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Fork Union, VA · Health
Margaret Minnicks
Chart of the air quality alerts in Virginia because of the Canadians wildfires
Richmond, Virginia where I live, is under a Code Red alertdue to the Canadian wildfires, even though Canada is miles away. Some parts of Virginia are under other alerts. The Air Quality Index (AQI)is a nationally uniform color-coded index developed by EPA for reporting and forecasting daily air quality. Each category has a specific color that makes it easy for people to know when air quality is reaching unhealthy levels in their communities.
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State commission pauses vote on closing Petersburg medical facility
Despite years of warnings about the unsafe conditions at Hiram W. Davis Medical Center in Petersburg, a Virginia legislative healthcare panel on Wednesday decided not to take a scheduled vote on the state's plan to close the facility. Lawmakers on Virginia's Joint Commission on Health Care instead decided to send...
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Senior living facility launches ASL program ahead of deaf resident’s birthday
Commonwealth Senior Living in Chesterfield is partnering with Care Advantage to launch an American Sign Language program. That’s not the only milestone the community is celebrating, as one of their residents is celebrating her birthday on Friday. For the first time, the staff will wish her a happy birthday in her language, ASL.
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VDH pushes measles vaccines in Powhatan in case of outbreak as cases rise
The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is pushing for unvaccinated residents in Powhatan to protect themselves from measles. An outbreak in Buckingham County has trickled into its neighboring county in Cumberland and concerns the same could happen in Powhatan are rising.
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Legislators again pause plan to close state-run medical center, citing concerns over moving at-risk residents
The Joint Commission on Health Care will need to vote on a plan to close Hiram Davis Medical Center by the end of July in order to meet a deadline set by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health. The post Legislators again pause plan to close state-run medical center, citing concerns over moving at-risk residents appeared first on Cardinal News .
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Richmond and Henrico Health Districts appoint Viray as acting health director
The Richmond and Henrico Health Districts have appointed Deputy Director Melissa Viray as acting health director. Viray steps in for former director Elaine Perry , who now serves as chief deputy commissioner for Community Health Services. Perry joined RHHD as&
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Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and USA TODAY Launch Video Series to Help Americans Navigate Health Care
RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 6, 2026-- Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and GET Creative , USA TODAY Network’s in-house branded content studio, announced the launch of a new five-part video series designed to help Americans better understand their health plan benefits, make informed care decisions and manage costs with greater confidence. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260706557414/en/ Katherine LaNasa Debuting on USA TODAY’s website , the series combines expert-backed insights and relatable, real-life scenarios to make health care more personal, easier to navigate and less costly. The series, hosted by Emmy and Critics’ Choice Award-winning actress Katherine LaNasa, breaks down common but often confusing aspects of care, from understanding basic health insurance terms to choosing where to go for medical care. Viewers will also gain practical strategies to anticipate and manage health care expenses, including how key concepts like deductibles vs premiums and out-of-pocket maximums influence what they pay, and how to use available digital tools and support before receiving care. “This series is about helping people feel more confident and in control when it comes to their health care,” said Morgan Kendrick, President, Commercial and Specialty Health Benefits, Anthem. “When people understand their coverage
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VCU Massey Brings Breakthrough to Brain Tumor Patients
RICHMOND, Va. -- May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month. For thousands of patients and families each year, a brain tumor diagnosis can be life-changing, making access to advanced effective treatment especially important.VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, one of only two NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in Virginia, is helping move care forward withone of the first next-generation brachytherapy treatments for brain tumors.