Author: 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.

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

Kegels: The Lowdown on the Muscles Down Low

Amy Sarah Marshall | 9/12/2019 | Prevention, Treatments

You've heard of them, you've probably even used them, but do you really know what Kegels are & why they matter? Get answers from our pelvic medicine expert Jennifer Dillman, NP. More »

The Lessons of Popcorn Lung: Inhale With Caution

Amy Sarah Marshall | 8/23/2019 | General Health

Popcorn lung: It sounds delicious, but it's actually an incurable lung disease. Find out why you should watch what you eat, breathe, and vape, too. Two lung doctors tell the story - and explain the risks. More »

How to Avoid Drowning: The 10 Biggest Mistakes People Make in Water

Amy Sarah Marshall | 8/16/2019 | Prevention

These two emergency experts have spent years rescuing people from pools, floods, rivers, lakes. Read their stories & learn how to avoid drowning. More »

Avoid a Summer Diet Disaster: Try These 5 Ice Cream Hacks

Amy Sarah Marshall | 7/9/2019 | Nutrition

Summer's here: Ice cream season. But 3 months of sugar and fat can put on the pounds and hurt your health. Here's insights from registered dietician Katherine Basbaum plus 5 easy, delicious ice cream hacks that won't ruin your diet. More »

Elderly Depression is on the Rise: 5 Things You Can Do for Others – & Yourself

Amy Sarah Marshall | 5/31/2019 | Prevention

Elderly depression increases health risks & mortality rates, but not always for obvious reasons. Geriatric psychiatrist Meredith Lee, DO, explains how to prevent loneliness in older adults - and prepare for your own mental health as you age. More »

HPV Vaccine for Boys: The Shot That’s Worth It

Amy Sarah Marshall | 5/7/2019 | Kids

The HPV vaccine prevents cancer in both boys and girls, yet many parents avoid pushing for the shot, thinking that HPV is only a sexually transmitted disease. The reality is much different. More »

Behind the Badge: Leah Beard, Asst. Director of Diversity & Inclusion

Amy Sarah Marshall | 3/29/2019 | People of UVA

Leah Beard, in the UVA School of Medicine Office for Diversity, offers trainings & surveys to help doctors, students & staff increase diversity & inclusion. More »

The Five Feet Apart Movie: Cystic Fibrosis Facts vs. Romance

Amy Sarah Marshall | 3/14/2019 | Patient Stories

Like others with CF, Michaela Blosser's excited for the Five Feet Apart movie to raise awareness about cystic fibrosis. But will the film's romantic plot get the facts wrong? More »

Alex Trebek & The Question We Need to Answer: Can We Catch Up to Pancreatic Cancer?

Amy Sarah Marshall | 3/8/2019 | Treatments

Alex Trebek's chances with stage 4 pancreatic cancer aren't good. But UVA has hope in the form of precision medicine & early detection. Todd Bauer, MD, explains. More »

Male Menopause: Myth or Fact? How Guys Get Hormonal, Too

Amy Sarah Marshall | 1/17/2019 | Treatments

Our society views women as hormonal creatures, but hormones affect men just as much. Find out the symptoms and health issues low testosterone can cause and what you can do about it. More »