Amy Sarah Marshall

Amy Sarah came to web communications by way of a master of fine arts in poetry from George Mason University. Amy Sarah applied her creative talents to working with several nonprofits to organize and present their content with the user experience in mind. Whether blogging, consulting or developing SEO tactics, Amy Sarah blends the artistic with the analytical to infuse every project with fresh vision. Her daily work at UVA Health System includes online advertising, Google Analytics, editing and reputation management.

Posts by Amy Sarah Marshall

My Sleepless Tween: How Yoga Helped My Child’s Anxiety and Insomnia

Amy Sarah Marshall | 8/3/2018 | Kids

Helping a sleepless tween figure out to manage stress, anxiety, and insomnia isn't easy. So I took my kid to see Dr. Way, who gave her a yoga prescription. My daughter learned to meditate, stretch, and take care of her worried thoughts. And now we're both less stressed. This is a story every parent should read. More »

The Multi-Sport Athlete: Why Your Kid Should Play More Than One Sport

Amy Sarah Marshall | 7/17/2018 | Kids

Helping your child focus on a single sport may seem like the best way to encourage athletic success. But studies show several risks to single-sport specialization that may not seem obvious. More »

How to Run Faster: Why You Should Get a Running Analysis at UVA’s Speed Clinic

Amy Sarah Marshall | 3/14/2018 | Exercise, Prevention

Runners from around the world come to Charlottesville, VA for a high-tech, 3D running analysis. Find out how we help even injured runners get back on track. More »

Missed Signals: Why Women Overlook Hypothyroid Issues

Amy Sarah Marshall | 1/31/2018 | General Health

Thyroid symptoms like depression and fatigue often get overlooked. Two of our endocrine experts explain why women especially are at risk for unknowingly suffering from hypothyroid issues. More »

Germwatch: Cold, Dry Air Causing Sinus Issues, Plus Strep & Flu

Amy Sarah Marshall | 1/23/2018 | General Health

Central Virginia's been having drastic weather. Extreme cold and very dry air are causing sinus issues. Find out what else is going around our community. More »

Shoulder Pain Doesn’t Have to Take You Out of the Game

Amy Sarah Marshall | 12/7/2017 | Treatments, Videos

Most shoulder injuries result from ordinary wear and tear. Dr. Brockmeier, orthopedic surgeon, explains the most common types of injuries he treats with joint replacement surgery. More »

Harmless Hobby? Watch Out for Toxic Art Supplies

Amy Sarah Marshall | 11/30/2017 | Prevention

The Blue Ridge Poison Center gets phone calls from people exposed to toxic art supplies. Learn how to do arts and crafts with your family this season safely. More »

International Family Medicine Clinic: Addressing Refugee Health Issues for 15 Years

Amy Sarah Marshall | 11/22/2017 | General Health

Refugees come to Charlottesville with a variety of health issues and few resources. Celebrating its 15th year, the International Family Medicine clinic helps these families get healthy and thrive. More »

Teen Self-Harm: Can I Prevent My Teen From Cutting?

Amy Sarah Marshall | 11/16/2017 | Kids

Teens turn to cutting and other forms of self-harm to ease stress. Teen self-harm requires parents to help their kids cope. Dyan Aretakis of the UVA Teen & Young Adult Health Center offers tips on how to get started. More »

LGBTQ Health: Creating Safe Spaces for LGBTQ Patients at UVA

Amy Sarah Marshall | 11/1/2017 | General Health

LGBTQ people often face or fear bias when seeing the doctor. So they don't go, even though they're at high risk for obesity, heart disease, and other stress-related conditions. Providers describe what they're doing to make UVA a safe space to get care. More »

Healthy Balance

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