Healthy Balance

There are likely many questions running through your mind after having a heart attack. One very common one: whether it is safe to have sex – and if so, when it is safe to do so. More »

Internal medicine, family medicine, primary care - these terms can be confusing when you're trying to see a doctor. Drs Helenius and Heim provide insights into what types of care work best for which kind of patient. More »

What you eat affects the health of your heart. There are many factors that influence your heart disease risk. While you can’t control all of them, like family history or age, there are some risk factors you can do something about. More »

In Virginia, opioid deaths have increased substantially since 1999, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. How can we prevent more tragedies? More »

Watch a video to learn who should and who should not make aspirin therapy part of their daily routine. More »

The cold and flu aisle at your local pharmacy is filled with a seemingly endless supply of remedies offering symptom relief. But keep in mind there is no cure for the common cold and medication won’t shorten the duration of your illness More »

It’s no surprise that chips and dip are among America's favorite snack and party foods. The good news is that you don't need to completely eliminate chips and dips from a healthy diet plan. Just choose these healthier options – and of course, eat in moderation.  More »

There was a record number of measles outbreaks in the US in 2018, with ongoing outbreaks into 2019. Should you be concerned? More »

Watch this video to figure out why UVA OB-GYN JoAnn Pinkerton says hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is the "gold standard" for severe menopause symptoms. More »

Last year, 4.9 percent of middle-schoolers and 20.8 percent of high-schoolers reported they had used electronic cigarettes in the past month. Find out what to look for and how to talk to your kids about vaping. More »