Task force seeks to collect maternal health data that can inform future policy.
Youngkin to reestablish maternal health data task force, after vetoing bill that would have done so
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Boil water notice and water restrictions in Caroline
Officials say the restrictions will have no impact on residents outside of Carmel Church or those served by private wells.
Rappahannock Area Health District to offer free, walk-in HIV testing
Walk-in hours are 1-3:30 p.m. on June 27 at the Fredericksburg Health Department (608 Jackson St.). No appointments are required.Â
Swimming advisory at Lake Anna in Louisa because of harmful algae bloom
State Health officials say harmful algae is back at Lake Anna for 7th straight year.
LISTEN: Summer safety tips from the Rappahannock Area Health District
From food safety to school vaccinations to volunteering with the Rappahannock Health District. Â
Thousands of children were tested for lead with faulty devices
Caregivers’ best course of action is to talk with a health care provider, said Janine Kerr, health educator with the Virginia Department of Health.
Reported cases of E. Coli at Lake Anna rise, source of outbreak remains unclear
Five children have been hospitalized with hemolytic uremic syndrome, a serious complication.
Virginia Department of Health discusses E. Coli at Lake Anna
VDH issues “Frequently Asked Questions.”
Fredericksburg City Council votes to approve MWHC expansion
Despite lingering concerns about childcare, zoning map amendment passes unanimously.
Fredericksburg mom, Marine veteran takes dogged approach to living with PTSD
Kerry Bering received a fully-certified service dog through K9 for Warriors, an American charity and veterans service organization whose mission is to help veterans suffering from PTSD return to their normal lives.
LISTEN: Comprehensive health care provided to Special Olympics Virginia athletes this weekend
Special Olympics Virginia President David Thomasson and Stafford Sheriff David Decatur talk about the free, comprehensive health care made available to athletes at Summer Games in Richmond this weekend.Â
Health department investigating possible E. coli at Lake Anna
Cluster of gastrointestinal Illness reported from the Lake Anna area over the Memorial Day weekend.
LISTEN: Get into the habit of giving blood
Alexis Innis with American Red Cross Blood Services says your blood donation helps.
Fredericksburg City Council questions Mary Washington Healthcare expansion plans
Mayor Kerry Devine voiced concerns over hospital’s spring 2024 Leapfrog grade.
Moss Free Clinic raises $134,000 during Mayday for Health Giving Day
An anonymous donor will provide a matching contribution of $100,000, Moss Executive Director Karen Dulaney said.
Rappahannock Health District awarded national accreditation
RAHD is only the fifth of the 35 local health districts in Virginia to achieve the distinction.
Mary Washington Healthcare opens new facility at Embrey Mill
New medical building open on Wonder Road.
City of Fredericksburg installing AEDs in parks and on trails
Users will get an access code and then be on the phone with a dispatcher who will help guide use of the device.
Fredericksburg Rescue Squad hosting “Stop the Bleed” course on Thursday
No need to register ahead of time.
How a Stafford mom helped pass a law that pays caregivers of disabled children
Emily Sagle found a sympathetic legislator in Del. Joshua Cole, who introduced HB 1318, a bill that allows parents to be paid as caregivers for their severely disabled children.
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