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The state's highest ranking health officials said change is coming to protect some of Virginia's most vulnerable people — nursing home residents. Secretary of Health and Human Resources Janet Kelly and State Health Commissioner Dr. Karen Shelton sat down with CBS 6 investigative reporter Tyler Layne Tuesday
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Virginia researchers study blood test that detects 10 cancer types at once
A relatively new blood test could transform how cancer is detected, potentially identifying 10 different types of cancer with a single test. "This is something I and many of my colleagues who have been doing this type of work have been chasing for the better part of the last
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During National Breastfeeding Month, Richmond and Henrico Health Districts officials spotlight services
August is National Breastfeeding Month, and Richmond and Henrico Health Districts officials want community members to know that the agency offers a variety of breastfeeding and nutrition support services for pregnant women and new parents. “National Breastfeeding Month reminds us that new and expecting parents need support, encouragement and resources
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Henrico Schools, health department, clinics offer back to school vaccine events
Virginia requires students to be immunized against various illnesses to attend school, and Henrico County Public Schools and CrossOver Ministry are planning vaccination clinics this month to help streamline the process. The Richmond and Henrico Health Districts also are offering the vaccinations by appointment. All students entering seventh and 12th
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