Virginia has reported a 132% increase in cases of hepatitis A between January 1, 2019 and April 19, 2019 compared to the same time period in 2018.
State Department of Health warns about increase in Hepatitis A cases
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Solving the Easter Egg Dilemma
A common question this time of year is, is it safe to leave Easter eggs out overnight? The answer is no.
Mary Washington Hospital recognized by National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification
Women’s & Children’s Care Services at Mary Washington Hospital was recently recognized by the National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program as a level of Silver Safe Sleep Leader for their commitment to best practices and education on infant safe sleep.
The Running of the Green!
The .5K—yes–.5K Couch Potato Run @ Adventure Brewing’s St. Patrick Day Festival at the Bowman Center.
Activate Caroline: It’s about improving all areas of physical and mental health
VIDEO: It’s called “Activate Caroline.” It’s intended to help area residents become healthier and connected to their community.
9th Annual Moss Free Clinic 5k Run/Walk Fundraiser
Early Bird Registration for the 9th Annual Moss Free Clinic 5k Run/Walk Fundraiser ends Jan. 31st.
Mental Health First Aid Trainings Provide Tools to Save Lives
The Rappahannock Area Community Services Board provides Mental Health First Aid training to teach youth and adults skills to help during a mental health crisis.
2019 New Year’s 5K & 10K
Do you have a New Year’s Resolution? Is it to be more active in 2019? Check out this 5k/10k alongside the Rappahannock River in historic Fredericksburg.
UMW November Blood Drive
Sign up to donate blood with the Red Cross and University of Mary Washington’s Alpha Mu Sigma.
Pediatrician Designs an App to Create Customized Recipes Using Ingredients on Hand
Pediatrician-designed recipe creator app and free e-tool helps people get healthy foods on the table quickly and reduces food waste.
Mental health group to open healing grove
Ribbon cutting is Friday, November 2 at 4:30 PM
Rappahannock Area Health to hold Health Fair
There will be free vaccinations and health information at the health fair Saturday, Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to noon at Bethel Baptist Church.
Dr. Yum’s Preschool Adventure Program Aims to Help Kids Love their Veggies
The interactive curriculum has been designed to introduce preschoolers to the joy of eating fruits and vegetables and uses a multi-sensory experience to help make that happen.
Stafford issues water boil alert
Residents in the following areas are strongly advised to boil water: south of Eskimo Hill Road; east of Interstate 95; and in the Mountain View Road and Ramoth Church Road areas.
Rappahannock Area Health District Offers Free Flu Shots at State Fair
The Virginia Department of Health’s Rappahannock Area Health District will offer free flu shots on Saturday beginning at 10 a.m.
5 Ways for Parents to Become Savvy About Hidden Added Sugars
Children’s sugar intake a predictor of obesity, and parents play a key role in management
Free Training on Opioid Use Disorders for Therapists and Counselors
Free training aims to help therapists and counselors learn to support individuals struggling with opioid use disorders.
Greater Richmond Convention Center Upcoming Events
RVA Fit Fest, government technology conference, Magic the Gathering meet, outlet sale, and more at the Richmond Convention Center.
Austen’s Communitas Walk for Brain Aneurysm Awareness
5k Walk for Brain Aneurysm Awareness in honor of Austen Dunn to be held September 22, 2018 at Old Mill Park in Fredericksburg.
Pediatrician Creates Program to Help Fight Food Insecurity
The Doctor Yum Project provides free produce packs to families in need with fresh produce and resources for preparing them.
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