution information to help you plan your visit.

Visit foodbankonline.org and click any of the orange Find Food buttons to start your search.

09/30/2026

What an incredible ! Thanks to our community partners, volunteers, and everyone who stopped by, we distributed 430 doses of naloxone across Chesapeake. Every dose placed in our community is another opportunity to save a life. Together, we are expanding access, reducing stigma, and making our community safer.

09/21/2026

Today is World Gratitude Day! When we are grateful, our moods are enhanced, and this decreases stress, improving our overall wellbeing. Whatever our troubles and challenges are, it’s important to pause and appreciate what we have. World Gratitude Day is the best time to thank yourself and everyone else who has done something worth acknowledging. To celebrate, express your gratitude to others through a quick visit, a friendly phone call, or a heartfelt thank you card.

09/19/2026

School is in full swing. Have you talked with Your Children About Your Expectations when it comes to alcohol and drugs? Talk with your children about what to do if they are faced with a decision about alcohol or other drugs. For example, they could text a code word to a family member. Practice the exit plan in a safe environment. “Talk. They Hear You.”® For tips on how—and when—to begin the conversation, visit www.underagedrinking.samhsa.gov.