by Casey Young You have cancer. A short but life-changing sentence you never want to hear. Receiving a cancer diagnosis brings fear, anger, and confusion. Will my insurance cover…
We’re all seeing the light at the end of the tunnel, and the timing couldn’t be better. It’s been a pretty gloomy fourteen months, but many of us are hopeful…
Let’s face it: In many ways, the pandemic has caused us all to take a step back and reassess our basic hygiene habits. From washing hands to social distancing, we…
Becoming pregnant with twins is a double blessing for sure, but carrying and giving birth to two babies at the same time comes with added challenges. Here are answers to…
Dr. Amy Hempel, OB/GYN at Virginia Physicians for Women, discusses the convenience, longevity, and effectiveness of various contraception options for established families.. Most of us went to our first OB/GYN…
“Mental Health Is A Puzzle, But We Have The Missing Piece” campaign aims to help students and parents identify signs of mental distress in local teens. The Chesterfield County Youth…
Allergy season is upon us, and so is the transition time from the typical cold and flu season. Unfortunately, COVID-19 remains a public health crisis that we continue to battle…
Richmond and Henrico Health Districts and Henrico County are holding large-scale vaccination events on March 6, 8, 10 (Saturday, Monday, and Wednesday) for pre-registered seniors (sixty-five and up). Up to…
Dr. Danny Avula, public health expert, on vaccination, mask-wearing, staying patient, and supporting the community Since I took on the role of statewide vaccine coordinator in early January, I have…
Mindfulness is simply the practice of being present in the moment, intentionally and without judgment. We could all use a little more mindfulness in our lives right now. Whether you’ve…
