John Singleton's stroke and passing, and his family's fight over his healthcare decisions, highlight the need to think about medical interventions and who would make healthcare decisions on your behalf if something happened. Learn what to do and get the appropriate forms.
Sometimes, whether we plan to or not, we have to switch healthcare providers. Whatever the reason, there are a few important things to remember about how to change doctors. We spoke with Mohan Nadkarni, MD, who gave us some tips for a smooth transition.
Coming up with gift ideas for someone during the holiday season can feel confusing and stressful, especially when that person has special health needs.
Watch Jared Christophel, MD, discuss plastic surgery and reconstructive surgery options at UVA for cases of traumatic facial fractures.
A patent foramen ovale (PFO) is a common birth defect that makes you more likely to have a stroke. Watch Scott Lim, MD, talk about PFO closure and how it improve the lives of young people following their first stroke.
Elizabeth Beasley, community relations lead at the UVA Health System, connects the HS and team members with local community health opportunities.
Heartburn is a very common condition that, in some people, can also be a sign of a heart attack. How do you know if it's just heartburn or heart attack?
Reports of laundry pod ingestions, such as Tide Pods, have been in the news lately. The Blue Ridge Poison Center weighs in on this phenomenon.
About 42 percent of Americans experience heartburn at some point. What exactly is it? We spoke with Bryan Sauer, MD, about this common ailment.
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