The event will include a panel discussion with healthcare professionals, low-impact exercises, and activities for all ages. It is free and open to the public. In addition to HCA Virginia healthcare professionals, community leaders from HCA Virginia's Black Colleague Network, WHOA Behavioral Health, and local community vendors also will be participating.
Henrico man battles disease so rare that doctor once said it's like being struck by lightning and hit by a car on the same day
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Editor’s note: The Virginia Mercury is not using the last names of the women in this article to protect their privacy and safety. The accounts of all three women have been verified with medical records and by a medical professional with knowledge of their experiences. Nisa knew her third
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According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among women. However, early detection through mammography significantly improves survival rates, with a five-year survival rate of 99% for early-stage cases. Mammography is credited with contributing to a nearly 40% reduction in breast cancer
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The National Preparedness Month theme this year is "Start a Conversation," and health officials say the best way to start a family emergency plan is to have a conversation about preparedness. Families should include everyone in the plan, even pets, and should consider what to do if an
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