Respiratory illness is rising in Virginia: what to know
The Virginia Department of Health released new data that shows rates of the flu and respiratory illness in general trending ...
Norfolk inmate dies in hospital after medical emergency in his cell, officials say
Around 7 a.m., deputies responded to a medical emergency involving an inmate who appeared to collapse in his cell, according ...
Norfolk jail inmate dies after medical emergency, sheriff’s office says
An inmate at the city jail died Monday after suffering a medical emergency, according to the sheriff’s office. Deputies ...
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Sentara’s 'I Gave Birth Bracelets' aim to save moms’ lives through awareness
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 700 women die every year in the United States due to postpartum ...
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Norfolk hospital is pausing gender-affirming care
Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters is suspending hormone therapy and puberty blocker treatments used as ...
Virginia Department of Health sees increase in flu cases following snow days
ABC 13 spoke to the Virginia Department of Health to find out what could be to blame for a spike in flu cases.
Virginia health officials urge flu vaccination after deaths of two children
(WSET) — After two Virginia children died from the flu, the Virginia Department of Health is sounding the alarm. The VDH said ...
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NHS and health department officials ‘out of ideas’ for transforming care – MPs
NHS and Department of Health officials are complacent and “out of ideas” when it comes to transforming the health service for patients, MPs have said. The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) found that ...
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Virginia Beach couple believes scammers accessed their bank account and sent $15K wire transfer
A Virginia Beach couple is out $15,150 after they say scammers somehow got into their bank accounts. Now, they're sharing their story in hopes of warning the public.
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Cass Health Department adds to its mental health team
Cass County Health Department has added licensed social worker Hayley Jones to its mental health support team.
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R Street Testimony before the Virginia House Health and Human Services Committee in Support of HB 2319 A Measure To Allow Drug Checking Products.
Robert Melvin, Northeast Region Director, R Street Institute Testimony in Support of HB 2319: “Drug and controlled paraphernalia; creates exception for drug checking products.” January 30, 2025 House ...