Author: 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.

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

Can You Have Hepatitis C and Not Know It?

Eric Puffenbarger | 9/18/2019 | General Health

Millions of Americans have hepatitis C, but most may not know it. How do you know if you’re one of them? Find out if you should get a hepatitis C screening. More »

Sideline Care: How Sports Medicine Doctors Treat High School, UVA and JMU Athletes

Eric Puffenbarger | 9/3/2019 | General Health

If you go to a local high school, UVA or JMU sporting event, UVA sports medicine doctors will likely be there ready to help athletes if they get injured. Learn more about the care that this team provides and how it can benefit regular patients too. More »

Myths vs. Facts: Poison Ivy Rash and How to Get Rid Of It

Eric Puffenbarger | 8/23/2019 | General Health

Can you get poison ivy rash from dead plants? Are some people immune to getting the rash? Get answers to these questions and more in our poison ivy myths vs. facts. More »

Wilderness Survival Tips: Be Prepared For Your Next Outdoor Adventure

Eric Puffenbarger | 3/12/2019 | General Health

Keep these survival tips in mind before heading out on your next outdoor adventure, especially if you plan to be out in a remote area. More »

Santa, Families and Trees: Our 2018 Holiday Events (Slideshow)

Eric Puffenbarger | 1/1/2019 | News & Events, Videos

It was a busy holiday season at the Health System. Take a look back at some of the ways we were able to celebrate with our patients, team members and the community. More »

Myths vs. Facts: Is Peanut Butter Good For You?

Eric Puffenbarger | 12/27/2018 | Nutrition, Prevention

Peanut butter is a staple in about 94% of households in the U.S. Find out if your peanut butter is healthy and what to look for on the nutrition labels. More »

5 Tricks to Make Delicious Healthy Stuffing

Eric Puffenbarger | 11/7/2018 | Nutrition, Prevention

How do you make healthy stuffing for the holidays while still making it taste great? Use these 5 tips to cut the calories and keep it tasting great. More »

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 »