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One year of emergency, trauma and inpatient care for kids in the Children’s Tower

April 30, 2024 Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU celebrates the first anniversary of its new facility opening. View Story

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COVID-19

We are closely monitoring the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreaks globally and in the United States.

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What the COVID-19 isolation changes mean for respiratory illnesses

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COVID-19 isolation guidelines may change soon

February 16, 2024

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Rise in COVID-19 activity as new year begins

January 16, 2024

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COVID-19 and high blood pressure: Cause for concern?

December 13, 2023

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A tool in battling COVID-19: Simple liver test developed by VCU researcher is highly predictive of a patient’s need for respirator

December 12, 2023

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The “tridemic” and the holidays: How to celebrate safely

December 06, 2023

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What is COVID-19?

December 05, 2023

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VCU team receives National Science Foundation grant to investigate vaccine inequity and acceptance

October 30, 2023

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Flu, cough and COVID-19: Know the differences

October 10, 2023

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Four things to know about the new COVID-19 vaccine

September 14, 2023

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What we know about the uptick in COVID-19 cases

August 24, 2023

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Having a hand in science: Families join VCU project to study long COVID in children

August 09, 2023

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Smell and taste loss is no longer a reliable indicator of COVID‐19 infection, new research suggests

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Long COVID and pregnancy in a post-pandemic world

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Dying too soon: New report reveals deep and persistent health disparities in Northern Virginia

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One year of emergency, trauma and inpatient care for kids in the Children’s Tower

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VCU community unites to promote organ donation awareness

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VCUarts program creates magic at the Children’s Tower

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How Maddie fought and beat her rare leukemia

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What makes VCU Health Evans-Haynes Burn Center nationally recognized by the American Burn Association?

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A new reason to smile: VCU School of Dentistry helps man recapture his smile after overcoming addiction

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Former CDC leader Rochelle Walensky highlights the connection of research, public health and trust

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Substance use disorders are underdiagnosed and undertreated among formerly incarcerated Virginians, VCU-led study finds

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Third annual Giving Day will bring the VCU and VCU Health communities together

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VCU Health Pauley Heart Center helps get cardiac sarcoidosis patient back up to speed

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How runners can prevent injury when training or running a race

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Room 707: Home Away from Home

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Bonded for life to her work ‘family,’ VCU Health Tappahannock Hospital staff member donates kidney to colleague

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VCU Health’s chief operating officer elected as board chair of the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association

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Getting to know Duane Williams chief of critical care medicine at Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU

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In The Media

How does alcohol affect the gut microbiome?

16-year-old from Richmond receives award for youth activism and national advocacy

Virginia delegate hopes to end state’s high Black maternal mortality rate

Drug, Alcohol Abuse Goes Untreated in Many Ex-Prisoners

Melatonin Fails to Ease Fatigue in Patients With Early-Stage Breast Cancer Undergoing Radiotherapy

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'You made it!' Virginia boy who loves John Deere tractors finishes cancer treatment

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VIDEO: Hooked on ID with Gonzalo Bearman, MD, MPH

Medical Marvels: Richmond researchers and practitioners work at the cutting edge of technology

Substance use disorders are underdiagnosed among formerly incarcerated Va. residents, VCU-led study says

VCU-led research shows people released from prison have high addiction rates; few receive treatment

Why are so few former Virginia inmates receiving treatment for substance abuse disorders?

Health systems creating new IT C-suite roles

Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Often Go Untreated for Parents on Medicaid

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Inspiring Stories

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VCU community unites to promote organ donation awareness

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Delving into the intricacies of drug development

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With quick thinking and CPR skills, aspiring doctor helped save a restaurant customer’s life

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How Maddie fought and beat her rare leukemia

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A new reason to smile: VCU School of Dentistry helps man recapture his smile after overcoming addiction

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VCU Health Pauley Heart Center helps get cardiac sarcoidosis patient back up to speed

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Room 707: Home Away from Home

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Bonded for life to her work ‘family,’ VCU Health Tappahannock Hospital staff member donates kidney to colleague

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Getting to know Duane Williams chief of critical care medicine at Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU

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Mother shares her motivations to become a living liver donor

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A father’s kidney donation comes from the heart

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Former Miss America Camille Schrier adding a new title: Doctor of Pharmacy

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Undertaking new adventures after specialized neurosurgery

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Reflecting on their growth during the pandemic, medical students take the next steps in their careers

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A team approach to find a cure: One patient's unbreakable resolve to overcome sickle cell disease

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One year of emergency, trauma and inpatient care for kids in the Children’s Tower

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Substance use disorders are underdiagnosed and undertreated among formerly incarcerated Virginians, VCU-led study finds

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VCU Health’s chief operating officer elected as board chair of the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association

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VCU Health names vice president of ambulatory services

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Location of future VCU School of Dentistry building identified

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Virginia health systems partner in new NIH research network evaluating emerging cancer screening technologies

February 22, 2024

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MCV Physicians medical practice appoints new president

February 08, 2024

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1 of 10 veterans diagnosed with dementia may instead have cognitive decline from cirrhosis

January 31, 2024

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VCU Health launches Community Collaborative partnership for comprehensive EMS training with support of $3.2M federal grant

January 12, 2024

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VCU Medical Center names Chief Operating Officer

January 08, 2024

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VCU climbs to No. 47 among U.S. public research universities

December 08, 2023

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VCU liver institute names Saul Karpen as its first Chief Scientific Officer

December 05, 2023

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U.S. News & World Report recognizes VCU Medical Center and VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital among “Best Hospitals for Maternity”

December 05, 2023

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VCU Health names Chief Medical Information Officer

November 16, 2023

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Retatrutide ‘wiped out’ fat in liver of obese patients

November 13, 2023

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Health and Wellness

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How runners can prevent injury when training or running a race

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How does exercise affect the health of women and men differently?

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How to keep your eyes safe during the solar eclipse

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Tips for taking antihistamines safely

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5 common youth sports injuries

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7 strategies for helping kids and teens develop a positive relationship with food

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What women need to know about heart disease

February 29, 2024

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Beyond Dry January: Addressing the health impacts of alcohol consumption

February 19, 2024

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5 foods and recipes to keep your seasonal depression at bay

February 05, 2024

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5 Recipes for a healthy and delicious Super Bowl party

February 01, 2024

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How you could save a life with hands-only CPR

February 01, 2024

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Concussion facts and myths

January 23, 2024

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Winter health facts and myths: how to keep your kids well in the colder months

January 04, 2024

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How to help kids handle sadness, anger and other emotions during the holidays

December 20, 2023

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Dried Cranberries and Nuts

December 20, 2023

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Community Impact

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One year of emergency, trauma and inpatient care for kids in the Children’s Tower

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Delving into the intricacies of drug development

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Substance use disorders are underdiagnosed and undertreated among formerly incarcerated Virginians, VCU-led study finds

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Third annual Giving Day will bring the VCU and VCU Health communities together

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Room 707: Home Away from Home

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Health care access and building respectful collaborations spotlighted at Virginia Indigenous Nations in Higher Education Leadership summit at VCU Health

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Virginia health systems partner in new NIH research network evaluating emerging cancer screening technologies

February 22, 2024

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VCU Health and the U.S. Navy’s Fleet Surgical Teams collaborate on transformative military-civilian trauma training and knowledge exchange

February 15, 2024

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Investing in the next generation of cardiac sonographers

February 13, 2024

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VCU President highlights how research and health care go hand-in-hand

February 08, 2024

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Grant program helps local nonprofits with cancer research and education

February 05, 2024

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1 of 10 veterans diagnosed with dementia may instead have cognitive decline from cirrhosis

January 31, 2024

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NIH Director to join Facts & Faith Fridays in February

January 30, 2024

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VCU-led research shows effectiveness of new technique to detect ovarian cancer marker peptides

January 30, 2024

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Massey’s Facts & Faith Fridays honored at annual MLK event

January 25, 2024

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