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12/11/2025

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12/11/2025

Support unstoppable kids and families! 💙🩷💚💛

Day 1 of our 36 Hours for Kids Radiothon is underway! Don't forget to tune in to one of our local Audacy stations like Mix981Richmond with Wicker & Wilde, Q94 Richmond, ALT 102.1, BIG 98.5, 106.5 The Beat and 910AM/105.1FM The FAN. To support unstoppable kids and families, call 804-228-KIDS (5437), text RVAKIDS to 34984 or visit 36HoursRVA.org.

12/11/2025

Recognizing a shortage in the health care workforce, Virginia Commonwealth University and VCU Health develop a new graduate program for a growing field.

A critical job in open-heart surgery is maintaining a patient’s blood circulation, effectively keeping them alive during the operation. 

12/10/2025

First in second chances for more than 65 years. VCU Health Hume-Lee Transplant Center is unconditionally committed to guiding you every step of the way — before, during, and after your transplant. We’re here to provide the clear answers you need to make informed, life-changing decisions.

VCU Health Hume-Lee Transplant Center provides the full breadth of transplant services, including lung transplantation, with superior outcomes.

12/09/2025

VCU Medical Center received the highest designation from U.S. News and World Report for maternity care – for the third consecutive year. Learn why VCU Health is a trusted partner for moms and babies.

VCU Medical Center earned the “High Performing” rating in maternity care from U.S. News & World Report – the highest distinction available from the publication – for a third consecutive year.  

12/09/2025

Do you have endometriosis, ovarian cysts or pelvic pain? Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery might be a great option for you. To schedule an appointment, call 804-828-4409. To learn more about the benefits and how the compassionate, expert team at VCU Health works with you to develop a personalized plan, visit: https://bit.ly/48mmfK4

12/09/2025

If the thought of going home for the holidays has you feeling more jittery than jolly, these strategies from a VCU Health expert can help. Read the full article: https://bit.ly/3KuGjAN

12/09/2025

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The information on this site is provided for informational and educational purposes only; it does not contain specific medical advice. If you have specific health questions or problems, consult a health care professional for personal medical advice.

12/09/2025

Since launching in 2023, VCU Health Hospital at Home has served nearly 800 hospitalized patients in Central Virginia.

Julia Breton, M.D., recalls a recent patient with dementia who was being treated for an infection at VCU Medical Center. She was delirious – a change in mental status that is very common in older hospitalized adults, especially those with dementia or sensory impairments, when they are sick and und...

12/09/2025

VCU Health is fully operational Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025, with the exception of the following:

• VCU Health physician offices will open at 12 p.m.
• Radiation oncology and infusion at VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital will open at 10 a.m.
• VCU Health Rehabilitation Services in the Richmond area will open at 12 p.m.

VCU Health will contact patients directly if their appointment is impacted.

The health and safety of our patients and team members are our top priority. Please use caution and allow for extra time if you need to travel.

For complete details and ongoing updates, visit alert.vcu.edu.

12/08/2025

All VCU Health System clinics, hospitals and therapy centers are open and operational. VCU School of Dentistry patients will be contacted about their appointments.

VCU will move to virtual operations with remote learning for all classes on Monday, December 8, at 3 pm.

remains open and operational. For complete details and ongoing updates, visit alert.vcu.edu.

12/05/2025

Stroke survivor encourages young adults to recognize symptoms and underlying health conditions that can cause stroke.

“I noticed numbness in my face and weakness in my right arm as I was pulling into the office parking lot,” said the 37-year-old crisis nurse supervisor. “I thought, ‘There’s no way I’m having a stroke at my age,’ but something in me knew to get help.”