Eric Puffenbarger

Eric, an online marketing specialist for the Health System since August 2014, focuses on email newsletters and contributes to the website and blog. He graduated from James Madison University and has held previous positions in web development and marketing. In his free time, Eric enjoys spending time at home with his wife and pets, mountain biking, trail running and watching college basketball.

Posts by Eric Puffenbarger

Fall Prevention Awareness Week: Get Fall Safety Tips

Eric Puffenbarger | 9/24/2018 | Prevention

Falls are the leading cause of fatal injury and trauma-related hospital visits among older people and the numbers are on the rise. Get fall prevention tips to help keep you or your loved ones safe at home. More »

Potential to Cure Diabetes and Reverse Aging

Eric Puffenbarger | 6/25/2018 | News & Events

A new research discovery from the School of Medicine about the effects of aging in our cells could help doctors cure diabetes, liver disease or possibly even reverse aging. More »

Is This Normal? Severe Muscle Cramps While Exercising

Eric Puffenbarger | 5/31/2018 | General Health

Exercise cramps can happen to anyone, especially when pushing yourself to the limit. But how do you know when these severe muscle cramps are something more serious? Get answers and advice from one of UVA's sports medicine experts. More »

Your Kids’ Nutrition: Making Healthy Food Choices

Eric Puffenbarger | 3/22/2018 | Kids

Kids nutrition is especially important as they learn, grow, and develop. Check out these daily guidelines to help make sure your kids get the most nutrition out of the food they eat. More »

Are Women More Likely to Suffer Sports-Related Concussions?

Eric Puffenbarger | 2/14/2018 | General Health

A team of UVA researchers have discovered that female athletes are actually more likely to experience sports-related concussions than males. Learn more about their research. More »

Behind the Badge: Gary Morris, Medical Emergency Communications Supervisor

Eric Puffenbarger | 1/19/2018 | People of UVA

UVA Medical Emergency Communications Center (Medcom) operates as a mini 911 center, command center and air traffic control all wrapped into one. Learn more from supervisor Gary Morris, who oversees the daily operation of the Medcom team. More »

Germwatch: Cold and Flu Season is Here

Eric Puffenbarger | 12/19/2017 | General Health

Cold and flu season is here. Get tips on how to stay healthy this winter from Jenilee Lawrence, MD, of UVA Primary and Specialty Care Zion Crossroads. More »

A Positive Attitude Can Make A Big Difference: Inside the Winter 2017 Vim & Vigor

Eric Puffenbarger | 11/14/2017 | News & Events

Learn how a positive attitude and simple changes to your daily routine can improve your health. Plus, inspiring patient stories and more health tips in this issue of our family health magazine. More »

Ketogenic Diet: Safe to Try at Home?

Eric Puffenbarger | 10/12/2017 | Nutrition

Is the ketogenic diet safe? Hear from UVA registered dietician Diana Gulotta and learn why she only recommends the diet for those under medical supervision. More »

Islet Cell Transplant: A Treatment Option For Diabetes

Eric Puffenbarger | 9/20/2017 | Treatments, Videos

Islet cell transplants can help treat patients with diabetes or chronic pancreatitis. Learn more about the UVA islet cell transplant program in this video with Kenneth Brayman, MD. More »

Healthy Balance

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