Health & Wellness

A routine lung cancer screening revealed that George had lung cancer. Now, nearly a year later, George has recovered and is living his life to the fullest.

Minor anxiety is common during pregnancy, and it’s important to recognize that you’re not alone. Discussing your feelings with your healthcare provider, prioritizing sleep, mindfulness, self-care and physical activity can help manage pregnancy anxiety. Building a support network and seeking professional help when needed also play a key role in improving mental well-being.

While many people interchange the terms "Alzheimer's disease" and "dementia," they are not the same.

Virginia and North Carolina, like many states, offer patients direct access to physical therapy without a referral. In this article, we’ll look at the origins of direct access and how it can help you feel better faster.

Sentara chiropractors can offer many practical recommendations to minimize the risk of developing back and neck pain while enjoying the benefits of remote work.

‘Tis the season to be…safe! The holiday season is here and with it comes plenty of good cheer, but there are also unique safety risks this time of year.

This holiday season, protect yourself and the ones you love through vaccinations and other preventative measures.

A decade ago, if you needed physical therapy, you had to go to the physical therapist’s office. Now, virtual physical therapy offers convenience and gives therapists a glimpse into their patients' home environment, allowing them to more accurately diagnose issues.

After surviving lung cancer, Jessica McLean now shares her experience to help raise awareness about the dangers of lung cancer and to urge others to advocate for their own health.

For 26-year-old Madison Alderman, Sentara Palliative Care Services has been a beacon of support since her oncologist suggested the service.

Sentara is proud to announce the introduction of diagnostic ultrasound to Sentara therapy centers, offering patients real-time imaging that can be done in the office.

As exciting as pregnancy can be, there’s also another reality: Being pregnant takes a toll on your body. Physical therapy can prepare you for labor and help your postpartum recovery.

After finding out that she had cancer, Vanessa discovered that the biggest challenge she faced was the anxiety and stress that comes with dealing with a problem when the outcome isn’t certain. Now, she wants to use her story to help other women.

Lung cancer is often diagnosed late because symptoms don’t occur until later stages. This article will discuss how lung cancer screening works, who should get screened and what you can do to lower your chances of getting lung cancer in the first place.

Palliative care is specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses, focusing on improving quality of life for both patients and their families. It is often confused with hospice, but the two differ: palliative care can begin during ongoing treatment, while hospice is for patients with terminal conditions where curative treatment has stopped. Learn more about these two types of care, how they differ and how they overlap.