Hampshire Memorial Hospital

03/20/2026

Here’s a surprising fact: the earliest known case of colorectal cancer was found in an Egyptian mummy dating back to the Ptolemaic period (305–30 B.C.). Thousands of years later, screening and prevention continue to be our most powerful tools. Regular screening can detect colorectal cancer early, when treatment is most effective. Talk to your provider about getting screened today. For more information, visit valleyhealthlink.com/colorectalcancer.

03/13/2026

You may have noticed that the Valley Health website, valleyhealthlink.com, welcomed you with a new look this week. With a fresh design and improved features, everyone can find the care they need, faster. Key features of our new site include:

▪️Streamlined navigation so you can reach important pages quickly.
▪️Search locations by the service they offer. Find the right care for you, close to home.
▪️An improved “Find a Doctor” search tool and experience with filters for specialty, location, and availability.
▪️Easily refine your search by who is accepting new patients.
▪️Filter for only those in the Valley Health Medical Group.
▪️PLUS: Refine your search by caregivers and locations that offer online scheduling.

03/12/2026

Colorectal cancer is the second deadliest cancer overall and is increasing in younger adults. Awareness drives action, and action saves lives. Talk to your provider about screening options—especially if you're 45 or older. For more information, visit valleyhealthlink.com/colorectalcancer.

03/03/2026

Are you at high risk for lung cancer? A Low Dose CT Lung Screening may help catch cancer early — when treatment options are most effective.

You may qualify if:
• You’re 50–77 (CMS) or 50–80 (commercial insurance)
• You have a 20 pack‑year smoking history
• You currently smoke or quit in the last 15 years
• You have no symptoms of lung cancer
• You’re willing to screen yearly

This quick, non-invasive screening is available at all six Valley Health hospitals. Talk to your doctor or call 1-844-LDCT-NOW.

03/01/2026

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to elevate the importance of prevention, early detection, and support for everyone affected by this disease. 💙 Wear Blue Day is Friday, March 6—a nationwide movement to honor those impacted by colorectal cancer and spark lifesaving conversations. Join us by wearing blue and raising awareness all month long. For more information, visit valleyhealthlink.com/colorectalcancer.

02/26/2026

Heart disease remains the number one killer of women in America, yet nearly half of all women fail to recognize it as their greatest health threat. During a recent Community Health episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael talks with April Shewmake, DO, a board-certified interventional cardiologist at Wi******er Cardiology and Vascular Medicine | Valley Health. Dr. Shewmake shares information on the warning signs of heart disease, prevention strategies, how women face distinct risk factors, and the importance of knowing your numbers.

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02/25/2026

Good news for Anthem HealthKeepers members. Valley Health labs across Virginia are now in network. This update makes it easier for patients to receive convenient, local lab services close to home.

If you have questions about your coverage, contact your Anthem representative or your Valley Health provider. To see all our lab locations, visit: valleyhealthlink.com/lab.

02/19/2026

Don't forget to apply for a Community Partnership Grant before the February 25 deadline. Learn more about the grants, the communities they serve and the process on our website.

Visit https://brnw.ch/21x05Wl to learn more.

02/19/2026

⚠️Fraud Alert ⚠️

We are aware of reports of individuals impersonating Valley Health and falsely claiming to be part of a “Valley Health Fraud Team” in an attempt to obtain personal information.

Please do not engage with or respond to these calls, and do not share any personal or sensitive information.

If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a call, contact Valley Health directly using a trusted phone number, such as one listed on our website, an appointment reminder, or a patient bill.

Your safety and privacy are important to us. Thank you for helping protect yourself and others.

02/18/2026

Meet Hannah Corbin, Our Speech-Language Pathologist at Hampshire Memorial Hospital Outpatient Rehabilitation
Hannah Corbin provides compassionate, evidence-based speech therapy services for both adults and children, addressing communication, cognitive, and swallowing needs in a supportive outpatient setting.

🗣️ Adult Speech Therapy Services Include:
• Stroke (CVA) and brain injury
• Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions
• Dementia, ALS, and MS
• Speech, voice, language, and swallowing disorders

🧸 Pediatric Speech Therapy Services Include:
• Speech and language delays
• Articulation and phonological disorders
• Stuttering
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication)

✅ Outpatient speech therapy is available for all children and students. Hannah also sees patients who already receive services through a Birth to Three program or a public-school–based program, offering continued support beyond the classroom.
📍 68 Heritage Circle, Romney, WV 26757
📞 304-822-7273

02/10/2026

Early detection saves lives. Valley Health’s Low Dose CT (LDCT) Lung Screening can find lung cancer at an earlier, more treatable stage — reducing the chances of dying from the disease.

If you’re 50–77 (Medicare/Medicaid) or 50–80 (commercial insurance) with a 20 pack‑year smoking history, currently smoke or quit within the past 15 years, this simple, 10‑minute scan could be right for you. Learn more or call our Lung Navigator at 1-844-LDCT-NOW (532-8669).

02/04/2026

Valley Health is proud to support and partner with area community agencies, allowing us to work together for more meaningful impact on persistent health trends and disparities affecting our region. Valley Health’s Community Partnership Grant program provides one-year grants totaling $200,000 to area non-profit organizations that address critical health needs.

All applications for the 2026 Community Partnership Grants are due by February 25!

Apply today and learn more at: https://brnw.ch/21wZFk4