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Biotronik LiveIQ Pacemaker
UVA
8 hours ago
UVA among nation’s first implanting new wireless pacemaker to treat slow heart rhythms

The announcement comes just a few months after UVA Health became the first in MidAtlantic to install a new wireless pacemaker for heart failure patients.

Camp Holiday Trails
Albemarle County
1 day ago
With new medical building, Camp Holiday Trails can give more children the summer camp experience

The camp opened its new 2500-square feet, $2.4 million Med Korner with a ribbon-cutting on Thursday.

UVA Medical Center
UVA
1 week ago
UVA Health doctors perform first robotic-aided heart surgery in Virginia.

Staff trained for over six months in preparation for the Aug. 14 procedure at UVA Health.

Politics
4 weeks ago
Reproductive rights again fueling Democratic campaigns

As he heads into Tuesday’s primary, Tom Perriello campaigned with Planned Parenthood President Alexis McGill Johnson.

measles vaccination
UVA
4 weeks ago
UVA monitoring regional measles outbreaks

The email noted that no cases of measles have been identified at UVA or UVA Health, but that the University is “closely monitoring” the surrounding cases. 

head and brain xray
UVA
4 weeks ago
UVA researchers to improve drug delivery for brain tumors

One of the biggest challenges in treating brain tumors is the blood-brain barrier, the body’s natural defense system that blocks harmful substances from reaching the brain.

dental
Albemarle County
4 weeks ago
PVCC course addresses area dental hygienist shortage

Virginia Dental Association finds the state has 6,515 dentists in the workforce compared to 5,372 dental hygienists, a ratio that can delay patient care. 

Albemarle County
4 weeks ago
American Red Cross declares national blood crisis

The organization has declared only the second national blood crisis in its history, citing a severe drop in donations that has pushed the nation’s blood supply to a four-year summer low.

Albemarle County
1 month ago
Miracle Treat Day returns to benefit UVA Children’s Hospital

Central Virginia and Shenandoah Valley residents can help support UVA Children’s Hospital by buying a sweet treat at Dairy Queen today.

Health & Wellness
1 month ago
No room for recovery: After hospital discharge, homeless face challenges getting well

Recovering from surgery or acute illness can be difficult for the city’s homeless population, and advocates say they should be getting more help.

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