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Count on Us, Men.
June 07, 2022It probably comes as no surprise that there are notable differences in the health of men compared to women. But when you take a closer look at the statistics outlining this health disparity, it can be quite alarming.
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Matter of the Mind: Why Your Mental Health Matters and How You Can Care for It
May 23, 2022When you think about your health, what first comes to mind? For many – if not most – of us, it’s probably our physical health. Are we eating healthy? Are we exercising regularly? Are we feeling tired? Or ill? Do our joints ache? Have we scheduled our annual check-up?
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Sovah Health - Martinsville COO Receives Award
May 18, 2022Tory Shepherd, COO at Sovah Health – Martinsville, was recently presented with the 2021 Outstanding Individual Award from the Near Southwest Preparedness Alliance (NSPA) for her work with vaccine distribution during COVID-19 pandemic.
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DAISY Award Honoree Named for May at Sovah Health - Danville
May 13, 2022Whitney Lackey, RN of Sovah Health – Danville was honored today with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation's programs to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day.
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Sovah Health Welcomes Andrea Harvey, NP
May 02, 2022Sovah Health announced that nurse practitioner Andrea Harvey, FNP has joined Sovah Physician Practices and is providing primary care for Sovah Family Medicine – Gretna.
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Sovah Health Welcomes Kelly Short, FNP-C
May 02, 2022Sovah Health announced that Kelly Short, FNP-C, APRN, MSN has joined its medical staff effective May 1 and is offering wound care and hyperbaric services for patients at Sovah Advanced Wound Center – Martinsville.
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A is for April…and Allergies: What to Do When Allergens Attack
April 21, 2022Did you know that – according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America – more than 50 million Americans suffer from a type of allergy each year? That makes allergies the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S. And seasonal allergies account for a big percentage of that.
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Sovah Health Welcomes Dr. John Velyvis
March 30, 2022Sovah Health announced that John Velyvis, MD has joined its medical staff and is offering orthopedic services for patients in Martinsville and Henry County and the surrounding region at Sovah Orthopedics and Sports Medicine – Martinsville.
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March 2022 Monthly Health Article – Colorectal Cancer Awareness
March 23, 2022A colonoscopy is a screening that can identify cancers early, when the odds of successful treatment are highest. It can also help find polyps that can be removed before they become cancerous. The American Cancer Society and the US Preventive Services Task Force recommends that screenings like these begin at age 45.
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Sovah Health to Update Visitation Hours and Policy Effective Monday, March 14
March 11, 2022We believe that visitors are an important part of our patients hospital experience, so we are happy to announce that effective Monday, March 14, 2022, Sovah Health will expand patient visitation hours and allow an additional well visitor for specific units.
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Sovah Health Welcomes Kim Wilkinson, FNP-BC
March 07, 2022Sovah Health announced that Kim Wilkinson, FNP-BC has joined its medical staff effective January 1 and is offering orthopedic services for patients in Danville and Pittsylvania County at Spectrum Medical.
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Sovah Health Welcomes Dr. Miguel Aguinaga, Thoracic & Vascular Surgeon
March 01, 2022Sovah Health announced that Miguel Aguinaga, MD, FACS, has joined its medical staff and will be seeing patients at Sovah Surgical Specialists located at 109 Bridge Street in Danville. Dr. Aguinaga specializes in Thoracic & Vascular Surgery and is a Board-certified Thoracic surgeon.
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Did You Brush? The Surprising Link Between Dental Health and Your Heart
February 28, 2022Thank you for joining us on this 28-day journey of heart health. We hope you’ve found it helpful and that you’ve learned something about your heart that you may not have known before.
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Heart Disease: An Unwanted Heirloom
February 27, 2022You’ve got your father’s eyes, your grandmother’s laugh, but what about your uncle’s heart disease? While many inherited traits are good, others – like heart disease – aren’t.
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Five Surprising Ways to Boost Your Heart Health
February 26, 2022You probably know that healthy eating and regular physical activity are critically important to maintaining good heart health. But there are a number of other things you can do to give your heart an extra boost that might surprise you.
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Minutes Matter: Knowing the Signs Can Save a Life
February 25, 2022When a heart attack strikes, minutes matter. Those first few minutes following a heart attack are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient in the days to come.
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Heart Health at Any Age
February 24, 2022Things change as we get older. How you took care of yourself in your 20s might be very different from how you take care of yourself today.
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Got Kids? Give ‘Em Heart!
February 23, 2022As a parent, there are a number of great reasons to get your kids to think of their health as a priority. And there are a number of great ways to help them do that, including regular physical activity.
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Extraordinary Nurse Recognized at Sovah Health - Danville
February 22, 2022Lisa Chilton, LPN of Sovah Health – Danville was honored today with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation's programs to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day.
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We Heart Dessert
February 22, 2022How many of us want to beat a hasty path to the freezer for a few scoops of ice cream after dinner? While it’s nice to treat yourself from time to time, it’s important to keep the decadent desserts as a special treat, rather than an every-night occurrence.
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