Katie Skaggs and Kelsey Carroll are dreamers. And thanks to their mutual interest in parenting and infant care, their dream of starting an at-home lactation and family consultation business –…
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Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in American women. Unfortunately, approximately one in every eight women (12 percent) will receive a diagnosis of breast cancer during their lifetime.…
Dr. Kimberly McMorrow, OB/GYN at Virginia Physicians for Women, shares some insights on the transitional period before your last period, including timing, symptoms, and treatment. We’ve all heard…
During the past two years, we have heard a lot about protecting our elders. Public health experts directed older adults to stay home to stay safe. While social distancing may…
When your child has been prescribed stimulant medication, it can be challenging to navigate their meals and snacks. As a pediatric dietitian, I work with kids who are prescribed stimulant…
After the birth of my first daughter, breastfeeding became such an important part of my postpartum experience and my relationship with her. I was surprised by how special it felt…
Christina Perronie discovered the benefits of yoga after being involved in a helicopter crash. A member of the Virginia Army National Guard, Lieutenant Colonel Perronie was a helicopter pilot and…
Dr. Natalie Dogal, OB/GYN at Virginia Physicians for Women, discusses FAQ’s like why prenatal vitamins are important, when to take them, how they affect fertility, and whether they can…
Every year, more than 46,000 Americans are diagnosed with preventable cancers caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Today a vaccine exists that prevents the majority of HPV infections which, in…
Dr. Cara Hartle, OB/GYN at Virginia Physicians for Women, shares ways the local mom community is helping each other find formula, breastfeeding support, and mental health resources through the formula…
The Richmond and Henrico Health Districts have received shipments of the Moderna vaccines and expect delivery of the Pfizer vaccine soon. You can find a full list of RHHD…
Monacell Orthodontics has been recognized among the best-rated Invisalign providers in the nation.
