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End of an era: Local COVID-19 hotline set to take last call on Jan. 31

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After nearly three years, the Blue Ridge Health District’s COVID-19 hotline will close at the end of this month.

The hotline has received more than 81,000 calls since its launch in March 2020.

The Virginia Department of Health statewide resource hotline will remain open and can be reached at (877) 829-4682.

The Blue Ridge Health District will also continue to accept questions related to COVID-19 by email at [email protected]

The Blue Ridge Health District is one of 35 health districts under the Virginia Department of Health serving Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson counties and the City of Charlottesville.

 
 

 




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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]. Support AFP by signing up for our newsletter and/or powering our work with a one-time or monthly contribution.

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