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Summertime Smiles

Summertime Smiles

Why now may be the best time to take your child to an orthodontist August 2024 story courtesy of StatePoint Media Barbecues, beaches and braces? August may not...

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Off To A Running Start

Off To A Running Start

You have made the decision to get in shape. Whether your goal is a full marathon or simply a few laps around the neighborhood, there are a few steps to consider taking before you strap on those shoes and head toward the finish line.

Good News for Meat Lovers

Good News for Meat Lovers

Three studies published in the peer-reviewed American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reveal that lean beef can be good for you.

Lowering The Risk

Lowering The Risk

While most parents are good at keeping track of vaccines their kids need to stay healthy, many adults don’t realize there are immunizations important for keeping themselves heart-healthy, as well.

New Use for Skin Medicine

New Use for Skin Medicine

A monoclonal antibody used to treat asthma and eczema can improve survival for patients with moderate to severe COVID-19, a clinical trial conducted at UVA Health suggests.

New Tool For Dialysis Patients

New Tool For Dialysis Patients

In what is believed to be the first study of its kind, new University of Virginia Health research reveals that a factory-calibrated, continuous glucose monitor may be sufficiently accurate for use by people on dialysis, a group often plagued by dangerous swings in blood-sugar levels.

Support Mental Health In Rural America

Support Mental Health In Rural America

Throughout many parts of the country, an increased understanding of mental health has led to enhanced awareness of its importance. However, in some instances, a gap remains between understanding mental health and embracing solutions, particularly in rural areas.