Prevention (Page 26)

I have never seen a copperhead near my house in Albemarle County, but it seems I’ve just been unlucky. (I like snakes.) In September, many of my friends were reporting sightings of this distinctive-looking venomous snake. [caption id="attachment_9085" align="alignright" width="350"] This copperhead was spotted on the Rivanna Trail in Charlottesville…

Angela Crowley, MD, is up-front about it. Accurately diagnosing an autoimmune disease can be tricky. [caption id="attachment_8987" align="alignright" width="300"] UVA rheumatologist Angela Crowley, MD, finds autoimmune diseases fascinating.[/caption] “People on average see six doctors over a period of 4 years before they get a diagnosis.” This is because, in general,…

The words glared from my computer monitor, mocking me: “This week should be EASY. Your training for the Four Miler is complete.” [caption id="attachment_8757" align="alignright" width="350"] With my mom after the 2014 Charlottesville Women's Four Miler[/caption] The well-intended advice from the UVA Runner’s Clinic, emailed two days before the Charlottesville…

When is the last time you really tasted your food? Learn how one woman has lost 30 pounds simply by paying attention to what she’s eating.

The sudden death of actor Robin Williams has put mental illness and Parkinson’s disease in the spotlight. Kim Penberthy, PhD, works with patients who have severe depression and talks about the stigmas, myths and what you can do to help. [caption id="attachment_8665" align="alignright" width="100"] Kim Penberthy, PhD[/caption] Are there any…

Playing a sport is a great way to stay healthy. It keeps the body in shape, provides a tremendous sense of accomplishment and even brings some awesome mental health benefits. The cardiovascular rewards are second to none, but athletes of all ages have special needs when it comes to their…

Registered dietitian Carole Havrila, who works with cancer patients, and Brandy Patterson, MD, discuss the benefits of soy and debunk myths surrounding the controversial food. [caption id="attachment_8544" align="alignright" width="200"] Soy, like these edamame beans, can help decrease your heart disease risk and lower cholesterol.[/caption] Soy and Estrogen Q: Many people…

With summer comes severe weather, so it doesn’t hurt to be prepared for storms, extreme heat and floods. It’s important to be able to recognize an impending hazard and know how to take action so you and your family can stay safe. Here are steps you can take for any…

UVA dermatologist Mark Russell, MD, contributed this post. The sun is out, pools are open and summer is upon us. This may be the time that you think about using a tanning bed to get a jump on a summer tan. However, you may want to grab your sunscreen instead.…

Heart disease kills more people than cancer, car accidents or anything else. And did you know? Structural defects, genetics and aging cause many of these deadly heart diseases. February is Heart Month. Take this opportunity to try some of the following fun ways to educate yourself and get heart smart…