Carilion Clinic Saint Albans Hospital

10/30/2025

While a lot of breast cancer risks are out of our hands, some are within your control. 💗 Move your body, make healthy choices and talk with your doctor about what’s right for you. Every step toward wellness matters!

Learn more about your risks: https://bit.ly/49jF0yr

10/29/2025

Don’t forget to “fall back!” 🍂 Daylight saving time ends this Sunday—set your clocks back 1 hour before bed Saturday night. A good night’s rest is key to your health and well-being, so use the extra hour to recharge! 😴💙

10/29/2025

Did you know that approximately 1 in 4 people age 25 or older worldwide will have a stroke in their lifetime? Stroke is largely preventable, treatable and beatable—especially if you know the BE FAST warning signs.

In honor of World Stroke Day, help spread the word about stroke warning signs—and take a quick self-assessment to find out your risk: https://bit.ly/3LvpHEl

10/28/2025

$105 million raised for our community’s cancer center: done ✅. Next: bring proton therapy to Southwest Virginia.

Your generosity helped us reach our first milestone. Now we’re expanding our mission to bring proton therapy—one of the most advanced cancer treatments in the world—to patients here at home. Proton therapy delivers precise radiation while minimizing exposure to healthy tissue, offering life-changing benefits, especially for children and those with complex cancers.

A $17.5 million gift from Nick and Jenny Taubman, plus a $2.5 million anonymous gift, have already raised $20 million toward a $50 million initiative to bring this technology to Roanoke.

This is a turning point for cancer care in our region — and we need you with us.
Learn more about the Carilion Taubman Cancer Center and how you can support what’s next: https://bit.ly/4oIkkVx

10/27/2025

Under the bright lights of Lane Stadium, we stood together to honor the incredible strength of breast cancer survivors. 💕 Their courage reminds us that awareness, early detection and community support save lives. Thank you Virginia Tech Football for having us!

10/24/2025

Abhishek Reddy, MD, a child and adolescent psychiatrist in our Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine, conducted a study in adolescents aimed at evaluating the timing of intentional overdose attempts and whether they occurred in the context of recent screen use, as well as whether over-the-counter or prescription medications were used.

A heartbreaking and important story by Meg Oliver on CBS News last night highlighting a study by Abhishek Reddy and Timothy Ferrebee. The study examined data of children ages 12 to 17 who had been admitted to a hospital after attempting su***de by intentionally overdosing. It found that about two-thirds of those overdosed after 8 p.m., and approximately three out of four were on screens right before.

"It is very distracting and disturbs your sleep," Dr. Abhishek Reddy, an associate professor at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and psychiatrist Carilion Clinic conducted the research, said of screen use before bed."

Read More: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/mother-of-10-year-old-girl-who-died-by-su***de-turns-grief-into-warning-for-other-parents-nighttime-cell-phone-use/

📞 If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to reach the Su***de and Crisis Lifeline — help is available 24/7.
🔗 Learn more at https://news.vt.edu/.../study-sheds-light-on-overdose...
Also, check out Dr. Reddy on Virginia Tech's "Curious Conversations" podcast here : https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/...
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10/23/2025

Could GLP-1s help people drink less alcohol? Anita Kablinger, MD, CPI, collaborated with our partners at Virginia Tech and Fralin Biomedical Institute to explore this question in a study led by Alex DiFeliceantonio, PhD and Warren Bickel, PhD.

Dr. Kablinger played a key clinical role, drawing on her experience treating substance use disorders to guide the study’s design and interpretation. She was also present to monitor participants’ reaction to the alcohol cocktail they consumed as part of the research, making sure they were safe to go on their way after their participation was over.

“Dr. Anita Kablinger has been deeply involved in this project from start to finish,” said Dr. DiFeliceantonio. Check out the video to learn more. ⬇️🎥

10/23/2025

In honor of Infection Prevention Week, we're reminded that no matter the era, preventing infections has always been the mission.

10/22/2025

Members of our breast care team are reminding you to put your health first. 💗 Check out these small tips that can make a big difference. 💞 Share this with a friend to keep the awareness going!

10/21/2025

MyChart makes managing your health easy—anytime, anywhere. It's a free and secure way to schedule appointments, review test results, order refill prescriptions and more. Sign up online in minutes. Visit our website or download the MyChart app in the App Store or Google Play: https://bit.ly/4nfkQJH.

10/20/2025

UPDATE: The phones are now working. Thank you for your patience.

We're experiencing some phone disruptions and are working closely with vendors to resolve the issue. Please consider using MyChart if you need to connect with your provider. Thank you for your patience. We will provide updates as they become available.

10/20/2025

Light, sweet and slightly nutty, delicata squash is packed with vitamins, fiber and antioxidants. Try it in this healthy fall comfort food recipe from our Community Health and Outreach team: https://bit.ly/48DSapS