Health & Wellness

While the health of their kids and spouses may be a priority to men, most aren't taking time to check in with their own health. We have a comprehensive guide to help men take that step.

The Commonwealth of Virginia continues to experience an outbreak of meningococcal disease. Know how it's spread and what the symptoms are, and keep up-to-date on vaccinations.

Treating headaches and migraines involves a combination of lifestyle adjustments, proper sleep hygiene and appropriate medication and supplement use. By understanding the specific triggers and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, many patients can achieve significant relief from their symptoms. Newer migraine medications are also available, typically having fewer side effects than the older ones.

U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends mammograms every other year for those at average risk, starting at age 40. It’s an update from recommending women start screening between the ages of 40 and 50 to recommending that all women start getting screened when they turn 40.

We’ve all heard warnings about wearing sunscreen not just when you head to the beach or swimming pool but anytime you’re outdoors during the day, even if you bounce back between indoors and outdoors.

As the warm embrace of summer invites us outdoors to enjoy long-awaited activities, the season also brings its share of health and safety concerns. Dive into our comprehensive summer safety guide.

A well prepared summer first aid kit keeps your family having fun in the sun, on the beach, over hiking trails, or wherever you adventure.

Prescription drug shortages have reach an all-time high. We have some suggestions on what to do if your prescription is unavailable.

Warmer weather has arrived. But as you're enjoying the outdoors, don't forget to take care of your skin. Read our tips for protecting your skin and learn about any possible skin cancer symptoms to address with your doctor.

After having her second baby, Deidre Phillips found support and reassurance through the Postpartum Support Group and Breastfeeding Support Group at Sentara Obici Hospital.

If you are concerned about stroke symptoms, even for a few minutes, you could be experiencing a TIA, also known as a "ministroke," which can serve as a warning for a future, more serious stroke.

How are you sleeping? It's not just a popular conversation but a question at the heart of your health.

Most days, you’ll find 78-years-young Ricardo Hernandez, aka “Mr. Ricardo,” greeting the students on his Rockingham County school bus with their special handshake or shuttling the residents of Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community (VMRC) to regional outings.

Beverly Mitchell found herself on an unexpected journey that began with a fall at the skating rink in June 2023.

Our overall health depends on nurturing our mental health and caring for our physical health.